Safeguarding Rail Infrastructure During Mass Gatherings
Published: April 16, 2026
This product provides considerations for public safety, rail, and mass transit officials in planning for potential threats or attacks against rail assets during mass gatherings for special events.
JCAT Mission
The Joint Counterterrorism Assessment Team (JCAT) is a collaboration by NCTC, DHS, FBI, state, local, tribal, and territorial government personnel to improve information sharing and enhance public safety. The First Responder's Toolbox is an ad hoc, unclassified reference aid intended to promote counterterrorism coordination among federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial government authorities and partnerships with private sector officials in deterring, preventing, disrupting, and responding to terrorist attacks.
Mitigating Terrorist Threats at Special Event Fan Zones and Watch Parties: Public Safety Considerations
Published: April 8, 2026
This product offers considerations for securing and responding to terrorist threats targeting fan zones, watch parties, and other mass gatherings associated with high-profile events.
JCAT Mission
The Joint Counterterrorism Assessment Team (JCAT) is a collaboration by NCTC, DHS, FBI, state, local, tribal, and territorial government personnel to improve information sharing and enhance public safety. The First Responder's Toolbox is an ad hoc, unclassified reference aid intended to promote counterterrorism coordination among federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial government authorities and partnerships with private sector officials in deterring, preventing, disrupting, and responding to terrorist attacks.
Enhancing Security for High Profile Figures at Public Gatherings
Published: March 31, 2026
This product provides considerations for identifying and mitigating potential terrorist threats at large public gatherings involving high-profile or influential figures.
JCAT Mission
The Joint Counterterrorism Assessment Team (JCAT) is a collaboration by NCTC, DHS, FBI, state, local, tribal, and territorial government personnel to improve information sharing and enhance public safety. The First Responder's Toolbox is an ad hoc, unclassified reference aid intended to promote counterterrorism coordination among federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial government authorities and partnerships with private sector officials in deterring, preventing, disrupting, and responding to terrorist attacks.
Tailored Security for Major Events Mitigates Terrorist Threat to Hospitality and Nightlife Industry
Published: April 7, 2026
This product emphasizes enhanced collaboration strategies between public safety and hospitality, nightlife, and entertainment partners during major events.
JCAT Mission
The Joint Counterterrorism Assessment Team (JCAT) is a collaboration by NCTC, DHS, FBI, state, local, tribal, and territorial government personnel to improve information sharing and enhance public safety. The First Responder's Toolbox is an ad hoc, unclassified reference aid intended to promote counterterrorism coordination among federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial government authorities and partnerships with private sector officials in deterring, preventing, disrupting, and responding to terrorist attacks.
Potential Indicators of Illegal Fishing and Wildlife Trafficking by Terrorists
Published: March 10, 2026
Highlights indicators, evidence preservation considerations, and protective safety measures associated with illegal wildlife trade and crimes associated with illegal fishing by terrorists.
JCAT Mission
The Joint Counterterrorism Assessment Team (JCAT) is a collaboration by NCTC, DHS, FBI, state, local, tribal, and territorial government personnel to improve information sharing and enhance public safety. The First Responder's Toolbox is an ad hoc, unclassified reference aid intended to promote counterterrorism coordination among federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial government authorities and partnerships with private sector officials in deterring, preventing, disrupting, and responding to terrorist attacks.



