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Accredited online course

Working Within the Private Security Industry

In the UK, the private security industry provides manned, physical and technical systems to help protect people, premises and property.

Course description

In the UK, the private security industry provides manned, physical and technical systems to help protect people, premises and property. It can also help prevent and detect crimes and any activities that could be considered unauthorised as well as offering expertise in monitoring and responding to safety risks. This course is an introduction to the private security industry and the main services it covers. It discusses the body which regulates the industry, highlights the standards of behaviour expected from security operatives and the law as it relates to the industry. It includes an in-depth look at health and safety issues, the concept of duty of care and examines a range of emergency situations which security operatives might be involved with. The course also covers communication skills, including tips for effective radio communication and instructions on how to use the phonetic alphabet.

Who it is for

People wanting to start a career in the Private Security Industry or those in the early stages of their career that want to broaden their knowledge of the industry.

Why online learning works

This course covers a wide range of roles in the Private Security Industry, their various responsibilities and how these are affected by the law. It also includes a wide overview of the health and safety concerns that should be considered by those working in the industry. CPD approval means that this course can be used by those that need to prove they are continually developing themselves.

Course content

  1. 1Working in the Private Security Industry Private Security Industry
  2. 2Civil and Criminal Law Private Security Industry
  3. 3Health and Safety Private Security Industry
  4. 4Fire Procedures Private Security Industry
  5. 5Emergencies Private Security Industry
  6. 6Communication Skills and Customer Service Private Security Industry

Approved by

  • IIRSM logoIIRSM
  • CPD Certification Service logoCPD Certification Service

System requirements

  • Browserup to date web browser
  • Videoup to date video drivers
  • Memory1Gb or more RAM
  • Download speedbroadband, 3Mb or more

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