At Bridge Training UK, we offer the Level 2 Award for Security Guards in the Private Security Industry (Refresher/Top-Up). This course is essential for those with a current SIA Security Officer licence, helping them comply with the latest industry standards and best practices. The refresher includes theoretical and practical components, ensuring learners are well-prepared to perform their duties effectively and safely.

Who is this course for?

To work legally in the UK’s private security industry, you must hold a valid SIA Licence. If your licence is due to expire, it is crucial to complete the required refresher training before renewing. This course is tailored to help you meet the new SIA requirements and continue working without interruption.

This qualification is suitable for:

• Current Security Officers who need to update their skills and meet SIA changes
• Door Supervisors looking to downgrade to a Security Officer licence
• Security professionals wanting to align their knowledge with the most up-to-date regulations

Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) Requirement

· Before enrolling in the refresher course, you must hold a valid Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) certificate or an equivalent qualification. If you do not hold a valid First Aid certificate, you may book this along with your Refresher/Top-Up with us. Both the Security Officer Refresher Training and First Aid certification are mandatory to renew your licence.

What will I learn on the Refresher Course?

The course focuses on key areas that every professional security officer must understand:

Principles of Working as a Security Officer in the Private Security Industry (Refresher)

• Understanding updated legal responsibilities
• Conducting effective searches and recording results
• Safeguarding vulnerable individuals
• Counterterrorism awareness (including ACT E-learning)
• Handling incidents such as suspicious packages or drink spiking

Practical Assessment of Security Skills

• Demonstrating person and property search techniques
• Conflict management and communication strategies
• Ensuring safety during physical interventions
• Best practices for responding to security-related incidents

Assessment and Examination

To successfully complete the course, learners must pass both a theory test and a practical assessment.

Theory – Multiple-Choice Question (MCQ) Examination

· 28 questions to be completed within 45 minutes

· A pass mark of 71% is required

Practical Assessment

· Candidates must demonstrate competency in search procedures and safety measures