Looking beyond traditional routes for technical apprentices
November 24, 2023
Against the backdrop of a significant gap between the security sector’s 1,200 apprenticeships and its 30,000 engineer shortage, is it […] Read More
AUCSO launches free online training courses for members
November 20, 2023
Association of University Chief Security Officers has launched two interactive, free, online training courses for its members. Read More
Raising security training standards with robust, reliable and repetitive processes
October 30, 2023
Outlining the need to raise training standards in the security sector, and how aviation security training may provide a marker for doing so. Read More
BBC investigation uncovers “sham training courses” for door supervisors
October 4, 2023
An undercover investigation from the BBC has found security guards obtaining fraudulent work licences after attending “sham training courses”. Read More
Lithium-ion battery safety awareness training gains CPD certification
August 4, 2023
A training course from Firechief introducing the challenges around lithium-ion battery fires is now CPD accredited. Read More
IFSEC Interviews: ASFP’s Mike Ward on VR for passive fire protection training
August 4, 2023
IFSEC Insider speaks to Mike Ward, Managing Director for the Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) at FIREX 2023. Read More
Plumis launches watermist suppression system installer competency framework
June 19, 2023
Plumis has launched a new training suite to demonstrate the competency of it watermist fire suppression system installers. Read More
‘Accessible to anyone’: How fire systems professionals can prove and expand competence
June 15, 2023
Trevor Jenks walked FIREX 2023 attendees through a new cross-industry scheme for acquiring, expanding, proving and renewing competence. Read More
Lessons from IFSEC: Why security technology is only as good as the people using it
May 19, 2023
Shaun Hilton explained how staff need to be trained properly to recognise suspicious behaviour and respond appropriately at IFSEC 2023. Read More
Futureproofing your CCTV network: “Ask yourself five questions before identifying your solution”
May 11, 2023
As buying decisions become increasingly complex , Peter Mason offers advice on futureproofing CCTV networks to security professionals. Read More
ASFP to host VR training experience and passive fire pavilion at FIREX
May 11, 2023
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) will bring together member companies within its Pavilion zone at FIREX in May. Read More
“We need to ensure standards keep up with innovation in the fire sector” In conversation with the FIA’s Ian Moore
April 24, 2023
Ian Moore, CEO of the Fire Industry Association, explains how the FIA represents its members and the association's priorities ahead. Read More
“Preparedness via behavioural detection training is critical to minimise risk to the general public”
April 21, 2023
Why behavioural detection training for security staff is a necessity for any venue or organisation going forwards. Read More
National Protective Security Authority (NPSA) launched as it absorbs responsibilities of CPNI with a ‘broader security remit’
March 13, 2023
The UK’s Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) has evolved to become the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA). Read More
“If you can validate WHY you’re implementing security measures, it’s much easier to get buy-in” – In conversation with the Security Institute’s new CE Angela Vernon-Lawson
February 27, 2023
Read our exclusive interview with Security Institute's Chief Executive Angela Vernon-Lawson. Read More
Training, pay-rates and protection for UK security operatives in 2023 – Opportunities for change?
February 22, 2023
Working the Doors details three key areas of the private security sector that require urgent attention to improve the industry. Read More
