The role of the Security Guard is an ever-evolving role with a corresponding increase in complexity and responsibility. The risk of criminal attack, terrorism or general emergency situations has placed an increasing demand on the security sector. Personnel now need to be trained in a wide variety of disciplines to meet the current challenges. Employers need to know their staff have undergone basic training and have the knowledge to meet these demands.
This role equally applies to the public and private sectors where the Security Guard operates, and the need to have basic training with the opportunity of further development has never been more important.
Security is important and it is vital that the industry invests in training to provide the right caliber of person with the professional knowledge to undertake their role in an effective and efficient manner. Correctly trained personnel can have the positive effect on reducing loss through criminal activity or hazardous risks. The role of the security personnel is to protect people, property and premises and trained personnel can play their part.
There are two units for this qualification:
1/ The
Roles and Responsibilities of Security Guards