Security Industry

The United Kingdom has a partially regulated security sector that has undergone a number of recent changes to improve the quality and standards of services provided by the industry. There are likely to be additional changes and a need for upskilling when the outcome of several enquiries are published.

These changes to the training of licensable activities are fully supported by Trident Manor as we strive to continue the professionalisation of the industry and sectors within.

To that end, the Academy is now delivering Level 2 and 3 regulated qualifications from our base in County Durham, or at clients’ premises, delivered by our in-house instructors.

Note: We are not scheduling future SIA licensable training in the Training Calendar. Please feel free to contact us via the button below for all enquiries.

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Highfield Level 2 Award for Security Officers in the Private Security industry

Since the 1st of April 2021, the SIA (Security Industry Authority) has implemented changes to the training requirements for licensed Security Officers operating in the UK private security industry. These changes have resulted in the introduction of new training content and additional modules that continue supporting the professionalisation of the security sectors.

This qualification is designed for any new entrants to the sector without a previous award/qualification conferring full or partial exemption. Following successful completion of the programme learners can apply for SIA Security Officer License to work in the security industry.

The programme consists of a self-study element, (which will be issued several days prior to the course start date) and classroom-based learning, combined theoretical and practical delivery over five days. To find out more and arrange a booking, contact us.

Highfield Level 2 Award for Security Officers in the Private Security Industry (Top Up)

As of April 2021, the SIA made changes to the training requirements for licensed Security Officers operating in the Private Security Industry. These changes have resulted in the introduction of new content for the training modules to continue the professionalisation of the security sectors. From 1 October 2021, you must have one of the following before you can apply for, or renew, a security guard licence:

one of the new qualifications set in place in April 2021
one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a ‘top-up’ qualification

This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including licence renewals. If you submit your application before this date, you will not need to take additional training.

Where a Security Officer already has an existing licence to operate within the sector, they must undertake this Level 2 Award for Security Officers in the Private Security Industry (Top-Up) qualification before the 1st of October 2021 to continue to legally deliver security services. A failure to undertake this training (and that for door supervisors) will result in licenses being invalidated.

The programme consists of a self-study element which will be issued 7 days before the course start date and classroom-based theoretical delivery. Once registered a full set of joining instructions will be issued alongside self-study learning materials and further details about the course. To find out more and arrange a booking, contact us.

Six Security Industry Authority (SIA) licence cards each for a difference security sector including CCTV, Security, CVIT, Vehicle Immobiliser, Close Protection and Door Supervisor.

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Working as a Close Protection Operative -Highfield Level 3 Award

Trident Manor Training Academy is proud to offer this regulated qualification, which is ideal for anyone wishing to work as a close protection operative and is supported by both Highfield Awarding Body of Compliance (HABC) and the Security Industry Authority (SIA). Not only does it provide the learner with the necessary skills and knowledge to meet the regulatory licencing requirements of the SIA (Security Industry Authority) it also provides a springboard into a wide range of exciting opportunities within the security sector. The duration of our Level 3 Close Protection programme is 14 days, and the programme is divided into 3-units:

• Unit 1: Working as a Close Protection Operative
• Unit 2: Planning, Preparing and Supporting a Close Protection Operation
• Unit 3: Conflict Management within the Private Security Industry

To find out more and arrange a booking, contact us.

Level 2 Award for Door Supervisors in the Private Security Industry

Since the 1st of April 2021, the SIA has implemented changes to the training requirements for licensed Door Supervisors operating in the UK, private security industry. The objective of this qualification taught over a six-day period is to support a role in the workplace. It is designed for any new entrants to the sector without a previous award/qualification conferring full or partial exemption. Successful learners can apply for SIA Door Supervisor License to work in the security industry.

The programme consists of a self-study element which will be issued within seven days prior to the course start date and classroom-based theoretical and practical delivery over the next six days. To find out more and arrange a booking, contact us.

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Two women and two men are stoof being a red barrier as they are giving their names to the door supervisor who is holding a list of namesbefore they are allowed into a venue.

Level 2 Award for Door Supervisors in the Private Security Industry (Top Up)

From 1 October 2021, you must have one of the following before you can apply for, or renew, a door supervisor licence:
• one of the new qualifications set in place in April 2021
• one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a ‘top-up’ qualification

This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If you submit your application before this date, you will not need to take additional training.

The programme consists of a self-study element which will be issued 7 days prior to the course start date and classroom-based theoretical and role play delivery.

NOTE: This course is only for the existing SIA licence holders who require the ‘Top Up’ training. If you are not an existing SIA licence holder please do not apply, refunds will not be given. To find out more and arrange a booking, contact us.

Highfield Level 2 Award in Conflict Management (RQF)

Our conflict management course is ideal for anyone who requires training in conflict management. It is appropriate for a wide range of sectors and is suitable for anyone who has a customer-facing role, dealing with service users or the public. It is also a valuable qualification for individuals who would like a better understanding of how to prevent conflict situations from arising and who would like to gain more confidence in being proficient to deal with conflict situations. To find out more and arrange a booking, contact us.

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Highfield Level 2 Award in Risk Assessment

Our programme provides learners with an understanding of the responsibilities of employers; the main causes and costs of work-related fatalities, injuries and ill-health; the role of risk assessment in the prevention of accidents and ill-health; the requirements of a risk assessment; a process for undertaking a risk assessment; and a method to evaluate risk. This course programme is achieved by taking a one-day classroom-based session consisting of six learning hours. It is assessed by a multiple-choice examination. To find out more and arrange a booking, contact us.

Highfield Level 3 Award in Risk Assessment

Our programme is designed for learners with the responsibility to conduct risk assessments at low-risk premises. It will cover the principles of risk assessment, and the relationship between hazard and risk and requires learners to use the knowledge learned in the course by undertaking a risk assessment. Therefore, laying a foundation for further development as a risk assessor. This course programme is achieved by taking a three-day classroom-based session consisting of 20 learning hours in total. It is assessed by a multiple-choice examination. To find out more and arrange a booking, contact us.

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Level 2 Award for CCTV Operators (Public Space Surveillance) in the Private Security Industry

Any business that uses CCTV to monitor a public space or members of the public will need trained security staff qualified as CCTV operators and who hold an SIA licence. A Level 2 Award for CCTV Operators in the Private Security Industry qualification is required by law for an individual to apply for an SIA licence to work as a CCTV operator. The programme consists of a self-study element which will be issued within seven days prior to the course start date and classroom-based theoretical and practical delivery over the next 3 days. To find out more and arrange a booking, contact us.