security laws and regulations south africa

Can you work without Psira?

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In South Africa, it’s a legal requirement for individuals working in the security industry to be registered with PSIRA (Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority). PSIRA registration is mandatory for security officers, and operating as a security officer without valid PSIRA registration is against the law. PSIRA registration ensures that individuals working in the security industry … Read more

Can a security guard work without Psira?

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In South Africa, the Private Security Industry Regulation Act (PSIRA) regulates the private security industry and mandates that any person employed as a security officer must be registered with PSIRA. Therefore, it is illegal for a security guard to work without a valid PSIRA certificate. Employing an unregistered security guard or working as a security … Read more