SIA CCTV operator training in London
This qualification is designed for learners who want to apply for a licence from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) to work as a CCTV operator in public space surveillance. It is based on the relevant SIA specification for learning and qualifications and is supported by Skills for Security, the standards setting body for the security industry, and the SIA, which regulates the private security industry.
Do you need an SIA CCTV licence?
Under the Private Security Industry Act 2001, contracted CCTV operators who use cameras to watch members of the public, identify particular people, guard against disorder or protect people from assault must hold an SIA Public Space Surveillance (CCTV) licence. A door supervisor or security guard licence only covers using CCTV to identify a trespasser or protect property. This course gives you the qualification needed to apply for the CCTV licence.
What you will learn
- the key purposes of the private security industry
- the differences between civil and criminal law
- the roles and responsibilities of each member of the CCTV team
- the importance of accurate record keeping
- equipment fault reporting procedures
- actions to take if a suspicious object is found in the CCTV control room
Course details
- Qualification: Level 2 Award for Working as a CCTV Operator (Public Space Surveillance) within the Private Security Industry
- Learning time: 32 hours of learning
- Contact hours: the SIA stipulates a minimum of 23 contact hours (3 days) if flexible distance learning is undertaken
- Eligibility: 18+
- Price: £200
- Booking: call 020 8050 9506 or send an enquiry for the next date
After the course
Once you hold your licence, CCTV operators work in control rooms, retail, venues, construction sites and residential buildings. Three Sixty Security supplies SIA licensed CCTV operators across London, and you can send us your details through our careers page.
Related courses
- SIA Door Supervisor course
- Level 2 Award in Conflict Management
- Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work
- All security qualifications
CCTV course FAQs
How long is the CCTV operator course?
Learners are expected to undertake 32 hours of learning. The SIA stipulates a minimum of 23 contact hours (3 days) if flexible distance learning is undertaken.
How old do I need to be?
You must be 18 or over.
Does a door supervisor licence cover CCTV work?
Only partly. A door supervisor or security guard licence covers using CCTV to identify a trespasser or protect property. Contracted operators who watch members of the public, identify particular people, guard against disorder or protect people from assault need an SIA Public Space Surveillance (CCTV) licence.
How much does the course cost?
The course costs £200.
How do I book?
Call our main line on 020 8050 9506, message us on WhatsApp on 07802 648809 (WhatsApp only) or send the enquiry form on our contact page and we will confirm the next date.