Private Security Training · Awareness & Conduct
Security Officer Fundamentals
The core induction programme for new security officers: the role and its limits, duty preparation, post orders, patrol and static duties, communication, and the professional standards expected on site from the first shift.
Learning objectives
- Describe the officer's role, authority and its legal limits
- Prepare for duty and take over a post correctly
- Follow post orders and assignment instructions
- Communicate professionally with clients, staff and the public
Course modules
- 01The security officer role and authority limits
- 02Duty preparation, appearance and equipment
- 03Post orders and assignment instructions
- 04Static duties, patrol and handover
- 05Communication and radio basics
- 06Professional standards and knowledge check
Assessment and certification
Multiple-choice examination and practical handover exercise.
Certificate of Completion issued on successful assessment.
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