Detection Devices are components used to detect intrusion and may also at times be referred to as sensors. They must be capable of reliably detecting intruders and exhibit a high resistance to false activations. This module will cover the basics of detection devices and hold up intruder alarms. Specifically, this Bite Size course will look at what detection devices are, their role, perimeter detection, volumetric detection, system grading, environmental classes, supervision, detection device technologies, operation, installation, false alarm management and sequential confirmation. Please note: This online course works best in Google Chrome. Read more

The role of emergency lighting is to allow a safe evacuation of the building to be made when the mains supply fails. This is achieved by the use of special luminaries or lamps and batteries. Emergency lighting must also enable the building to meet fire safety legislation in a way that is visually acceptable and satisfy the users needs for operation and maintenance. This bitesize course will give you an understanding of emergency lighting from a technical standpoint. Please note: This online course works best in Google Chrome. Read more

The electronic article surveillance systems that many people are familiar with are used in retail environments to stop goods being stolen. They work by detecting tagged or labelled products being carried through a surveillance area which which is generated between pedestal readers or gate reader devices. EAS is important because it represents a truly progressive industry. It is used worldwide so represents an internationally accepted security technique. This bitesize course will take you through the basics. Please note: This online course works best in Google Chrome. Read more

The commissioning process will verify that a newly-installed system meets both the technical performance of the selected equipment and the operational requirements set out in the early stages of the design process. It is important to review the original design specification and operational requirements prior to writing a commissioning plan. A commissioning plan lays out a step-by-step guide for commissioning a system. It details roles and responsibilities as well as defining the commissioning tasks and a timeline for carrying them out. Please note: This online course works best in Google Chrome. Read more

The provision of supplementary lighting is essential to ensure that a CCTV system can capture high quality images day or night, and yet it is major component of a security solution which is quite often overlooked. Specifying the correct lighting at an early stage of a project’s lifecycle will ensure that time consuming return to site visits can be avoided at a later stage. Equally important, with so many types of lighting solutions available, the total cost of ownership of a CCTV system, as well as day-to-day running costs, can be minimised by the correct selection of the most suitable lighting to match the environment in which it will be working. Well designed, properly installed and fully maintained security lighting is also important to illuminate the outside of domestic and commercial building in order to deter intruders, whilst good illumination at outdoor spaces such as railway stations and car parks can assist in the capture of CCTV images for evidential purposes. It also makes the general public feel safer. As with all of our online training courses, your online tutor is on hand to guide you through the necessary explanation of the components, the legislation and standards. There are no prerequisites and no qualifications needed to enrol. To gain your Tavcom certificate, you will need to complete a 10 question, timed online multi choice assessment. Once completed you can download or print your certificate. Full instructions are provided within the last module and before the assessment. Please note: This online course works best in Google Chrome. Read more

(APPLICATION ONLY) This training course is proudly delivered in partnership with the Security Institute. The Diploma in Security Management course gives you a broad understanding of how security theory works with best practice information. Designed to add a formal qualification to some existing knowledge, you will learn how to form successful security initiatives in the workplace. Learners will explore a host of theoretically founded concepts, from your own ideas and experiences to scenarios related to the workplace, identifying issues and understanding ideas about the risks, to causes and prevention of crime. This course is designed for all who have experience in security management and who now wish to achieve professional recognition and gain an accredited security qualification. Core Modules Understanding Security Understand the role of security managers and the purpose of security management; the principles of security; how the level of security measures must be balanced with the level of the threat Threats to Security Know how to carry out disaster planning; manage disaster and post-incident recovery. Understand the threat of terrorism and measures to counter terrorist action Risk Management Know how to identify and appraise risks. Understand the principles of insuring risks; psychological and cultural approaches to risk management. The Legal System Understand the importance of employment law for security management; employment law and the legislation and regulation of industrial disputes; the implications of employment law for security management. Management Understand the theory of management in relation to security management; why management skills are important to security managers. Be able to identify the skills required by a security manager to carry out their job effectively. Eligibility Criteria The course is open to all who operate within the private and public security sectors, and have: a minimum of 3 years security management experience, or 3 years in the armed forces in a supervisory role, or  have successfully completed the Security Institute Certificate in Security Management. Your course will begin when your eligibility has been confirmed and payment is received.  There are no intake months; just join when you are ready to learn! If you’d like to gain an accreditation in security management but aren’t sure that the Diploma is at the right level for you, consider the Security Institute Certificate. It’s a great starting point if you’re new to academic study – or if it’s been a while! The cost of this course is £1,630 plus VAT. Application and Enrolment Add this course to your basket and  when prompted complete your details online.  Once your eligibility has been checked  (we may contact you to discuss this), you will receive an email within 2 working days from training@linx-group.co.uk with details of how to pay and how to access the PerpetuityARC eLearning Platform and start your course.  If you have not received the email within the specified time, please email: training@linx-group.co.uk for assistance.   Read more