Wearing your licence card back-to-front You must not wear your SIA licence card back-to-front. Doing so is a breach of our licence conditions and an offence under section 9 (4) of the Private Security Industry Act 2001. Our licence conditions state that you must wear your licence where it can be seen at all times while you are engaged in licensable activity, unless: -you have reported your licence card lost or stolen -we have your licence card -the work you are doing requires that you are not id

The SIA licence card has several security features that are quick and easy to check. You need to use a UV light for one of these. ➡️ What to look for on the front of a licence card 📌 Name is raised: The licence holder’s name is embossed on the card, not printed on. You should be able to run your finger over the name and feel that it is raised. 📌 Hologram: You should be able to see a hologram when you tilt the licence card backward and forward. 📌 SIA logos: A UV light should reveal the SIA log

Why Being SIA Approved Matters in the Security Industry When choosing a security provider, it’s essential to know they meet the highest industry standards. That’s where SIA Approved Contractor Status (ACS) comes in - a mark of quality that separates professional security companies from the rest. But what does it mean to be SIA approved, and why should it matter to clients? What Is the SIA? The Security Industry Authority (SIA) regulates the UK private security sector to ensure companies operate