Guarding Skills: FETAC Level 4

Duration: The Basic Guarding Skills programme has been designed to run over 2 days, 8 hours each day.
No. Of Participants: 10
Certification: A FETAC Level 4 Certificate will be awarded to each successful participant on this programme.

Course Objective:

The aim of the Basic Guarding Skills programme is to provide learners with an introductory understanding of practical security duties and procedures for those working in the mainstream and retail security industry. On this FETAC Level 4 Programme, Learners will:

• 1. Acquire a theoretical knowledge of security, the industry and its history
• 2. Be familiar with the duties and responsibilities of Door Retail Security Office
• 3. Be aware of the legal codes which apply
• 4. Demonstrate a range of skills required for workplace security procedures and appropriate response to on-site emergencies

Candidate Requirement:

• No previous experience is necessary.
• PPS number.
• Four recent personal passport size photographs. (These photographs have been taken within the last twelve months and must be signed on the back)

Course Content:

The Basic Guarding Skills Programme will cover the following topics:

• An introduction to the Private Security Industry
• Duties and Responsibilities of the Security Officer
• Relevant Legislation
• Risk Awareness
• Practical Retail and Static Security Procedures
• Security and Emergency Systems
• Health and Safety
• Emergency Procedures
• Fire Safety Procedures
• Customer Care and Social Skills
• Communications and Reporting
• Labour Relations and Regulations

Assessment:

To achieve certification learners will undertake skills demonstrations and assignments and complete a written examination, A True/False question format is used for this examination.