SECURITY OFFICER
Security Officer Job Scope
1. Surveillance and Monitoring
Security officers are responsible for monitoring surveillance equipment, such as CCTV, and conducting regular patrols of the premises. This helps to detect any suspicious activities or potential threats.
2. Access Control
Manage the entry and exit of vehicles/individuals to secured areas, often checking identification, verifying credentials, or enforcing access policies.
3. Emergency Response
Security officers must respond to emergencies such as fires, medical incidents, or security breaches. This can include coordinating with emergency services, evacuating individuals, or providing first aid.
4. Risk Assessment
Security officers may conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential security threats, and ensure appropriate measures are in place to prevent or mitigate risks.
5. Customer Service and Communication
Security officers also engage with the public or employees, offering assistance or guidance. In many cases, they act as a first point of contact for inquiries and address any concerns or issues.
6. Report Writing
Documenting incidents, breaches, or suspicious activity is a key responsibility. This often involves writing detailed reports that may be used for legal or insurance purposes.
7. Security Enforcement
Security officers may be tasked with enforcing certain rules or regulations, such as prohibiting unauthorized access or preventing theft or vandalism.
8. Security Officer Training (SOA) certificate (mandatory course provided by WDA) is necessary.
Security Officer Job Scope
1. Surveillance and Monitoring
Security officers are responsible for monitoring surveillance equipment, such as CCTV, and conducting regular patrols of the premises. This helps to detect any suspicious activities or potential threats.
2. Access Control
Manage the entry and exit of vehicles/individuals to secured areas, often checking identification, verifying credentials, or enforcing access policies.
3. Emergency Response
Security officers must respond to emergencies such as fires, medical incidents, or security breaches. This can include coordinating with emergency services, evacuating individuals, or providing first aid.
4. Risk Assessment
Security officers may conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential security threats, and ensure appropriate measures are in place to prevent or mitigate risks.
5. Customer Service and Communication
Security officers also engage with the public or employees, offering assistance or guidance. In many cases, they act as a first point of contact for inquiries and address any concerns or issues.
6. Report Writing
Documenting incidents, breaches, or suspicious activity is a key responsibility. This often involves writing detailed reports that may be used for legal or insurance purposes.
7. Security Enforcement
Security officers may be tasked with enforcing certain rules or regulations, such as prohibiting unauthorized access or preventing theft or vandalism.
8. Security Officer Training (SOA) certificate (mandatory course provided by WDA) is necessary.