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Jun 14, 14 •
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Career Advice, Security Guard •
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So you’ve passed your Security Guard Training and you have your SIA Licence. Like any career however, the training never really stops. You will always be learning as your career progresses, and of course it is natural that experience will make you better at...
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Jun 9, 14 •
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Security Guard •
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Some of you may have noticed however recently on the SIA Licence Hub we have added a news section to the site. Here we aim to cover daily news stories relevant to the security industry. Of course, with it being news, a lot of the items that are reported are...
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May 31, 14 •
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Security Guard •
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Every security guard should be correctly equipped for the job. Sometimes your employer will supply you with the security equipment you need, other times you will have to source the gear yourself. Either way, the following list is some highly recommended...
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May 23, 14 •
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While looking through the job section you may come across a listing for a static security guard. You will also find security guard companies, advertising the fact that they supply static security guards. But what exactly does the role involve? You may be...
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May 16, 14 •
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Career Advice, Close Protection Officer, Featured •
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Finding a job as a close protection officer isn’t easy, however one of the best places to start is to research close protection companies and try to get on their books. What you need is contacts and recommendations in this game, however there is nothing to...
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May 9, 14 •
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Career Advice, Other Security Roles •
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The reality of working as a Cash and Valuables in Transit (CVIT) operative is that it is a dangerous job. Choosing which cash in transit company to work for is not a decision to be taken lightly. Whether you have just passed your SIA licence to work as a CVIT...
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May 7, 14 •
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Career Advice, Door Supervisor, Featured •
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Depending on how you are employed as a door supervisor, you may well have to take care of your own door supervisor insurance coverage. However, even if your employer has taken care of the insurance for you, you should make efforts to be aware exactly how you...
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May 5, 14 •
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Security Guard, SIA Licence, Training •
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In this Infographic we show you what it takes to become a security guard in 10 simple steps. (Well 9 really, the 10th step is about turning up for your first day on the job). Becoming a security guard is a rewarding career choice for many. If you are thinking...
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May 5, 14 •
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The SIA badge, more commonly known as the SIA licence is what all frontline security staff have to visibly wear while at work. We have plenty of information on how to get your SIA badge in other areas of the Hub. However, for those of you have reached our...
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Feb 24, 14 •
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Close Protection Officer •
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The SAS are probably the most infamous elite army regiment in the world. Standing for Special Air Service, the specialized training that a soldier has to go through to become a member is legendary in its toughness. A candidate is literally pushed to the very...
