TRAINING SERVICES

• Accreditation
• Recruitment & Induction
• Internal programmes
• On-site training
• Staff and public training
• Course directory

Enforce Training Academy

Enforce is dedicated to raising professional standards in the security services industry by providing a comprehensive range of skills development programmes and training in all operational fields. The Enforce Training Academy is an industry leading institution with full PSIRA Accreditation that allows us to train our own staff and private individuals in the Grade Training required in the Security Industry. 

Enforce is one of the first Security Organisations to have their internal training centre fully SASSETA accredited, not only as a training centre but in the delivery of short courses, skills programmes and full qualifications.

We offer a range of courses in various fields such as:

• Security and specialist Security
  • National Key Point
  • Aviation
  • Port
  • Events
• Fire, Health and Safety 
• Firearms and Relicensing
• CCTV/ Control Room Operator
• Dog Handler
• And more 

Accreditation
 We recognise the importance and great need for quality training and believe in the value of NQF based training which is why we hold accreditation with both governing bodies in the Security Educational Industry - SASSETA and PSIRA.  Enforce is determined to be an active participant in the acceptance and implementation of the many changes within the Security Education System.  Following are our accreditation details:

SASSETA Accreditation No: 051905003736
PSIRA Training Centre Accreditation No: T93

Recruitment and Induction
Our commitment is to provide you with security operatives of the highest calibre. 
To ensure that we secure only the best candidates for any position all potential Enforce employees undergo a rigorous recruitment and assessment process including practical and theory tests. This is followed by an in-depth induction process, regulated by the department heads to ensure relevance and effectiveness.  Some topics covered in the induction are.

• Code of Conduct
• “That Much More” – Delivering more than is expected
• Public Relations
• ISO Quality Systems
• Department related background information on Enforce
• Operational Structures
• Company Principles etc.

Recruits are then handed over to Managers for further Site Orientation.

Internal Programmes

Continuous Professional Development
This is aimed at all Security Officers, regardless of their grade, site or gender .It is an ongoing project, with no completion date. Officers undergo a 1 – 4 hour training session every week, usually before or after shift change. The objective is to continuously ensure all our staff are up to date with requirements and ensure continuous development. The course topics are set for a year at a time; however the site manager has the right to change the week’s topic if other issues require attention. The facilitation is conducted on site, at the SO’s workplace where site specific examples or Site Job Descriptions are referred to. Attendance registers are signed by each Officer, and on successful completion, they receive a certificate of completion.

Learnerships
Enforce is committed to fund the training of at least 5% of all staff on the national certificate: General Security Practices. There are no restrictions on learners who may enter this programme, and it is free of charge to all Enforce Employees. It is an ongoing project and we currently (2011) have 980 Security Officers on the Learnership.

Skills Development for Black Women
In line with the national focus on skills upliftment for Black Women, we have looked at addressing this demographic within Enforce. We have funded and trained 140 Black Women in a short skills programme consisting of 3 Unit Standards. These Unit Standards (below) form the basis of the entry level (E Grade Equivalent) SASSETA skills programmes, as well as the Security Qualification: General Security Practices.

Induction Training
All new security officers employed by Enforce, after intense vetting, background checks and interviews, undergo an induction programme whereby they are drilled, paraded, trained and the company expectations, policies and procedures are communicated.

Note: All the above programmes are aligned to SAQA requirements and facilitated by our accredited training centre; therefore the learner (Security Officer) will receive recognised certificates as well as “lifelong” credits for the courses he/she has completed.

Job Specific Training (Internal)
The above programmes are formally structured; however this is not the sum total of the training we conduct. Enforce training department is continuously conducting training and refresher training on a regular basis on site and at the training academy where required. This training is conducted as required in terms of the following:

i. Ad Hoc as required due to

• Changes to security personnel on site
• Changes to the site job description
• Challenges identified by the client, by Enforce, or by the Security Officer
• Updates in terms of the regulated requirements

ii. As required in terms of Legislation

• Monthly refresher training for NKP Guards (National Key Points) – theory and practical firearm
• Weekly firearm competency training and SAPS registration
• Event security Officers

Job Specific Training (External)
Certain job functions require that Enforce conduct training which is specialised and cannot be facilitated by the training department. In this case, these functions are contracted out to external training providers entirely or jointly with the training department. This training includes regular training in:

• CCTV operation and observation skills
• Airport Security Officers in terms of Civil Aviation Act
• Dog Handler Training and refreshers

Voluntary and Site Required Upgrading
SO’s who choose to upgrade their Grade status are trained and certified at the training centre at a reduced fee. SO’s who are required to upgrade due to site requirements are paid for by the company

• E, D, C, B, A Grades
• Armed Response Officers
• Cash in Transit
• Event Security

Non security related training
As the need arises, or a job specific skill is identified as lacking, training is conducted with the staff. This includes:

• Computer Skills
• Financial
• Training Administration
• Management
• plus more.

On-site training
All Enforce members receive comprehensive on-site training tailored to their specific area of operation As per SAQA (South African Qualification Authority) regulation all our theory training is partnered with a percentage of practical work. We have dedicated training staff that visits our network of sites to provide standard refresher and mentor training as well as customised training to meet specific site and client requirements.

Staff and Public Training
The security industry has a reputation for low skills development, a reputation Enforce is committed to changing with a number of training courses, assessment services, and advisory services available for staff to enhance their opportunity for advancement and promotion in the company.  

As an accredited training provider we are able to offer much of our training to the Public at competitive prices.

View our course directory to see the courses and additional services we offer or contact us for a quotation or consultation.

Enforce Training Academy
The Training Administrator or The Training Manager
Tel: (031) 573 7600

Course Directory and Overview