This course outlines the essential requirements for becoming a security service provider, including legal qualifications, certifications, and industry standards. Learn the key steps to start and operate a security business successfully.
The “Explain the Requirements for Becoming a Security Service Provider” course is designed to guide individuals through the critical steps involved in entering the security services industry. This course covers the legal and regulatory requirements, necessary certifications, and qualifications needed to operate as a licensed security service provider. You will gain insight into the process of setting up a security service business, including understanding local laws, obtaining permits, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Additionally, the course explores best practices for hiring, training, and managing security personnel, as well as maintaining ethical and professional standards in the field. Whether you are aspiring to start your own security company or seeking to understand the business side of the security industry, this course provides the knowledge and tools needed to succeed.
Course Content
- Objectives of PSIRA
- Functions of PSIRA
- Obligation to Register and Exemptions
- Application for registration
- Requirements for registration (Security Officers)
- Requirements for registration (Security Businesses)
- Register of security service providers
- Registration and identification cards
- Suspension, withdrawal and lapsing of registration
- Return of certificates and / or identification cards
- Suspension or withdrawal of registration of security service providers
- Monitoring, investigation, and powers of PSIRA inspectors
- Other requirements in terms of the Private Security Industry Regulations 2002
- Code of Conduct for Security Service Providers
- General obligations of security service providers
- Conditions regarding certain categories and classes of security service providers and different types of security services
- Obligations on employers of in-house security officers
- Improper conduct and enforcement
- Appeals against decision of the Authority
- Non-accredited: Short course only
- Duration: 1h 30m
- Delivery: Classroom/Online/Blended
- Access Period: 12 Months
