Security Licence (Guard) - Employee
Applying for Security Licences
The following is further information about applying for this specific licence type in addition to what is provided in “Obtaining a new licence”.
It is important you refer to both the general steps in applying for a licence and the further information provided here.
This will ensure all necessary information is provided in your application.
Security Licence (Guard) – Employee (categories C, E and H only)
Any person wishing to possess a weapon whilst performing the duties of a security guard as an employee of a licensed security organisation must apply for this type of licence.
To apply for a security guard employee licence you will need to complete Form 1 ‘Application for Licence’.
The following supporting documentation must also be supplied:
- Form 1 ‘Annexure – Occupational – Security’
- A “Statement of Attainment” as proof of your successful completion of the approved training course for security licence (guard) [Safety Course & Training], issued within the last twelve months and detailing the date the certificate was awarded, the categories of weapons in which you have been deemed competent, and the name of the registered training provider.
- A copy of the front and back of your current Security Officer’s Licence issued by the Office of Fair Trading under the Security Providers Act 1993 prior to 1 July 2008; or
- A copy of the front and back of your current Security Officer’s Licence endorsed with Cash in Transit issued by the Office of Fair Trading after 1 July 2008.
Note: This licence does not authorise acquisition of firearms.
Form 1 - Application for a Licence (
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