SIA training is an integral part of the UK’s] government’s attempts to regulate and improve standards of professional doorman in nightclubs, bars and other establishments where the likelihood of disorderly behaviour is seen to be likely.

It is no longer allowed for individuals to act as a “bouncer” (as it’s traditionally referred to) without the appropriate training and qualifications. This term of course has been replaced with the name doorman or door supervisor and the old image of big burly men standing outside looking menacing is an image rapidly in decline. In fact, woman door staff are actively sought out and recruited as they are deemed a far more friendly face when greeting guests into a venue.

With good door supervisor training, the emphasis is heavily put onto conflict resolution without the need for force or violence. In fact, the best form of security is to be aware of the dangers long before they are ever allowed to turn into the kind of situation which can pose a risk to both the people in the venue or the staff.

The raising of standards is largely down to the SIA door supervisor training which has been made compulsory for anyone who is thinking of a career in door supervision. Whilst this is course an expense and large commitment at first, it does put those qualified into a superb position to get long term employment in an improved working environment.

Door supervisor training courses are available throughout the UK and usually include a three or four days of coaching as well as a written examination. Once passed, the participant is able to apply for their SIA badge and from then on is licenced to provide security and protection for one of the hundreds of venues requiring their services throughout the United Kingdom.