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Sadly, what’s been missing during the pandemic is the chance just to get out and have a drink with mates at the local pub. The hospitality industry has been hit particularly hard by the COVID-19 epidemic, but measures are now in place to ease the lockdown. Unfortunately, it will be long after schools, gyms, shops, […]
Door Supervisor
Shortage Of Door Supervisors Could Stop Bars And Clubs Reopening
The BBC released an article stating that venues such as bars and nightclubs may struggle to open as planned due to the lack of door supervisors available. As it’s been over a year since nightclubs have been closed, many security professionals have moved into other work or none UK nationals have returned to their home […]
Why the SIA Door Supervisor training course is a gift from heaven
Let’s face it. Money doesn’t grow on trees, right? So when you are spending money to invest in your future career, you want to know it’s money well spent. Well, we believe that the Door Supervisor Course truly is a magnificent thing and a great investment in your future. Here are 6 reasons why we […]
Getting a Door Supervisor Licence – Carl’s Journey
Booking my course When I first found out that Get Licensed wanted me to complete a door supervisor course from start to finish with one of their training providers I was very excited but also incredibly nervous. The fact that I work for Get Licensed meant there was an immense amount of pressure for me […]
4 New Year Resolution Ideas for Door Supervisors
It’s a new year and 2020 was a year most of us are glad to see the back of. With lockdown after lockdown, no clue what day it is and a year of uncertainty, it’s time to try and make 2021 a positive one. Let’s be honest, most of us create a list of hopeful […]
The difference between a Door Supervisor and a Security Guard
The difference between Door Supervisors and Security Guards The two are very closely related jobs in the private security sector, but what exactly separates them? Security Guard Broadly speaking, a security guard can work in a variety of non-licensed premises, including the retail and corporate sectors. But, Security guards are not licensed to work on […]
Tips for passing Door Supervisor course first time
Remember, for your course you will have to complete 4 multiple choice exams which you need at least 70% on each, as well as physical intervention practical exams which you must pass! Now nobody likes exams. The feeling the night before, the last minute cram before you go in, the dreaded thought of having to […]
How to Become a Security Manager
Have you been working in the security industry and feel like you’re ready for the next step up? Here’s how you know you are ready to become a Security Manager: – You have gained a few years of experience and know the ins and outs of your role – You want to progress within your […]
SIA Licence Holders Are Assigned As ‘Critical Workers’ During Quarantine
Early in the week the UK Government announced that ‘Key Workers’ would be authorised to continue their duties within their respective job roles as the coronavirus pandemic continues to affect the world, as other professions deemed not critical were instructed by Prime Minster Boris Johnson to stay at home and self-isolate. Those deemed as critical workers […]
Can I Still Apply Or Renew SIA Licence During COVID-19?
While the UK is gripped in the midst of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak with businesses closing and members of the public being advised to socially isolate to prevent further infection from occurring, the Security Industry Authority (SIA) have confirmed that SIA licence applications will still be processed. So, how exactly will this work? Are SIA […]