New Security Services Requirements June 01 2011 - May 16, 2011
As part of the plan for safe and secure communities, the Alberta Solicitor General and Public Security government is launching a new private security program in the June 2011. The new Security Services and Investigators Act (SSIA) and will change the rules and legislated requirements governing this dynamic industry in The Security Services and Investigators Act (SSIA) will replace the Private Investigators and Security Guards Act. As a result of the new legislation, Businesses, in-house security departments and individuals providing services in the following areas will require a license:
• Security Services
• Investigators
• Executive Protection
• Loss Prevention
• Patrol Dog Services
• Locksmiths
• Alarm Responders
• Automotive Lock Bypass Services
The new program is administered by Alberta Solicitor General and Public Security and establishes higher standards for the industry, including a code of conduct and mandatory training requirements. Mandatory training requirements will come into effect in June 01 2011. New standards are also being implemented for the types of equipment that can be used, as well as guidelines and policies on the use of equipment.
One of the most significant changes is that individuals licensees will now be able to apply for and manage their own licenses. This replaces the former system where employers were responsible for licensing their employees. The new rules – not their employers – allowing for greater flexibility for employees and the ability allow them to change jobs more easily.
2011 is a bright new promising year for the industry. We look forward to the new mandated training for all officers.
This information is crucial to clients and employees as it affects the spectrum of core business ethics and procedures. Dominion is very in tuned with all new legislations and is moving forward with all new practices and policies.