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How to get a security job as a CCTV operator

February 28, 2022 Mahnoor Saad

Starting a career as a CCTV operator in the security industry is easy when you have the right guidance. We’re here to do just that and guide you through the entire process to help kick start your career.  SIA Licence required First, you must complete an SIA training course to get your SIA licence. This […]

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Burglary at Manchester United footballer Victor Lindelof’s house – Could it have been avoided?

February 4, 2022 Mahnoor Saad

The football community has seen many burglaries with the likes of Karim Benzema and Riyad Mahrez being burgled while they were playing. Home safety is a top priority and must not be compromised at any time. In this blog, we share our home safety tips and steps to ensure the safety of yourself and your […]

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Top 5 apps: Improving street safety for women

January 26, 2022 Mahnoor Saad

The UK is facing an epidemic of violence against women. According to the Crime Survey for England and Wales (CSEW), the proportion of women that reported feeling fairly or very unsafe walking home after dark has increased in recent years, rising from 57% in 2012/13 to 69% in 2019/20.  The latest statistics show that two out […]

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Big Brother Britain

January 19, 2022 Mahnoor Saad

Which parts of the UK operate and spend the most on CCTV cameras? CCTV cameras have become such a ubiquitous part of our lives that it’s easy to forget just how often we’re being watched. Whether it’s on the streets, public transport, in car parks, or pretty much any other public space, cameras are a […]

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Nightclub spiking alarms local police. 5 ways CCTV can help!

October 29, 2021 Mahnoor Saad

Rising needle attacks in nightclubs have wreaked havoc all over the UK.  Such cases of harassment have added pressure on local authorities and nightclub owners. As a precaution, more and more nightclub owners are investing in CCTV cameras to ensure that on-duty security officers can prevent future incidents. 

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The Top 10 Jobs for Students

August 24, 2021 Mahnoor Saad

The 2020s quickly became a pretty… interesting time to be a student. Sometimes it’s good to know there’s something stable you can use to earn money. It’s why jobs for students are always in such high demand. However, finding the best student work isn’t always easy. Luckily, it doesn’t always have to be a job […]

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Jobs in Security — Door Supervisor vs CCTV Operator

July 22, 2021 Mahnoor Saad

Are you looking for jobs in security? There are lots to choose from, with plenty of UK demand for security professionals. Two of the most popular security roles are door supervisors and CCTV operators. Both of these jobs need an SIA License to do by UK law. If you’re not sure about these two different […]

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What to expect on an SIA CCTV course – PTZ camera and live feed

June 3, 2021 Mahnoor Saad

What to expect on a CCTV course  If you’ve already joined the security industry as a security guard or door supervisor, why not consider a CCTV course?  The benefits of moving upwards slightly in the security industry are that you could earn more. Salaries are not necessarily more than a door supervisor, but you could […]

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What Jobs Can You Do With A SIA CCTV Licence?

March 19, 2021 Mahnoor Saad

We all know closed-circuit TV (CCTV) cameras are part of our lives, and they are not going away. There are millions of CCTV cameras all over the UK, and someone has to be watching them. With an SIA CCTV licence, it could be you. From monitoring public safety to spotting card counters in a casino, […]

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How COVID-19 Impacts CCTV Operators

July 16, 2020 Mahnoor Saad

As of Friday, July 24th it will be mandatory to wear face masks in England when going to shops, similar to how implemented on Public Transport. Although it is a necessary safety precaution against COVID-19, have you ever wondered how facial coverings impact CCTV Footage? What exactly does this challenge mean for CCTV Operators? Mask […]

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