Security
Article 8
1. The Civilian Operation Commander shall direct the head of the civilian pillar’s planning of security measures and ensure the proper and effective implementation of those security measures by the civilian pillar in accordance with Article 5. 2. The head of the civilian pillar shall be responsible for the discharge of the duty of care in the civilian pillar and for ensuring compliance with the requirements applicable to the civilian pillar, in line with the Security and Duty of Care Policy for Civilian CSDP Missions, and its supporting instruments. 3. The head of the civilian pillar shall be assisted by a head of security and health, who shall report to the head of the civilian pillar and also maintain a close functional relationship with the CivOpsHQ. 4. The staff of the civilian pillar shall undergo mandatory security training before taking up their duties, in accordance with the Operation Plan. They shall also receive regular in-theatre refresher training organised by the head of security and health. 5. The head of the civilian pillar shall ensure the protection of EU classified information in accordance with Council Decision 2013/488/EU ( 2 ) .