Who Needs the Licence

A Door Supervisor licence is required if manned guarding activities are undertaken in relation to licensed premises*, except where the activity only involves the use of CCTV equipment or falls within the definition of cash and valuables in transit or close protection.

Course Schedule

The Level 2 Door Supervisor course is an accredited qualification which has been developed to meet the requirements of the Security Industry Authority (SIA). It is based on the relevant SIA Specifications for Learning and Qualifications and provides the necessary skills and knowledge for those who wish to apply for an SIA licence and work as a Door Supervisor.

The SIA stipulate; for you to complete the Level 2 Door Supervision course in just 6 days, you must complete some distance learning BEFORE you attend the first day of the course. Upon booking this course with us, you will be emailed all the course resources which you MUST study. You will need to sit and pass a 20 questions multiple-choice exam on the morning of the first day of your course to evidence that you have completed the mandatory distance learning.

First Aid Certificate

If you are taking Door Supervision or Security Officer training, you will need to show that you hold a current and valid First Aid or Emergency First Aid certificate that meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981. It is an SIA requirement that each learner is sufficiently qualified in First Aid or Emergency First Aid. This certificate must be valid for at least 12 months from the security course start date.

Types of Licence

There are two types of SIA licence:

A front line licence is required if undertaking licensable activity, other than key holding activities (this also covers undertaking non-front line activity). A front line licence is in the form of a credit card-sized plastic card that must be worn, subject to the licence conditions.

A non-front line licence is required for those who manage, supervise and/or employ individuals who engage in licensable activity, as long as front line activity is not carried out – this includes directors** or partners. A non-front line licence is issued in the form of a letter that also covers key holding activities.

How to comply with the new SIA PI Requirements for Door Supervisors

The new door supervisor training offered by us includes the additional modules, however those interested in only this specific module can take this training separately

Duration

The Duration of P.I Training is One Day full session in which candidates will be taught various self defence & How to manage themselves in case of Emergency.

Changes to the SIA Requirements for Door Supervisors

From 2010 the new SIA requirements for Training and Licensing Door Supervisors has changed, and those new changes for Door Supervisors will now include additional training in Physical Intervention Skills. In particular the new additional Modules will include Escorting and Disengagement Skills.Other changes have been made, and the new awards will cover more first aid content, awareness of terrorist threats and specific responsibilities for dealing with 14-18 year old.

The new qualifications have been implemented in June 2010.

Although this doesn’t apply to existing License holders so long as the License was awarded less than three years ago. New Licensees however, will be required to be trained in the new modules.

Duties of SIA Door Supervisors, Doorman, Bouncers, Door Security

Door Supervisors, sometimes known as Door Stewards or Bouncers, are responsible for the security of customers and staff in pubs, bars and nightclubs, and other licensed premises and public events. They keep order and make sure that the venue’s patrons can enjoy themselves in a safe and relaxed atmosphere.

Door Supervisors usually work in teams of two or more, depending on the size of the venue. One of their main duties is to ascertain the suitability of people coming into the venue. This may include checking age, identification, dress code, and whether or not they are carrying harmful objects or illegal drugs. A trained SIA Door Supervisor understands that the reputation of the premises they are working at is at stake every moment they are on the job, and as the first point of contact with the general public, they are authorised by the venue’s management to refuse entry to anyone they consider unsuitable.