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Jan 4, 2024 · Qualification Validity: New applicants must have qualifications obtained within the last 3 years. For renewals, a fresh qualification is needed if your previous licence was active over 3 years ago. Specific Licence Requirements. Cash and Valuables in Transit Licence: Current Qualifications: Laser Learning Awards and NOCN.
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- 3: Electronic and physical protection systems
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- 4: Personal safety
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The Security Industry Authority (SIA) recognises that it is essential for security personnel to have undergone a structured programme of learning and education resulting in recognised qualifications if they are to be effective and professional in their role. Increasingly, industry stakeholders also recognise that the individuals who work to provide...
To understand the key roles and responsibilities of security guards.
By the end of this session learners will be able to: identify different security officer roles within the private security industry outline the main responsibilities of a security officer in the various security officer roles describe the benefits and functions of a control room
Understand the control of and responsibilities relating to access and egress.
By the end of this session learners will be able to: define the responsibilities and purpose of access and egress control describe typical duties relating to access and egress control of people including statutory agencies, vehicles, premises and property explain the powers and identification requirements of statutory agencies relating to access an...
To identify the different types of electronic and physical protection systems in the security environment.
By the end of this session learners will be able to: explain how electronic and physical protection systems can support the security officer role state the purposes of the different types of electronic and physical protection systems describe potential risks to electronic and physical protection systems list the actions that may be taken in respons...
Understand how to improve the safety of yourself and others.
By the end of this session learners will be able to: identify responsibilities for personal safety at work identify situations that might compromise personal safety identify the risks of ignoring personal safety in conflict situations state the personal safety benefits of undertaking dynamic risk assessment list ways to minimise risk to personal sa...
By the end of this session learners will be able to: recognise the signs and symptoms of drug use identify the signs that may indicate drug dealing state how to dispose of drug related litter and contaminated waste
By the end of this session learners will be able to: identify the different types of searches carried out by a security officer explain a security officer's right of search identify different types of searching equipment state the possible hazards that might be encountered when conducting a search state the precautions to take when conducting a sea...
To know and understand how to patrol designated areas safely.
By the end of this session learners will be able to: state the importance of patrolling identify the different types of patrol which may be used explain patrolling procedures identify how to communicate effectively using relevant equipment demonstrate effective use of communication devices state the importance of check calls state how to respond to...
Oct 1, 2024 · 2.3 How long will it take to do the top-up training? It depends on which licence you want to apply for: door supervisor = 2 days; security guard = 0.5 days; close protection = 5 days
- Questions in this section: How long will the new training take? Why are the security officer and door supervisor courses a day longer than they wer...
- Questions in this section: Who needs to do the top-up training? When do I need to do top-up training? How long will it take to do the top-up traini...
- Questions in this section: Do I need to send my first aid certificate to the SIA? I have an existing and valid first aid qualification. Can I prese...
- Questions in this section: Is counter-terrorism training compulsory now that the new licence-linked qualifications have launched? How can I access...
- Questions in this section: Will there be any changes in the physical intervention module for the new door supervisor qualification? Has the length...
- Questions in this section: When will the new close protection qualification be available? Will existing close protection licence holders need top-u...
- Questions in this section: What is the awareness of vulnerable people training? Will the new qualifications take disability into account? I hold a...
Oct 16, 2020 · If you are applying for a licence for the first time, you must have got your qualification within the last 3 years. If you are applying for a licence you have held before, you need to get a...
Jan 4, 2024 · Embarking on a career as a security guard in the UK requires obtaining an SIA (Security Industry Authority) Security Guard License. This license is a testament to your training, skills, and professionalism, ensuring you are prepared to take on the responsibilities of maintaining safety and order.
2 days ago · The Cost of an SIA License. The SIA charges a standard application fee of £184 for each type of licence. This fee is non-refundable and covers a three-year period. For those applying for multiple licences, the fee remains the same for each application, although there are discounts for dual licences, which we’ll discuss shortly.
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Oct 20, 2020 · All licences last for 3 years – except for a vehicle immobiliser licence, which lasts for 1 year. You may need to apply for more than 1 licence. If so, we will apply a discount of 50% to the...
