SIA CCTV Course

To achieve the qualification, the learner must achieve all of the following 3 units:

• Working within the Private Security Industry
• Working as a CCTV Operator within the Private Security Industry
• Practical Operation of CCTV Equipment within the Private Security Industry

Essential qualification for those working or seeking work as a CCTV Operator in the private security industry. The qualification is a pre requisite under the terms of the Private Security Industry Act (2001) for individuals working as CCTV Operators in the private security industry to obtain a licence from the Security Industry Authority.

Successful Learners Will:

• Know the main characteristics of the Private Security Industry;
• Understand legislation as it applies to the individual in carrying out a licensable activity;
• Understand the importance of safe working practices to comply with legal requirements;
• Understand fire procedures in the workplace;
• Understand emergencies and the importance of emergency procedures;
• Understand the importance of communication skills and customer care;
• Understand the roles and responsibilities of the CCTV operator and other CCTV staff;
• Understand CCTV codes of practice, operational procedures and guidelines;
• Understand relevant legislation and how it impacts on CCTV operations;
• Understand the importance of communication within CCTV operations;
• Understand emergency procedures in the CCTV control room;
• Understand the characteristics of a CCTV system;
• Understand health and safety relevant to the CCTV operator;
• Understand how to use CCTV equipment;
• Be able to operate the CCTV system.

What Documents Do I Need To Do The CCTV Course?

In order to do any SIA linked qualification, you would be required to show certain documents these documents have been divided into group A and group B documents. If you have two documents from group A you do not need any other document.

 If you have one document from group A, you would be required to have an additional two documents from group B. To have a look at the acceptable form of IDs to do the door supervision qualification follow the link documents required for door supervisor training