SIA training is an integral part of the British. This term of course has been superceded with the name doorman or door supervisor and the old image of big burly men standing outside looking menacing is an image rapidly in decline. In fact, woman door staff are actively sought out and recruited as they are deemed a far more friendly face when greeting guests into a venue.
With good door superviser training, the emphasis is on conflict resolution without the need for forceful control to ever be required. In fact, the best form of security is to be aware of any potential problems long before they are ever allowed to develop into anything which can pose a risk to both the people in the venue or the staff.
The raising of standards is largely down to the SIA security training which has been made obligatory for anyone who is thinking of a career in door supervision. Whilst this is course an expense and large commitment at first, it does put those qualified into the very best position to get long term employment in a safe working environment.
Door Supervision courses are available throughout the UK and usually include a three or four days of training 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 provide security and protection for one of the thousands of venues which need door staff on a regular basis throughout the UK.