The security guard industry has seen a major spike in the demand for trained security officers. With the increase in property crimes and the reduction of policing in many cities, the need for security officers is at an all-time high for businesses and special events. Here are some lawyers defense for burglary in California, that you can hire for your case. Private security companies are looking for qualified candidates to fill these positions now. The days of unregulated and unprofessional security companies are fading fast. The demand for professionally trained security officers is a must for most businesses. Security officers are currently being trained in de-escalation and conflict resolution techniques, as well as Active Shooter response and basic emergency first-aid. With this training and education, the value is reflective in the increase of wages for the security officers between $13.00 to $20.00 per hour.
In the state of Alabama security officers must undergo training from a state approved Trainer I, and II. They must also continue to educate and train each year to retain a state approved security officer license. Armed security officers are held to a standard similar to that of law enforcement officers with classroom education and testing, live fire practice and live fire qualifier of 80% minimum scoring. They utilize the FBI Q target, the same used by Alabama law enforcement.
Private security companies in Alabama must be licensed, insured and must employ what is known as a “Qualifying Agent”. This individual must have years of experience as a security professional with a background in physical security or a related field. Every security company is subject to an audit by the Alabama Security Regulatory Board (ASRB) throughout the year. Inspectors review the training syllabuses, number of licensed officers on payroll and state licensing compliance. Security companies found not to be in compliance may receive monetary fines and risk their license being revoked.
Some Alabama security companies have specialized security services, such as Fire Watch, Loss Prevention or Outdoor Events. As one the state approved security Trainers, my training syllabus must be flexible to accommodate the training needs of the security companies and their officers, while still meeting the ASRB requirements.
Individuals may obtain an Alabama security guard or officers license without being employed by a security company. Persons who take the initiative to get the security license on their own will often make them a preferred candidate for hire. Training fees vary, but be advised most on-line security courses are not approved by the ASRB. The only training material approved by ASRB Trainers I, II will be accepted by the state security board.
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Cameron Bucy is certified as a Personal Protection Specialist and director of Operations for Security Defense Solutions and Associates. Cameron has more than 20 years of experience in Executive Protection and physical security and is an ASRB Trainer I, II, located in the North Alabama area.