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Close Protection Operatives in the Private Security Industry

The Highfield Level 3 Certificate for Close Protection Operatives in the Private Security Industry has been developed and is awarded by Highfield Qualifications and sits on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF)

FURTHER INFO

To register for this qualification, learners must be aged 18 and over.

You MUST hold a Verified & Accredited Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (FAW), First Response Emergency Care (FREC), First Person on Scene (FPOS) Qualification or equivalent, which must be achieved prior to the commencement of any security training and have at least 12 months remaining until expiry.

For participants who do not already hold an accepted Level 3 first aid qualification prior to commencing the Close Protection Level 3 in the Private Security Industry, the required first aid training will be integrated into the first week of the programme. This ensures all participants meet the required standard from the outset.

This qualification prepares learners for work as Close Protection Operatives within the UK and internationally. It develops the knowledge and operational capability required to plan, coordinate and deliver personal protection in a lawful and professional manner. The course aligns to SIA requirements for licensing.

Course Content Includes:

Role and responsibilities of the Close Protection Operative
Teamwork, communication and client liaison
Threat assessment and risk analysis
Operational planning and documentation
Surveillance awareness and counter-surveillance techniques
Conflict management and de-escalation strategies
Protective foot drills and movement formations
Vehicle/route planning and journey management
Searching of persons, vehicles and locations
Responding to emergencies and critical incidents

First Aid Requirement
Learners must hold an in-date Level 3 First Aid qualification acceptable to the SIA before the Close Protection qualification can be awarded.

Assessment
Assessment takes place through a combination of practical demonstrations, scenario-based exercises, written tests and professional discussion, conducted under SIA-compliant conditions.

Certification
Upon successful completion, learners receive the Level 3 Certificate for Close Protection Operatives in the Private Security Industry, enabling application for an SIA Close Protection Licence (subject to standard licensing checks).

Suitable For

Individuals seeking employment in the private security sector
Personnel transitioning from Police, Armed Forces or similar roles
Security professionals requiring licence renewal or qualification updating

Professional Standards
All training and assessment is delivered in accordance with SIA regulatory standards, industry best practice, and recognised operational guidelines.

WHY CHOOSE BLACK ONYX ACADEMY

Expert Instructors

Black Onyx Academy prides itself on employing highly experienced and qualified instructors with real-world operational experience. Their insights and practical knowledge ensure that students receive top-notch training.

Professionalism & Ethics

Beyond technical skills, Black Onyx Academy instils professionalism, situational awareness, and ethical decision-making, critical traits for success.

NETWORKING PROSPECTS

As part of the course, you can connect and network with industry professionals, fellow learners, and guest speakers. This opens doors to valuable contacts, collaborations, and potential business opportunities.

ONGOING SUPPORT

Our commitment to your success doesn't end with the completion of your training course. We provide ongoing support, resources, and mentorship to ensure that you continue to grow and thrive in your professional journey.

COURSE CONTENT

Unit 1: Principles of Working as a Close Protection Operative in the Private Security Industry

Understand the roles and responsibilities of a close protection operative
Understand current law and legislation within a close protection context
Understand the importance of threat and risk assessment
Understand the importance of threat and risk management
Understand personal and professional skills within a close protection environment
Understand the importance of teamwork within a close protection environment
Understand surveillance, anti-surveillance and counter-surveillance methods
Understand search procedures within a close protection operation for people, vehicles and buildings/venues
Understand close protection foot drills
Understand venue security operations and requirements
Understand the importance of planning, route selection and additional licence considerations
Understand reconnaissance within a close protection environment
Understand the importance of operational planning

Unit 2: Working as a Close Protection Operative in the Private Security Industry

Undertake a dynamic risk assessment
Demonstrate use of surveillance, anti-surveillance and counter surveillance
Be able to search people, vehicles and venues
Demonstrate close protection foot drills
Be able to demonstrate venue security skills
Be able to manage transport arrangements within a close protection environment
Be able to prepare and carry out a close protection assignment
Be able to deal with a range of incidents within a close protection environment

Unit 3: Application of Conflict Management in the Private Security Industry

Understand the principles of conflict management appropriate to the role
Understand how to recognise, assess and reduce risk in conflict situations
Understand the use of problem-solving techniques when resolving conflict
Be able to communicate to de-escalate conflict

Unit 4: Principles of Terror Threat Awareness in the Private Security Industry

Identify the different threat levels
Recognise the common terror attack methods
Recognise the actions to take in the event of a terror threat
Identify the procedures for dealing with suspicious items
Identify behaviours that could indicate suspicious activity
Identify how to respond to suspicious behaviour

Unit 5: Principles of Working as a Door Supervisor for Close Protection Operatives in the Private Security Industry

Understand how to keep vulnerable people safe
Understand licensing law relevant to the role of a door supervisor
Understand queue management and venue capacity responsibilities relevant to a door supervisor

Unit 6: Application of Physical Intervention Skills for Close Protection Operatives in the Private Security Industry

Understand the requirements of providing clear and concise instructions to the principal and team members in emergency situations
Know how to respond to a change in operational conditions from standard operating procedures (SOP) to emergency operating procedures (EOP)
Know the responsibilities of the close protection team when there is an immediate physical threat to the principal
Understand the necessity for narrowing the concentric layers of protection when managing an immediate threat to the principal
Understand the implications of common and criminal law when using force on another person
Know the positive alternatives to using physical intervention skills in a close protection environment
Understand associated threats because of an attempted assault or unwarranted attention towards a principal
Know how to apply physical intervention skills in a justifiable, ethical, and professional manner
Be able to use non-pain compliant soft skills to prevent harm to a principal
Be able to use defensive non-pain compliant skills to protect self from assault
Be able to use non-pain compliant methods of protecting the inner cordon
Be able to protect the principal from assault
Be able to communicate effectively to encourage de-escalation