Basic Guarding

Basic Guarding
Basic Guarding

Basic Guarding

Foundations of private guarding: access control, patrol procedure, incident reporting, use-of-force limits and the NSCDC regulatory role.

Who it is for: Entry-level guards, gatemen and static sentries.

What you will learn
  • Control access points and keep accurate visitor and vehicle records
  • Carry out patrols and spot-checks to the approved procedure
  • Write clear incident reports and hand over a shift properly
  • Apply the legal limits on the use of force and arrest
  • Explain the regulatory role of the NSCDC over private guard companies
Course outline

NSCDC Act, licensing of guard companies, code of conduct

Gates, visitors, vehicles, searches and registers

Rounds, key points, observation and reporting

Notebook discipline, written reports, evidence handling

Reasonable force, arrest and handover to the police

Fire, medical and evacuation basics

Appearance, courtesy, integrity and communication

Revision and proctored online exam

Course details

  • Course code BGD-101
  • Duration 8 weeks
  • Pass mark 80%
  • Attendance needed 75%
  • Certificate valid 2 years
  • Delivery Live online classes
  • Assessment Proctored online exam
  • Enrolment fee ₦100,000.00

Anyone can register as an individual, with no company needed. This demo lets you click through every step without an account.

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