{"id":38008,"date":"2023-11-15T09:40:24","date_gmt":"2023-11-15T09:40:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.get-licensed.co.uk\/get-daily\/?p=38008"},"modified":"2024-11-20T07:04:05","modified_gmt":"2024-11-20T07:04:05","slug":"useful-kit-for-security-officers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.get-licensed.co.uk\/get-daily\/useful-kit-for-security-officers\/","title":{"rendered":"Useful kit for Security Officers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It is true that the vast majority of the equipment you will need to successfully perform your role within the security industry, will \/ should be provided by your employer. \u201cBe prepared\u201d however, for any eventuality. Here is the essential kit that I carry with me, keep in the boot of my car, or in my locker at work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Notebook & Pen<\/strong>:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes, most reports and shift management records are increasingly produced via an electronic device, but it is always a good idea to keep a note of important information. Think of the essential contact info, access and alarm codes, and brief details of any incidents that you have dealt with including who was informed and when. Make a note of anything that would cause problems if your duty phone, tablet or laptop went haywire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Torch<\/strong>:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In most cases this will be provided by an employer and will be stored at your place of work, if required during your shift. As you\u2019d expect, it will probably be the cheapest available that ticks the boxes for the requirements of the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Personally, I use my own, and take it with me nearly everywhere I go. Mine is compact, tough, waterproof, very bright when at the brightest setting, has a good battery life, and is rechargeable, avoiding costs of replacing batteries constantly. Find it here: https:\/\/shop.get-licensed.co.uk\/products\/led-flashlight<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hi Vis Vest<\/strong>:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You never think you\u2019ll need one\u2026\u2026.. until you need one. I keep one in my car and at work. Even those Corporate Security Officers, based in a nice dry reception, may be called upon to deal with an issue in the staff car park, or loading bay, or even attend an incident outside the building. In these cases, being seen is extremely important as danger lurks wherever there are any types of vehicle operating. https:\/\/shop.get-licensed.co.uk\/products\/hi-vis<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cable Ties<\/strong>:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What? Seriously? Sooner or later, as a Security Officer, you will come across a problem that a few cable ties can solve. Mending a hole in a wire fence. Temporarily securing a locker door. Making a DIY door handle when things break or disappear. Securing things that have been found in a dangerous condition, and on one occasion, cleverly solving a footwear malfunction when a shoelace broke. The longer you spend in the industry, the more you will appreciate the value of the humble cable tie!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Duct Tape<\/strong>:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This stuff was almost invented to solve security problems. I have had to use an entire roll of duct tape to secure a massive sliding showroom door, from inside, in a big name car dealership, when the manager forgot to lock it. All vehicles were safe till morning, although the staff may have needed to use some sticky stuff remover when they got in. Duct tape can make cracked windows safe, can be used to cordon off an area if needed, and thankfully, can reattach a damaged van headlight and bumper, in an emergency. It wasn\u2019t my van by the way, in case you were wondering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Slash Resistant Clothing<\/strong>:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It is a sad indictment of today\u2019s society, that I have even thought to include this on the list, but violence against Security Officers, in all sectors of the industry, is increasing. There are now some excellent slash resistant gloves and forearm covers available, and frankly, if I was back working the doors, I\u2019d be wearing them. When it comes to personal safety, do not wait for an employer to provide the kit required. Buy your own high quality stuff and use it when you need to. https:\/\/shop.get-licensed.co.uk\/products\/cut-proof-gloves<\/a> & https:\/\/shop.get-licensed.co.uk\/products\/cut-resistant-arm-sleeve<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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First Aid Trauma Kit<\/strong>:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The mandatory SIA first aid training is all well and good, but many employers are waking up to the importance of advanced trauma training, and the improved outcomes this would provide in the event of terrorist attack, or even serious road traffic collisions. Being trained to use oxygen, defibrillators, or tourniquets, is no good however if this sort of life saving equipment is not available. You won\u2019t find any of this in your basic statutory first aid kits, so I keep a small trauma pack in my car glove compartment. I would rather have this and not need it, than need it and not have it. Oh, and take some form of advanced training. Being fully trained to something like \u201cD13, pre hospital care\u201d standards, looks fantastic on a CV, and makes you highly valuable, especially at high profile sites or venues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A Phone:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

OK. We pretty much all have one of these, but they are possibly the most powerful tool for any Security Officer in certain circumstances. It isn\u2019t the phone, but certain crucial apps that will be useful, so make sure you have these installed and are comfortable using them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n