SIA CCTV / PSS Level 2
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In Barnet and South Bermondsey
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4 Days
This course teaches you the surveillance techniques, fire and emergency procedures, learn the role and responsibilities of cctv operator and other cctv staff, cctv equipment and its operation.
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About this course
There are no formal entry requirements to the cctv course, however the minimum age requirement for entry into this course is 18. You will be asked to bring along identification documents (drivers licence or passport) and 2 forms of proof of address (utility bill, bank statement etc) along with 3 passport size pictures.
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Course programme
Under the Private Security Industry Authority Act 2001, all individuals wishing to work in the private security industry must undertake a recognised qualification before applying for a licence.
The HABC Level 2 Award in CCTV Operations (Public Space Surveillance) has been developed to meet the requirements of the Security Industry Authority (SIA). It is based on the relevant SIA ‘Specifications for Learning and Qualifications for CCTV Control Room Operators (PSS)’ and provides the necessary skills and knowledge for those who wish to apply for an SIA licence and work as a CCTV Operative.
The qualification comprises 3 mandatory units:
Unit 1 - Working in the Private Security Industry
Unit 2 - Working as a CCTV Operator
Unit 3 - Practical operation of CCTV equipment
This qualification can enable the learner to progress onto the NVQ in Providing Security Services or undertake further learning in other areas of the private security industry such as Security Guarding or Door Supervision.
Assessment
Unit 1 - Working in the Private Security Industry
- 25-question multiple-choice examination paper.
- Successful candidates must achieve a score of at least 18 out of 25
- Examination duration – 40 minutes
- Guided learning hours for this unit are 10 hours
Unit 2 - Working as a CCTV Operator
- 40-question multiple-choice examination paper.
- Successful candidates must achieve a score of at least 28 out of 40
- Examination duration – 1 hour
- Guided learning hours for this unit are 22 hours
Unit 3 - Practical operation of CCTV equipment
- Ongoing practical assessment throughout the course by the tutor
SIA CCTV / PSS Level 2