July 31st 2009
As part of the SIA’s stakeholder engagement strategy, the fourth Vehicle Immobiliser Network meeting will be held on Wednesday 23 September in London.
The meeting is being organised and facilitated by Direct Parking Control Ltd, with the full support of the SIA. The event follows the successes of the first three meetings held in January and November 2008, and March 2009.
The meeting is an opportunity for those working in the sector to engage with the SIA and others in their industry. Delegates will be able to discuss and explore issues about the industry and regulation.
If you would like to attend the meeting, which is free of charge, please visit www.the-sia.org.uk/vi-network to register your interest by 17 August 2009.
beSmart run regular monthly courses for the vehicle immobiliser course accepted by the SIA for a vehicle immobiliser licence. Check out our website at www.besmart-training.co.uk for dates and prices, or call Sue on 020 7237 6007.
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July 28th 2009
A backlog of applications has resulted in pubs in Scotland being allowed to avoid tough new licensing laws temporarily.
Fears that some managers would not get their new personal licenses through by the September 1 deadline have forced Justice Secretary Kenny MacAskill to waive the rules for a while.
He will people who apply for a personal licence by August 31 to continue selling alcohol from September 1, even if their licence has not yet been granted by their local licensing board.
MacAskill said: “There is evidence from the trade that the issue of personal licences was becoming a concern and could cause problems for licensed premises. That’s why I’ve taken the decision to lay further regulations to give some leeway.
“This is a common-sense approach to introduce a little flexibility and prevent a problem arising.”
But a labour spokesman has disagreed saying that MacAskill should have made these changes sooner and is not up to the job of Justice Secretary.
What do you think about this, could MacAskill have prevented this problem??
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July 21st 2009
Random checks on door supervisors working at pubs and clubs in Stoke on Trent, Leek, Hanley and Newcastle under Lyme were found to be 98% compliant with SIA licensing requirements.
128 door supervisors were inspected by SIA investigators at 44 venues, 126 of which were found to be holding valid SIA licences.
And two designated premises supervisors working were found not to be licensed.
SIA head of investigation, Jacquie Parker explained: “I was pleased to find the majority of door staff complying with the law. It’s reassuring for us and the public that door supervisors in the area are working legally. For our part, we’ll continue to work closely with our partners to ensure that only trained, qualified and SIA-licensed operatives work at licensed premises.”
Other checks at pubs and clubs in Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire found 96% of door supervisors complying with licensing regulations on the same evening.
33 venues were visited and 68 door supervisors were inspected with 65 holding SIA licences.
However, seven individuals were issued with warnings for not displaying their licence and action may be taken against two designated premises supervisors.
As you can see from this article it is essential to be fully licensed when working within the security and leisure industries.
Here at beSmart we offer door supervisor and designated premises supervisor training, as well as various other related courses. For more information please visit the website.
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July 14th 2009
According to RadarOnline, The body of Michael Jackson has been moved from Motown founder Berry Gordy’s private crypt in Hollywood as security fears increase that fans would turn up hoping to see the coffin, it was moved to the basement of the main building at the park.
More than 17,000 fans flocked to the Staples Centre last Tuesday to pay tribute to the ‘Thriller’ star Michael Jackson, in a Memorial Service studded with stars playing and paying their last respects to the singer.
But the final resting place of Michael’s body is yet to be decided, with his family reportedly divided on the matter. Security issues will pay a large part in the decision over his final resting place.
Of course, the Funeral is yet to come and coverage will be enormous as fans will be hoping to see Michael Jacksons casket for the last time, security will be top of the agenda as emotions run high. It will be essential that a sensitive approach is used to keep the crowds safe and orderly and only the best Security Guards trained in conflict management will be considered.
Just imagine being a Michael Jackson fan and chosen to fulfill these obligations as a security guard, what a Job.
beSmart Training offer security guarding, conflict management and physical intervention courses. To learn more, visit their website now.
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July 9th 2009
The Security Industry Authority and City of London Police have found two door staff working illegally following checks at City bars and clubs last Saturday night.
One doorman was working with a revoked licence and the other with a forged licence –both licences were confiscated and prosecutions may follow.
By law, door supervisors must hold a front line SIA licence and display this whilst working.
The checks were part of an ongoing operation targeting security provision at venues in the area. Nine events in City venues were inspected with 51 security operatives checked – 49 were working legally with valid SIA licences.
Christy Hopkins, an SIA head of investigation, said: “It was very encouraging to find the majority of door staff complying with licensing regulations. The City is unique and many promoters have spotted this and are now holding events at the weekend, so it is important that door staff working in positions of trust do so with valid SIA licences.
“However, the police and the SIA take breaches of the Act very seriously. Door staff working without an SIA licence, and those deploying them, are committing an offence and risk prosecution. Promoters risk having their events shut down.”
Inspector Ashlie May headed the operation: “Door staff have a crucial role to play in making sure the public enjoy a safe night out at the City’s pubs and clubs – and it is the force’s responsibility to make sure that the high standards among door staff are maintained.
“Checking SIA licences is a key part of that. Not only is the licence a legal requirement, by displaying it door staff are demonstrating that they have the training needed to do their job effectively. Those staff who do not have the licences are breaking the law and will be dealt with accordingly.”
Unfortunately I’m not sure that either of these two will ever be able to get an SIA licence to operate again, but if you are interested in getting an SIA Door Supervisor licence and require training that is relevant, excellent and delivered by a doorman with over 30 years experience in the industry then contact beSmart by clicking the link. We are currently offering the door supervisor course at the excellent discounted rate of £135.00 inclusive. Check out our website or give Sue a call on 020 7237 6007. Speak to you soon.
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July 7th 2009
As has been well reported Michael Jackson’s memorial service is to take place today in LA, the event will see thousands of fans head to the city to say goodbye to the star.
An internet lottery was the only way fans were able to get tickets to the service, but only 8,750 have been issued with tickets for the event.
But with so many hardcore fans it is hard to believe that they will all stay away, even without a ticket.
So security guards and police are going to be in for a tough job to keep unruly fans out of the service.
The Telegraph reports that despite warnings, the police are expecting up to 750,000 un-ticketed fans to turn up near the Staples Centre venue.
Stacy Brown, Jackson’s biographer said: “This is going to be Princess Diana’s funeral times 20. Michael Jackson was Elvis and The Beatles rolled into one.”
It is going to be imperative that security is at its highest during this memorial service, it may also require security trained in conflict management, for any violence that occurs.
As well as being a very important job, the security working this job will get to witness an event that will become memorable in history!
These are the sort of opportunities that could be available if you become security trained.
Here at beSmart Training we offer security guarding, conflict management and physical intervention courses.
For information on these courses and more please visit the website.
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