Under the Private Security Industry Authority Act 2001, all individuals wishing to work in the private security industry must undertake a recognised qualification before applying for a licence.

The HABC Level 2 Award in CCTV Operations (Public Space Surveillance) has been developed to meet the requirements of the Security Industry Authority (SIA). It is based on the relevant SIA 'Specifications for Learning and Qualifications for CCTV Control Room Operators (PSS)' and provides the necessary skills and knowledge for those who wish to apply for an SIA licence and work as a CCTV Operative.

The qualification comprises 3 mandatory units:

• Unit 1 - Working in the Private Security Industry
• Unit 2 - Working as a CCTV Operator
• Unit 3 - Practical operation of CCTV equipment

Assessment

Unit 1 - Working in the Private Security Industry

• 25-question multiple-choice examination paper.
• Successful candidates must achieve a score of at least 18 out of 25
• Examination duration - 40 minutes
• Guided learning hours for this unit are 10 hours

Unit 2 - Working as a CCTV Operator

• 40-question multiple-choice examination paper.
• Successful candidates must achieve a score of at least 28 out of 40
• Examination duration - 1 hour
• Guided learning hours for this unit are 22 hours

Unit 3 - Practical operation of CCTV equipment

• Ongoing practical assessment throughout the course by the tutor

This qualification can enable the learner to progress onto the NVQ in Providing Security Services or undertake further learning in other areas of the private security industry such as Security Guarding or Door Supervision.

Please see below for further information about each of the HABC accredited SIA courses we offer:

• CCTV Operation Level 2
• Door Supervision Level 2
• Security Guarding Level 2
• Standalone Security Units Level 2
• Principles of Providing Security Services Level 2
• Providing Security Services Level 2
• Close Protection Level 3