SECURITY INDUSTRY AUTHORITY - LICENSING

A checklist issued by the Security Industry Authority to help you in your preparation for Licensing all members of Staff by early 2006.

It outlines what steps you take and the issues you should consider to ensure the Licensing process proceeds smoothly and efficiently and with minimal disruption to your Company's business.

STAFF INFORMATION

Information on individuals will form a key part of all licence applications.
Now is the time to begin gathering information including:

• Identify number of staff requiring full/partial training
• Staff records (including full name and address for past 5 years)
• Overseas criminal record evidence for any period of 6 months abroad in the last 5 years
• Check eligibility of staff using Criminal Record Indicator on the SIA website (www.the-sia.org.uk)

BUDGET PLANNING

Licensing will carry an initial cost. Will the company pay for the cost of licences or will it be the individual? This should be clearly established and communicated as early as possible. You should also consider:

• Identifying as early as possible the number and type of licences required
• Identifying a budget allocation to include training, cost of cover for staff while training, training certificate and cost of licence (£190 per individual)
• Payment arrangements
• Profiling the number of licences required over 12 months

STAFF TRAINING

Licensing will require staff to demonstrate specific levels of competency and knowledge in the sector. Ensure you have organised approved training (either in-house or by an approved training provider). Also consider:

• Number of staff needing training

ORGANISING LICENCE APPLICATION

You should ensure that everyone who requires a licence is aware of what they must do and by when. Will it be the responsibility of the individual or will you appoint a person or team to be in charge? Also consider:

• Information channels to ensure staff know what is happening
• The appointment of individuals as key contacts for guidance and information.

For more information call 08702 430 100 or visit us at www.the-sia.org.uk

17.11.2004