Duration
1/2 a day
Qualifications
Door Supervisor Upskilling (Top-up qualification)
Suitability
Who is this qualification for?
The objective of this qualification is to support a role in the workplace. It is designed for learners who currently hold a licence from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) to work as a security officer and need to be brought up to date with the new licence-linked qualifications requirements.
Entry Requirements:
It is an SIA requirement that each learner is sufficiently qualified in First Aid or Emergency First Aid. Therefore, all candidates will need to show that they hold a current and valid First Aid or Emergency First Aid certificate that meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.
If you don’t have a valid First Aid or Emergency First Aid certificate, you can undergo our 3 day Door Supervisor Top-up that includes the mandatory first aid training.
What is covered
- Terror threats and the role of the security operative in the event of a threat (SIA Act and ACT for Security)
Minimising risk to personal safety
Actions to take in relation to global (or critical) incidents
How it is delivered
A mixture of classroom and practical training.
How will I be assessed
This qualification is assessed by 2 short multiple-choice examinations.
Other useful information:
Question: Why are the SIA making these changes?
Answer: The SIA need to make sure that people working in the private security industry can:
- keep the public safe
- follow new working practices
- understand recent changes to the law
- make the best use of new technology
