Under the Private Security Act 2001, all individuals wishing to work in the private security industry must hold a recognised qualification before applying for a licence.

Individuals working in the private security industry must undergo a structured training programme, resulting in one of the recognised security qualifications. Applicants who do not hold a qualification endorsed by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) may have their licence application refused.

Momentum use Highfields security qualifications are fully endorsed by the SIA and regulated by Ofqual, Qualifications Wales, CCEA and SQA Accreditation.

Momentum with Highfield also offers a wide range of international security qualifications throughout the Middle East and Asia

All Momentum Learners who wish to complete the SIA Licence  will be given a book:-

The book and Training is divided into 3 modules:

• Module 1 – Working within the private security industry
• Module 2 – Working as a door supervisor
• Module 3 – Conflict management within the private security industry

This publication is a must for organisations and trainers looking for professional, easy-to-understand, cost-effective materials.

After each section you will have the opportunity to test delegate knowledge with an activity. Topics covered include:

Module 1

• The Private Security Industry
• Legislation
• Health and safety
• Fire procedures
• Emergencies
• Communication skills and customer service

Module 2

• The role of a door supervisor
• Civil and criminal laws
• Arrest
• Working on a licensed premises
• Searching
• Drugs
• Emergency procedures
• Recording incidents and crime scene preservation

Module 3

• The principles of conflict management
• Recognising, assessing and reducing risk
• Communicating and de-escalation in emotive situations
• Problem solving strategies
• Good practice following conflict