The Security Industry Authority (SIA) sets the regulatory standards, including the minimum training requirements to equip operatives with the necessary skills for handling common scenarios, validated through QNUK and subject to ongoing evaluation.

As an SIA Approved Model Provider, we present the Fast Track Option, which offers time and cost efficiency, contingent on your completion of the Principles of Terror Threat Awareness and Security through ACT E-learning.

Below is an outline of the SIA 'Top-up' Training requirements effective from October 2022:

1. Principles of Terror Threat Awareness in the Private Security Industry (Pre-Course)

• Understand terror threats and the security operative’s role during a threat.

2. Principles of Working as a Door Supervisor for Close Protection Operatives in the Private Security Industry (Pre-Course)

• Learn to protect vulnerable individuals.
• Understand relevant licensing laws.
• Manage queues and venue capacities effectively.

3. Application of Physical Intervention Skills (Door Supervisors) within the Private Security Industry (Day 1-2)

• Grasp physical interventions and their implications.
• Recognize and mitigate associated risks.
• Develop skills to protect yourself and others.
• Master non-pain compliant standing, holding, and escorting techniques.

4. Application of Physical Intervention Skills for Close Protection Operatives in the Private Security Industry (Day 2-3)

• Provide clear instructions to the principal and team during emergencies.
• Respond to changes from Standard to Emergency Operational Procedures.
• Fulfil close protection team responsibilities during immediate threats.
• Narrow protective layers in threat scenarios.
• Understand legal implications of using force.
• Explore alternatives to physical intervention.
• Identify threats from attempted assaults or unwanted attention.
• Apply intervention skills ethically and professionally.
• Use non-pain compliant skills to prevent harm to the principal.
• Employ defensive non-pain compliant skills for self-protection.
• Secure the inner cordon of a protective layer.
• Protect the principal from assaults.
• Communicate effectively to encourage de-escalation.

Objective:

This comprehensive course is tailored to thoroughly equip Close Protection Operatives for a diverse array of responsibilities, including but not limited to escort and personal security.

Course Features:

💡 Intensive Training: Covering essential to advanced life-saving techniques.

💡 Practical Simulations: Hands-on exercises to prepare you for any situation.

💡 Expert Instruction: Guidance from seasoned experts in security and medical fields.

Eligibility Criteria:

📌SIA Licence: An active SIA licence or initial training completion within the past 3 years is required.

📌Literacy and Communication Skills: The ability to effectively communicate and understand or express thoughts and ideas, both verbally and in writing, within specific contexts.

📌English Proficiency: Training and assessments are conducted in English, and your fluency will need to be verified by the training centre.

📌 ACT Security E-Learning and ACT Awareness Certificates: These two certificates must be presented on the first day of the course.

📌First Aid Certificate: You are required to possess a valid Level 3 First Aid certificate that complies with the HSE Regulations 1981 and has a remaining validity of more than 12 months.

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