SIA Licensed Guards: What it means for you...

SIA licensing covers manned guarding (including security guarding, door supervision, close protection, cash and valuables in transit, and public space surveillance using CCTV), key holding and vehicle immobilising. SIA Licensed Guards must be 'fit and proper' persons who are properly trained and qualified to do their job.

SIA Licensing ensures your private London Security Guards meet the standard required by law. We believe we exceed these standards. Here's how.

That's why it always pays to hire SIA licensed security guards to secure your property.

The SIA Security Industry Authority have two main duties. One is the compulsory licensing of individuals undertaking designated activities within the private security industry; the other is to manage the voluntary Approved Contractor Scheme, which measures private security suppliers against independently assessed criteria.

The Approved Contractor Scheme introduced a set of operational and performance standards for suppliers of private security guard services. Those organisations that meet these standards are awarded Approved Contractor status. This accreditation provides purchasers of private security services with independent proof of a contractor's commitment to quality.

The professional regulated private security industry has the potential to become a valuable member of the extended police family, helping to reduce crime, disorder and the fear of crime.