SIA training is an integral part of the Without the relevant training and qualifications, it is illegal to act as what has traditionally been referred to as a “bouncer”. This term of course has been replaced with the name doorman or door supervisor and it is part of the overall strategy to move away from the old image of tough mean and large looking men providing unregulated security and moving towards ways of avoiding the likelihood of any trouble occurring in the first instance. In fact, female door staff are in ever increasing demand as they are deemed a far more friendly face when meeting people into a venue.
With good SIA training, the emphasis is on conflict resolution without the need for force or violence. In fact, the best form of security is to be aware of the dangers long before they are ever allowed to turn into the kind of situation which can pose a risk to patrons and the door staff.
The raising of standards over the years is because of SIA training which has been made compulsory for anyone who is thinking of a career in door supervision. Whilst an initial burden, it does put those qualified into a superb position to get long term employment in a safe working environment.
Door supervisor training courses are available throughout the UK and by and large include a three or four days of coaching as well as a written examination. Once passed, the participant is able to apply for their SIA badge and from then on is legally allowed to gain employment either permanently or on a part time basis for one of the thousands of venues which need door staff on a regular basis throughout the UK.