1. Introduction: Roles and Responsibilities

Turn2US is a service for members of the Security Profession providing medical and health related guidance and support. Our objective is to enable individuals to return to good health and gainful work as soon as possible.

There are 3 aspects of the service:

  • Access to web-based information.  https://www.turn2us.org.uk/About-Us
  • A confidential 24-hour helpline providing medical advice and counselling by qualified staff – irrespective of means or circumstances.
  • Access to therapeutic and rehabilitation services in deserving cases, access to which shall be subject to qualification thresholds determined by the Trustees.

Our professional telephone counsellors care greatly and are able to help with anything from emotional issues to stresses at work and at home, including depression, addiction, relationship difficulties, bullying, debt, bereavement and health issues.  They also have access to many other specialists, advisors and support agencies.

The Security Benevolent Fund

https://grants-search.turn2us.org.uk/grant/the-security-benevolent-fund-15726

Please note: The Fund is for members of the Security Profession only.

The services that the Security Benevolent Fund provides are designed to comply with the Worshipful Company of Security Professionals’ charitable objectives by advancing and protecting the welfare, education and well-being of potential beneficiaries engaged within the security profession and, in particular ‘to administer benevolence to any deserving members of the profession, at the discretion of the Trustees.

Individuals sometimes fall on hard times and need help getting back on their feet. In order to return to work, they may also require medical care or assistance which is not readily available without some financial support.

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The role of the Door Supervisor, BS7960 Definition:

A person employed to…

“… decide on the suitability of customers to be allowed on licensed premises…

…to maintain order and public safety”

Main Objectives of Door Supervisors:

P – Protection of life

 P – Protection of property and premises

 P – Prevention of loss and waste

 P – Prevention and the deterring of crime

Main objectives of door supervisor

REMEMBER: The 4 P’s      

  1. Protection of Life

Door supervisors may have to assist in the following situations:

  • Assault
  • Dangerous or hazardous situations (including slips & trips)
  • Emergency situations
  • Protection of property and Premises
  • Protect property from theft or damage
  • Protect property from fire, criminal damage & defacement
  • Prevention of loss and waste

Loss and waste can be caused in 3 ways:

  • Theft
  • Breach of Confidentiality
  • Abuse of phones, computers, etc
  • Preventing and deterring crime

Examples of crime which the door supervisor may come across:

  • Assault
  • Criminal damage
  • Theft
  • Breach of the peace
  • Public order offences

Qualities of a door supervisor

 H – Honesty

  R – Reliability

  T   – Trustworthiness

  D – Dedication

  A – Approachability

  S – Self-discipline

  T – Tact

  C – Courtesy

  C – Co-operation

  D – Diplomacy

Qualities of door supervisor

SIA License Requirements and Checks:

  • Attend approved training course
  • Attain a nationally recognised qualification
  • Undergo identity and criminal record checks
  • Identity and Age
  • Criminal History / fit and proper person criteria
  • Professional competence

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