In South Africa, PSiRA (Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority) has various verification levels that correspond to different roles and responsibilities within the private security industry. These levels are determined based on the nature of the work, the specific skills required, and the responsibilities associated with each role. As of my last update, here are the main PSiRA verification levels and their general requirements:
PSiRA Verification Levels:
- Security Officer (Grade E, D, C):
- Requirements:
- Minimum age requirement (usually 18 years old).
- Completion of basic security training accredited by PSiRA.
- Clean criminal record and background check.
- Duties: Perform basic security functions like patrolling, access control, and incident reporting.
- Requirements:
- Security Supervisor (Grade B):
- Requirements:
- Higher level of training than security officers, including supervisory skills.
- Experience in security work.
- Meeting the minimum age requirement.
- Clean criminal record and background check.
- Duties: Supervise and coordinate security activities, manage teams, and ensure compliance.
- Requirements:
- Security Manager (Grade A):
- Requirements:
- Extensive experience in security operations.
- Advanced training in security management and leadership.
- Meeting the minimum age requirement.
- Clean criminal record and background check.
- Duties: Oversee security operations, develop strategies, manage resources, and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Requirements:
Note:
- The specific requirements for each level may vary slightly based on the nature of the security company, the job scope, and any additional industry-specific regulations or standards.
- PSiRA also offers specialized courses and certifications for roles involving specialized skills like handling firearms, crowd management, or VIP protection. Requirements for these roles might include additional training and licensing.
- It’s important to regularly check PSiRA’s official website or contact them directly for the most current and detailed information regarding verification levels and their corresponding requirements, as regulations and requirements might have changed since my last update.