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Security Officer Training in Arizona

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GETTING STARTED IN ARIZONA

Security Officer training is actually not required before you apply for an unarmed security position in the state of Arizona. However, if you are offered employment and you require a license, you will need to complete an 8-hour training course.
Depending on where you are offered a position, you may or may not need to get a license.
You do not need to be licensed if you will be working for a proprietary company, meaning, the company pays you directly to be their own security officer.
If you require a license, know that you are not allowed to wear a security officer uniform or work as an Officer until you get your license from the Arizona Department of Public Safety-Licensing Unit.
To obtain your license, just follow the 7 steps outlined below:

  • First, you must be employed by a Department of Public Safety Licensed Security Agency. They will fill out and sign the Employer section (Part A) of the registration application, which you can download here.
  • Complete and sign the Employee section (Part B) of the registration application.
  • Submit your fingerprints for a criminal history check. For more information about fingerprint submission, you can visit the fingerprints section of the DPS Licensing Unit. Submit a color photograph of yourself. (passport style)
  • Complete the 8 hour pre-assignment training course.
  • Submit the training verification, signed and dated by the agency.
  • Pay a $74 fee (cash, money order, company or cashier’s check only – payable to The Arizona Department of Public Safety). This covers both your $50 licensing fee, as well as the $24 fingerprint processing fee.

Good luck!
Colt

What Employers Want in a Security Officer

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So…what exactly are employers looking for in a quality Security Officer?

Good question.

Believe it or not, most employers are looking for a few basic qualities. Take a look for yourself and see if you meet these standards. If not…you’ve got some work to do!

What Employers Want in a Security Officer

Sharp Appearance – clean, pressed uniform. Shiny shoes. Cropped hair. No beards or goatees. No earrings (ears, nose or lip) Good hygiene.

Alert and Attentive – Make yourself a presence. Walk or drive around and be visible. Do not stick to a set pattern or schedule when conducting patrols on foot or in a vehicle.

Ability to Communicate – The ability to read, write, and speak English is required 99% of the time. Good communication skills can make a huge difference when dealing with difficult people. Foreign languages are acceptable and even required in certain communities. How do you say “Let me see your hands” in Vietnamese?

Command Presence – Security Officers are constantly in the spotlight. Always remember that there are a hundred eyes watching you and your actions.
Display confidence at all times. Keep the crooks guessing your next move. Let them know that you are not going to look the other way. Take your hands out of your pockets.
Many times the role of a Security Officer is prevention. You won’t prevent much if you look and act like a scared rabbit.

Training & Experience – Security Officers should be familiar with common crime statutes and penal codes related to the state where you are working. Your training and knowledge of how to handle a situation is a direct reflection of your value to the client. Big mistakes or poor decisions can cost a bundle to rectify.

Ex: Would you arrest someone for parking in a handicap stall without a placard? Think about it…

Stay feisty…

Colt

Five Counter Terrorist Techniques Security Officers Can Use Right Now

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All acts of terrorism are crimes. The FBI categorizes two basic types of terrorism in the United States – domestic terrorism and international terrorism.

Domestic Terrorism – involves groups or individuals whose activities are directed at our government.
International Terrorism – involves groups or individuals whose activities are foreign based or directed by countries outside the United States.

It’s no secret that nearly every act of terrorism is intended to hurt or damage individuals, governments, businesses, and communities.

I think everyone would also agree that the objective of a terrorist is to inflict “maximum damage” on their targets without being detected before the attack is carried out.

Terrorists survey areas with high numbers of bodies and activity before their plan is executed. Planning and preparation for an attack takes time and involves significant risk for most terrorists. This is where the trained Security Officer can make a difference.

Security Officers are on the front line of protection and can minimize a terrorist’ efforts just by performing their every day duties of physical security.

More specifically, here are five solid techniques you can implement in your Security Officer training that will lay a good foundation for deterring terrorist activities:

DETER – deter the terrorist’ plan by “hardening the target”, and minimizing the chance of 100% success. This includes checking identification, packages, and vehicles before they enter a secured area. Make patrols or routes of travel unpredictable.
DELAY – delay the potential terrorist by using barriers, locks, and fences. Slow down vehicular access to sensitive areas.
DENY – deny terrorists the use of media leverage and widespread panic. Control the area of responsibility you are protecting.
DETECT – detection of terrorist activity can be accomplished by the use of threat assessment techniques. It can also be detected by conducting searches, using detection equipment (x-ray, metal detectors) and utilizing CCTV systems.
DEFEND – defend your position and your policies. Never make exceptions for certain individuals. Be consistent.

Put these techniques into practice and your environment will be a much safer place.

Stay feisty!

Colt