Security Guard Course with First Aid at Work

Security Guard Course

The Security Guard Course is required if you want to obtain the SIA Security Guarding Licence which allows you to work in the private security industry as a Security Officer. Security Officers usually work in a wide variety of roles including static guarding, manned guarding, key holding etc.
NOTE: If you are considering this qualification, we strongly recommend that you take the SIA Door Supervisor course instead,which qualifies you to work both as a professional Door Supervisor and a Security Guard.
It is important to understand that Security Guard licence holders cannot work in licensed premises. We, therefore, continue to advise taking up the SIA Door Supervisor licence course as it is a better investment with wider job prospects.

Course Assessment
On completion of the course, the candidate will have to take three multiple-choice exams.
Examinations are usually a cause of worry amongst many, and there is no need to worry. Everything required for the examination is covered in the Security Guard course and an expert instructor will fully assist the candidate for the tests.

Roles and responsibilities of a Security Guard or Security Officer  
As per the Private Security Industry Act 2001, a Security Officer, sometimes called a Manned Guard, is anyone who carries out any of the following tasks:

• Guarding premises against un-authorised access, disorder, theft, or destruction of property.
• Guarding people against assault or other injuries sustained by unlawful activity.
• The tasks of a security guard normally involve a physical presence, patrolling and controlling access to premises, surveillance and dealing with incidents and emergencies. Security officers are now also considered to be part of the wider police family, protecting people and their property and helping to prevent crime.

General duties of Security Guard.

• Carry out patrols
• Check people and vehicles at entry points
• Search people, property or premises
• Deal with internal and external customers
• Record incidents
• Respond to emergencies
• Attend court to give evidence

 The first 3 units of both these qualifications are the same but Door Supervisors learn an additional unit (Physical Intervention). This additional unit allows them to work in more roles while also enabling them for Security Guarding roles.

*** We strongly recommend all our students who are considering the Security Guard training course to consider the Door Supervisor Training Course instead. Qualified Door Supervisors can legally work in all of the same roles as Security Guards. In addition, they can also work in licensed premises such as bars, clubs, events and festivals, which Security Guards may not be able to work in because alcohol is served. A Door Supervisor qualification will enable candidates to perform a wider variety of roles and will greatly increase their chances of finding employment. ***

First Aid at Work

The intensity of many incidents such as road accidents, anti-social elements causing harm in the general public etc., can be managed and reduced extensively by a qualified professional. They are equipped to take charge of an injury or illness immediately. We are of the opinion that everyone should learn the basic First Aid techniques, since it could come in handy at home, work or elsewhere.
The First Aid Training, also known as FAW, is an extensive Level 3 training course which is part of obtaining the First Aid at Work Certificate. The course prepares you to provide treatment and handle emergency situations where an individual falls ill, injures themselves, or is part of an accident. As part of the training, you will also learn how to operate specialist equipment such as Defibrillators. 
The course is also an excellent introduction to First Aid for anyone who is a Door Supervisor, Security Guard, or in a managerial role. Homemakers are also welcome for this course

First Aid at Work Course Assessment
The First Aid at Work Training Course is assessed in two parts. 
1. Continuous Assessment
This is where your class trainer will observe your class participation to ensure your knowledge is at the required level. 
2. Written Assessment
Written assessments can vary for the FAW Course depending on your training provider. Typically, these exams are for each of the core unit areas and will be multiple choice. They can either fall at the end of the course, on the final day, or be spread out.
To give yourself the best chance, we recommend active involvement and interaction in your classes. We will provide all the support you need to excel in your assessments. We only work with the best training providers who maintain a very high level of quality. 

Certification
The First Aid at Work Certificate is valid for 3 years and is issued by your First Aid training provider. The course is in compliance with the Health & Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.
Health and Safety Regulations of 1981 stipulate that it is an employer's responsibility to ensure that staff has access to "adequate" first aid treatment. Having Certified First Aid professionals can satisfy these criteria and make a much safer workplace.
First 

The Level 3 First Aid Training Course is 3-days long and prepares you to provide treatment in emergency situations.
You will cover the following topics:

• First Aid in the Workplace
• Legal compliance
• Managing incidents
• Recording/reporting injuries
• Examining a casualty
• Conscious/unconscious casualties
• Treating a casualty