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RESULTS-ORITNTED Training Description
Course Duration
1 Day
Training Delivery Method
Classroom (Instructor-Led) or Online (Instructor-Led)
Instructors Languages
English / Arabic / Urdu / Hindi / Pashto
Certification Provider
Tamkene Saudi Training Center - Approved by TVTC (Technical and Vocational Training Corporation)
Certificate Validity
2 Years (Extendable with additional training hours)
Course Average Passing Rate
97%
Competency Assessment Criteria
Practical Assessment and Knowledge Assessment
Post Training Reporting
Post Training Report + Candidate(s) Training Evaluation Forms
Training Design Methodology
ADDIE Training Design Methodology
Certificate of Successful Completion
Certification is provided upon successful completion. The certificate can be verified through a QR-Code system.
Course Overview
Security guarding often looks routine on the surface — checking badges, walking a patrol route, monitoring a gate — but the effectiveness of a security function depends entirely on the discipline and judgment guards apply to those seemingly simple tasks. In commercial, industrial, and residential facilities across the Middle East, where security personnel are often the first line of defense against unauthorized access and the first responders to incidents, a solid foundation in administrative security and guarding practice is essential.
This training course is designed to build practical competency in administrative security and guarding duties for personnel assigned to facility protection roles. The course is aligned with ISO 18788: Management System for Private Security Operations and ASIS International security guarding guidelines, which establish the framework for structured, professional private security operations. Participants will learn to apply access control and visitor management procedures, conduct effective patrols, maintain accurate security documentation, and respond appropriately to security incidents and emergencies.
Key Learning Objectives
Explain the role and responsibilities of a security guard within an administrative security function
Apply access control and visitor management procedures correctly
Conduct effective and consistent patrol duties including observation and reporting
Maintain accurate security logs, incident reports, and shift handover documentation
Recognize and respond appropriately to suspicious activity and security incidents
Comply with communication protocols and escalation procedures
Course Outline
1. Introduction to Administrative Security and Guarding
Defining the security guard role within an organization's overall security function
Applicable standards and reference frameworks including (ISO 18788 and ASIS International guidelines)
Roles and responsibilities including (guard, supervisor, and security control room duties)
Overview of common security incidents linked to guarding failures including (unchallenged access and inconsistent patrols)
2. Access Control and Visitor Management
Verifying identification and authorization before granting access
Visitor sign-in, badge issuance, and escort procedures
Managing deliveries and vendor access including (verification and logging)
Recognizing and challenging unauthorized access attempts
3. Patrol Duties and Observation Technique
Conducting structured patrol routes including (consistent timing and route variation)
Observation technique including (identifying anomalies and unusual behavior)
Checking physical security measures including (locks, lighting, and barriers)
Reporting hazards or security deficiencies identified during patrols
4. Security Documentation and Reporting
Maintaining accurate security logs including (shift activity and visitor records)
Completing incident reports clearly and objectively
Conducting effective shift handover including (outstanding issues and key information)
Retaining and organizing documentation in accordance with site procedures
5. Recognizing and Responding to Suspicious Activity
Identifying suspicious behavior and unauthorized presence
Recognizing suspicious items including (unattended bags and unexpected packages)
Immediate response actions including (maintaining distance and notifying supervision)
De-escalation awareness when engaging with individuals of concern
6. Communication and Emergency Coordination
Radio communication procedures and standard terminology
Coordinating with the security control room and supervisors
Communicating with emergency responders during an incident
Escalation procedures for incidents beyond guard authority
7. Group Discussion and Case Studies
Case studies from regional guarding incidents including (unauthorized access events and delayed incident reporting) and lessons learned in prevention
Group discussion on common guarding shortfalls including (complacency during routine shifts and inconsistent patrol discipline)
Sharing regional best practices including (visitor management approaches and shift handover consistency)
Discussion on the guard's role in sustaining a visible and effective security presence
1. Introduction to Administrative Security and Guarding
Defining the security guard role within an organization's overall security function
Applicable standards and reference frameworks including (ISO 18788 and ASIS International guidelines)
Roles and responsibilities including (guard, supervisor, and security control room duties)
Overview of common security incidents linked to guarding failures including (unchallenged access and inconsistent patrols)
2. Access Control and Visitor Management
Verifying identification and authorization before granting access
Visitor sign-in, badge issuance, and escort procedures
Managing deliveries and vendor access including (verification and logging)
Recognizing and challenging unauthorized access attempts
3. Patrol Duties and Observation Technique
Conducting structured patrol routes including (consistent timing and route variation)
Observation technique including (identifying anomalies and unusual behavior)
Checking physical security measures including (locks, lighting, and barriers)
Reporting hazards or security deficiencies identified during patrols
4. Security Documentation and Reporting
Maintaining accurate security logs including (shift activity and visitor records)
Completing incident reports clearly and objectively
Conducting effective shift handover including (outstanding issues and key information)
Retaining and organizing documentation in accordance with site procedures
5. Recognizing and Responding to Suspicious Activity
Identifying suspicious behavior and unauthorized presence
Recognizing suspicious items including (unattended bags and unexpected packages)
Immediate response actions including (maintaining distance and notifying supervision)
De-escalation awareness when engaging with individuals of concern
6. Communication and Emergency Coordination
Radio communication procedures and standard terminology
Coordinating with the security control room and supervisors
Communicating with emergency responders during an incident
Escalation procedures for incidents beyond guard authority
7. Group Discussion and Case Studies
Case studies from regional guarding incidents including (unauthorized access events and delayed incident reporting) and lessons learned in prevention
Group discussion on common guarding shortfalls including (complacency during routine shifts and inconsistent patrol discipline)
Sharing regional best practices including (visitor management approaches and shift handover consistency)
Discussion on the guard's role in sustaining a visible and effective security presence
Group Exercises
Team-based scenario exercise including (identifying suspicious activity in a simulated facility layout and determining appropriate response)
Case study analysis on a guarding-related security breach including (identifying contributing factors and proposing corrective actions)
Gained Core Technical Skills
Ability to apply access control and visitor management procedures correctly
Proficiency in conducting structured, effective patrol duties
Competency in maintaining accurate security documentation and shift handover records
Skill in recognizing and responding appropriately to suspicious activity
Ability to apply communication and escalation protocols during security incidents
Services Geographical Coverage
In Tamkene Training Center or at our client's facility (On-Site), Covering All Saudi Arabia Cities and Locations:
Targeted Audience
Personnel assigned or being considered for security guarding roles
Facility and site supervisors overseeing security personnel
Reception and access control staff supporting security functions
HSE and facilities coordinators working alongside security teams
Any personnel seeking foundational competency in administrative security and guarding duties
Practical Assessment
Supervised access control exercise including (verifying identification and applying visitor procedures)
Patrol demonstration including (conducting a structured route and identifying seeded deficiencies)
Incident report writing exercise including (documenting a simulated security scenario clearly and objectively)
Knowledge Assessment
Multiple-choice questions on security guarding principles and applicable standards including (ISO 18788 fundamentals)
Scenario-based questions on identifying appropriate access control decisions
Reporting and documentation questions including (log accuracy and incident report structure)
Why Choose This Course
Aligned with ISO 18788 and ASIS International guidelines for internationally credible security guarding competency
Delivers a complete foundational learning journey from access control through to incident response and reporting
Applies practical patrol and documentation techniques to real-world security scenarios
Structured practical exercises build genuine vigilance and reporting confidence
Incorporates regional case studies addressing common facility security challenges across Middle East operations
Note: This course outline, including specific topics, modules, and duration, can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.
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