subject: Thinking About A Career In Security? [print this page] Thinking About A Career In Security? Thinking About A Career In Security?
If you are someone who is thinking about a career in the UK security industry, then two of the best places to start are Security Guard and Door Supervisor. It is from here that you can build a solid base from which you can expand your knowledge and experience and will allow you to consider advancing onto the more difficult but ultimately more rewarding career of close protection.
Due to the relatively new government legislation, the only way for you to work in the UK security industry is through acquiring an SIA licence for your chosen activity and this can only be achieved by sitting and passing the required Security Industry Authority exams, carried out by an approved SIA training company.
Door Supervisor and Security Guard training means sitting through a fair amount of theory to make sure you understand the necessary legislation, as well as the roles and responsibilities of your position.
A typical course will be run over two to three days, and at the end you will be required to sit a written exam and give an assessment on conflict management videos to ensure you have understood the theory and can apply your knowledge.
At the end of your training, and if you pass, you are entitled to apply for your SIA licence.
As soon as you receive your SIA licence, so you will be allowed to work in the security industry for a period of three years during which time you should make every effort to improve your skills and knowledge. At the end of the three-year period, you must renew your license. This should not be a problem, provided that you have not been involved in any discreditable actions.
Remember, an SIA Licence is a paramount requirement in becoming a Door Supervisor and Security Guard, or for that matter, any role within the private security sector. That includes security services such as CCTV, Cash in Transit, Manned Guarding, Key Holding and Close Protection.
Failure to obtain an SIA licence means that any work you do in these roles means that you will be breaking the law and will face a fine or prison sentence, perhaps both should the event be significant enough to warrant such actions.
An SIA licence, enables you to begin working almost immediately, as the growth of terrorism and recession driven petty crime means an increased demand for security staff in all sectors.
Source only the best quality approved SIA training company for yourself as this will ensure that you get the answers to all of your questions and will provide the best possible start to your new career.
If you have any questions about the SIA training, or how to obtain an SIA licence, then you can choose to contact us via the contact information on this page or by visiting our website.
