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Course Joining Instructions 1. General Clearwater Special Projects Ltd welcomes you to our Protective Security Operatives Course (UK) and on the start of a potential career in the Profession of Protective Security. The course for which you have applied is conducted at the Netley Hall Estate based in Shropshire. These instructions have been specifically compiled for students wishing to undergo training and qualification in order to obtain a license for Protective Security operations in the UK. They contain guidelines to facilitate your smooth transition into a learning and training environment. 2. Professional Component The objective of Clearwater Special Projects Ltd is to produce educated and trained Protective Security operatives for the private security industry. Protective Security training, which includes all aspects of socialization, discipline, team work, and specialist skills development, is also a central feature of your time at our training establishment. All of this training takes place under the instruction and supervision of experienced licensed Protective Security operatives that hold a civilian teaching qualification.
3. Purpose You should read this instruction carefully, as there are a number of things you need to do and have completed before your arrival at Netley Hall.
4. Sequence Of Events A sequence of events (training programme) will be issued to all students on arrival at our training centre. This is a timeline that will assist you in planning your administration and study time throughout your stay at Netley Hall Estate.
5. Students Personal Information In order to ensure that your examination and certification procedures at the end of the course go smoothly and quickly, you are to bring with you, and have at hand the following documentation on day 1 of the course x 1 up to date passport sized photo (must have a light background) and one item from Identification document group A, and two additional items from group A or group B. If you encounter any problems with obtaining any of this documentation, please get in touch with us ASAP, and we will give you advice. Group A Identification Documents: Must Have Either:
Group B Identification Documents: Must Have Either:
The above listed documentation is very important; to arrive without it will prevent you from the correct University enrolment procedures or attending the final written exam. If you are interested in applying for a UK Close Protection Licence issued by the Security Industry Authority it is equally important that you bring with you a current and up to date First Aid at Work Certificate which we are required to photocopy and forward to our awarding body Buckinghamshire New University (BNU). If you do not have a First Aid at Work Certificate this does not stop you from attending the training course, however, you will not be processed onto the Security Industry Authority (SIA) system until we have proof of the certificate in our possession. Further details of this will be explained to you during the training course. 6. Points Of Contact If you require any additional information or clarification of a particular area of this instruction, you should make contact with the Senior Operations Manager and Head of Training or the Operations Manager.
7. Personal Contact Details
Should you wish to receive any post throughout the duration of the training course, you are required to be addressed as follows:
(Student) Your Name C/o, Clearwater Special Projects Ltd Netley Hall, Dorrington Shrewsbury Shropshire SY5 7YZ United Kingdom Under no circumstances is Clearwater Special Projects Ltd responsible for the forwarding of any personal student mail on completion of the training course. 8. On Site Accommodation If you are intending to use the on site accommodation, you are to be reminded that it is a self catering facility, which includes all relevant amenities in order to assist you in your self catering needs. It will be your sole responsibility to ensure that your personal food and dietary requirements or any other personal requirement are considered and appropriate arrangements made in order to ensure your personal needs and comfort whilst you are in attendance at our training centre. 9. Private Motor Vehicles Registered and mechanically sound private motor vehicles or motorcycles can be kept and used while you are at Netley Hall Estate. Uncovered parking facilities are available, however no responsibility is accepted for private motor vehicles or motorcycles parked on the estate. 10. Personal Administration And Financial Commitments Having your personal affairs in order prior to arriving at Netley Hall Estate is essential for your smooth transition to Protective Security training. There is no time allocated for personal administration during the training course. It is strongly recommended that you plan your financial affairs to ensure that all accounts, policies, loan payments, bills and so on, that are due for payment during the course training period, are provided for in advance. You are also encouraged to bring sufficient funds with you to cover incidental expenditure when you arrive at Netley Hall Estate.
11. Personal Items You are strongly encouraged to bring with you items that will be helpful to you during the course. Essential items include:
Irons and ironing boards as well as towels and linen are provided by the Netley Hall cottages management. In order for self personal assistance reasons we also strongly encourage students to bring the following items:
Stationary:
Useful Electronic Equipment (Not A Necessity):
All students must be reminded that whatever personal items they do bring, Clearwater Special Projects Ltd will not be responsible for its loss or damage should it occur. The above named items are not essential to bring, however they would provide the student with an added advantage in the preparation of various operational planning processes during the course. 12. Clothing
Throughout the duration of the training course, various activities will take place both inside and outside the class room environment. To that end you must bring with you the following clothing types:
13. Personal Toiletries. You are to bring personal toiletry items to Netley Hall Estate with you. This is to include sufficient shaving equipment for males and personal sanitary items for females to last for two weeks of training. There will be occasions when students will have sufficient time to re-supply food and other essential items during the course.
14. Laundry and Cleaning There is a laundry and cleaning facility on the Netley Hall Estate subject to an extra cost. Further instruction on this use will be provided on arrival at your accommodation.
15. Contact Numbers All the contact numbers you may require are listed below. If you have any difficulty with your arrangements for the Protective Security training course, you should contact the Operations Manager. If you have difficulty with your transportation once you have arrived in Shrewsbury, you should contact +44 (0)1743 719109 during working hours (0900am to 1730pm Mon to Fri). If you have a problem of a serious nature, or an issue which you would like to discuss, in relation to your attending the course, you should contact the Operations Manager as soon as possible on +44 (0)1743 719109 during working hours as noted above, or leave a message on our answering service and we will get in touch with you as quickly as possible. Our Fax number is +44 (0)1743719170
16. Accommodation And Arrival Timings
Accommodation will not be available at Netley Hall until 1200hrs on the first day of the course. You must also be made aware that access to Netley Hall Estate will not be until 0900hrs of the course start date. Do not attempt to gain entry before this time. The first period of the course is administration and ample time will be available for booking in. If you intend to travel on the day before the course start date you are to be reminded that, accommodation arrangements must be met by yourself to cover that period. A list of accommodation guest houses is as follows:
17. Travel By Train
If you intend to travel by train to Shrewsbury then you must arrange to arrive at Shrewsbury train station in plenty of time on the morning of the course starting date. Transport will not be made available to collect students from the train station but a taxi service is available from outside the station. The course will begin at 0930hrs and you are required to arrive 15 minutes before this start time. You must let us know if you are delayed for any reason that will prevent you from arriving on time.
18. Conclusion Clearwater Special Projects Ltd will be expecting high standards from its students. You need to be prepared for a demanding two week course of theory and practical training. You must be completely aware of the type of lifestyle and work commitments of a Protective Security operative (see Annex A to this instruction). Note: 1. Physical fitness is a major attribute of an individual conducting the duties of a Protective Security operative. Being physically fit enables an individual to utilise his/her mental faculties better and the employers of Protective Security operatives desires that all its operatives are able to utilise their potential to the optimum in the service of Close Protection operations. Physical training therefore forms an important element of the culture of a Protective Security operative. Your ability to organise your administration and your fitness is a direct reflection on you. It is important to set high standards for yourself. 2. Receipt of this joining instruction confirms that Clearwater Special Projects Ltd has received your Deposit or Full Payment of the course that which you are to attend. 3. You must make contact with the Operations Manager to confirm that you have received your course joining instructions and that you have read and fully understand the instructions. This will also give you the opportunity to confirm any issues or procedures in these instructions that are not clear to you. Henry Pattison MCMI AlfL Senior Operations Manager/ Head of Training Annexes:
Annex A
Close Protection Operative (previously known as Bodyguard) Description of Roll If you are wondering how to become a Close Protection Operative, below is listed some relevent reading and advice on training for and beginning careers in this area of security, as well as job prospects in the UK. The Job Description: Now commonly known as Close Protection Operatives (CPOs), CPOs protect individuals or groups from risk of violence or kidnapping, or any situation which could be harmful their wellbeing. As a CPO your Principals (the person afforded protection) could include politicians, heads of industry, royalty, and TV, film and music celebrities. Typical Responsibilities:
You could specialise in residential security, making sure your Principal's premises are secure, this is known as Residential Security Team (RST) duties. Alternatively, you could train to be a specialist security driver, specialising in defensive and evasive driving techniques. Person Specification The key personal attributes of good CPO include:
How To Become A Close Protection Operative
You will need to be physically fit, with good eyesight and hearing and of a presentable appearance. A driving licence is essential for working as a freelance CPO (Does not affect you undertaking CP Training). It may be useful if you have knowledge of one or more foreign languages. The current trend in language study at the moment is: Arabic, Russian, French, Spanish. Although this would ultimatly depend on your individual target markets. To work as a CPO in England, Scotland and Wales you are legally required to have a Security Industry Authority (SIA) licence. To get a licence you will need:
The Pay (a rough guide) Most CPOs are self-employed or are commonly known as sub-contractors or freelancers. Salaries for employed posts depend on the Principal or the Close Protection service company that the operative is working for, the length of the contract, the operatives experience and the risks involved. Daily rates for CPOs in low risk areas (UK) are generally around £150 a day plus expenses. CPOs with high levels of responsibility or working in high risk areas can earn up to and above £500 a day (Principal depending). However you must be made aware that this is a debatable subject as many factors will have a direct bearing on the daily rate payed to an operative.
Career Prospects You could be employed as a CPO by state and private organisations as well as private individuals. CPOs working in the high risk, most highly-paid areas of the industry have usually been in the Special Forces or specialist Police Units. You would usually be self-employed on long - or short-term contracts, which can be anything from a few days to several years. Most contracts are negotiated by Close Protection companies and agencies, The most favorable British Close Protection companies are those which are registered with the SIA and hold Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS) status. They seldom advertise, usually employing CPOs with police or military experience, or by recommendation, so networking in this business is vital. You may be able to specialise in surveillance, driving or residential security. With experience, you may be able to move into consultancy work. Useful security resources: http://www.bodyguarding.co.uk/The-New-Bodyguard-Book.html
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