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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Explain the requirements for becoming a security service provider 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
246694  Explain the requirements for becoming a security service provider 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Security 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 08 - Law, Military Science and Security Safety in Society 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 3  NQF Level 03  4 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2026-06-30   2029-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This unit standard will lead learners towards achieving knowledge, skills and attributes that would enable them to apply the provisions of the legislation that regulates the registration of security providers.

A person credited with this unit standard will be able to:
  • Explain the role of Private Security Regulating Authority (PSIRA) in terms of regulating the security industry.
  • Explain the compulsory registration provisions for a security service provider.
  • Explain the requirements that must be complied with as a security service provider.
  • Explain the obligations and requirements that must be met in terms of the code of conduct for security service providers. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    It is assumed that learners are already competent in:
  • Communication at NQF Level 2. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
  • Security service providers refer to both security business and security officers.
  • The Act refers to the legislation that enables the Private Security Regulating Authority (PSIRA).
  • Regulations include but are not limited to the private security industry regulations 2002, made in terms of the legislation that enables the PSIRA. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Explain the role of PSIRA in terms of regulating the security industry. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The primary objective of PSIRA is explained in relation to the security service provider's working environment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The functions of PSIRA is explained in terms of the PSIRA legal framework. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The powers of PSIRA inspectors are identified in terms of the current legislation. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Explain the compulsory registration provisions for security service provider. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The obligations and exemptions for registration as a security service provider is explained in terms of the Act. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The process to be followed when applying for registration as a security service provider is explained in terms of the Act. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The requirements for registration of a security service provider is explained in terms of the Act. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Requirements includes but are not limited to requirements for registration, training, clearance certificates and infrastructure and capacity.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The conditions under which a registration as a security service provider will be suspended, withdrawn or lapsed is explained in terms of the Act and related regulations. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Explain the requirements that must be complied with as a security service provider. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Notification of change of information is listed in terms of the regulations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Records and documents that must be kept are listed in terms of the regulations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The requirements in respect of compulsory items, uniform and equipment that must accompany the security officer while on duty are explained in terms of the Act and related regulations. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Items include but are not limited to:
  • PSIRA Certificate of identification in terms of regulations, Appointment certificate in terms of the Criminal Procedure Act of 1977.
     
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    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Explain the obligations and requirements that must be met in terms of the code of conduct for security service providers. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Unless otherwise indicated, regulations under this outcome refer to the code of conduct regulations for security service providers in terms of the Act. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The purpose of the code of conduct for security service providers is explained in terms of the regulation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The obligatory requirements that must be met by security service providers in terms of the regulations are explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Obligatory requirements refer to general obligations and obligations specific to a particular category and class of security service provider and different types of security service.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The penalties that can be imposed when contravening the code of conduct for security service providers are listed in terms of the regulations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The conditions under which an appeal may be lodged against a decision of the PSIRA are listed in terms of the Act. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this unit standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA.
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard or assessing this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Refer to the specific outcomes and the assessment criteria contained in this unit standard and specifically to:
  • The constitution of the RSA.
  • PSIRA Act 56 of 2001.
  • Criminal Procedure Act 51 OF 1977. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems related to the evaluation of own performance for future improvement. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    N/A 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  58577   National Certificate: General Security Practices  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  SAS SETA 
    Elective  50541   National Certificate: Locksmithing  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  SAS SETA 
    Elective  58697   Further Education and Training Certificate: Electronic Security Installation Practices  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    1. Alpha K9 Solutions Pty Ltd 
    2. Arctic Fox Security 
    3. ATLEGANG CONSULTING CC 
    4. AVK9 Pty Ltd 
    5. B and K Security Services 
    6. BKL Group Pty Ltd 
    7. Blackpearl Solutions 
    8. BRIGHTSTAR SECURITY SERVICE AND CLEANING CC 
    9. BRM Management Solutions Pty Ltd 
    10. Buyisa Security Services 
    11. BYL Security Group Pty Ltd 
    12. BZN SAFETY AND SECURITY ACADEMY PTY LTD 
    13. Calaska Trading 189 
    14. CC Protection and Investigation Services Kimberley 
    15. Chithi Holdings 
    16. Combined Private Investigations Pty Ltd 
    17. D & K MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS 
    18. DHW SECURITY AND TRAINING SERVICES 
    19. Focus Africa Advisory 
    20. George B Security Seervices 
    21. Getsmarter 
    22. Gogontle Security and Maintanacy Services 
    23. Gundo Security and Supply LebowaKgomo 
    24. Hafha Security and Training 
    25. HJN PROTORIA BRANCH 02 
    26. Horizon Risk Management 
    27. Ijaba Security Services 
    28. INTEGRATED SECURITY AND MANGEMENT SOLUTIONS (PTY) LTD 
    29. IPID Investigation 
    30. JC Safety and Security Pty Ltd 
    31. Kwamandla Protection 
    32. Legacy ATKV SAKE (PTY) LTD 
    33. Mamba Training Academy Pty Ltd 
    34. Manganda Security 
    35. Mapasa Security Security Services Pty Ltd 
    36. Maphotho Security Training and Guarding Division 
    37. Mashushe ETDP Trading and Projects 
    38. MIDI GENERAL TRADING PTY LTD 
    39. MMASEBKO TRAINING SECURITY CENTRE 
    40. Mtomntwana Roadmarking Pty Ltd 
    41. Mvikeli Production Services 
    42. Nanikie Security Guard 
    43. National Security and fire Pty Ltd 
    44. Noctuam Training Academy 
    45. Octaves Group 
    46. PRSS Guarding Services 
    47. Redefined Skills Training & Development (Pty) Ltd 
    48. Risk Management Group 
    49. SA Crime Patrols Durban North 
    50. SAHARA EDUCATION. TRAINING. DEVELOPMENT 
    51. Sleeve Rolles Ready to Work Pty Ltd 
    52. Solutionsupply Pty Ltd 
    53. SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE TRAINING INSTITUTION MTHATHA 
    54. TELLUMAT 
    55. Thikhedzo Security and Protection Services 
    56. THOPAS SECURITY SERVICES 
    57. Thudima Trading 
    58. TMC Consulting and Projects Pty Ltd 
    59. Total Recall Security and Investigation 
    60. Tradegold Trading and Projects 
    61. TSHAKHWILO TRADING ENTERPRISE 
    62. Vanguard Intergrated Services 
    63. Vision DCI 
    64. Wolf Guarding Solutions Pty Ltd 
    65. Xhobani Security Services Cc 


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