Is it worth doing close protection?

Those who choose to attend a close protection course and eventually progress to work in this industry can often expect to be paid well. For those looking to leave the military, law enforcement, or a government job and embark on a new career, close protection is definitely a viable option.

Who gets close protection?

Close protection for members of the Royal Family, government ministers (which includes the Prime Minister) and visiting heads of state. Armed security at royal residences in London, Windsor and Scotland.

What is the main function of a close protection officer?

Close Protection Officers (CPOs), keep clients safe from unwanted attention or physical harm. They are responsible for assessing security measures and providing discreet surveillance.

What is close protection team?

Close Protection is the provision of physical personal security by a bodyguard or bodyguards (close protection team) to a person (principal/protectee) or a group of people at risk of harassment, harm, or attack. Close protection aims to prevent injury, loss, damage, or death.

Can anyone close protection?

Can Anyone Become a Close Protection Officer? While most people can technically apply for a SIA close protection licence, there are some demands in the required training – as well as the job itself – which means close protection isn’t for everyone.

How long does a close protection licence last?

Your SIA Close Protection Licence is valid for 3 years. Once it expires, you will need to reapply. You can start this process 4 months before it is due to expire. This will not affect the duration of your current licence or your new licence.

Does Prime Minister have security?

Security and transport The personal protection of the prime minister and former prime ministers is the responsibility of Protection Command within the Metropolitan Police Service. The fleet of Prime Ministerial Cars provides the prime minister with a number of security features as well as transport.

Are close protection officers in demand?

There is a general increase in the demand for close protection services worldwide. CEOs, celebrities, politicians and other influential people require and deserve the services of bodyguards around the clock. Their families and associates similarly, need to be kept safe from perceived or known threats.

What is a close protection Licence?

The Close Protection Licence enables you to work in the private security industry as a bodyguard or close protection operative.