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Online Learning In today’s world it is essential that organisations recognise and prepare for potentially disastrous events. This starts with a true exploration of risk. Whether fire, flooding, terrorism or other potentially devastating events, organisations need to recognise the risks and be prepared to handle both crises and disasters as part of an effective continuity strategy. The aim of this course is to show you how to identify threats and prepare and plan effectively. The course will provide a broad spectrum of knowledge relating to risk, crisis and disaster management within organisations, including the composition and operation of the Crisis Management Team. Core content The importance of risk management The risk culture Risk communications The business impact analysis (BIA) Business continuity planning The elements of crisis management Formation of the crisis management team (CMT) CMT operations Command and control Structure (bronze, silver and gold) Contingency planning Liaison with the emergency services Assessment method At the end of each module, learners will undertake a learning confirmation quiz enabling them to progress to the next module. Assessment is via a workbook and a written case study, designed to enable learners to demonstrate their knowledge of the learning outcomes. Learners have 6 months in which to complete the course and submit assessments. Enrolment This course is facilitated in a separate elearning platform.You will receive an email within 2 working days from training@linx-group.co.uk with details of how to access the PerpetuityARC Training eLearning platform and start your course.   If you have not received the email within the specified time, please email: training@linx-group.co.uk for assistance.   Read more

Online Learning This online course is an essential introduction to the key ideas, techniques and concerns at the heart of professional security management today. It provides comprehensive coverage of the responsibilities, resources and skills that are central to providing effective security management in the commercial environment. From identifying issues, understanding theories about risk, and isolating causes and prevention of crime to designing and implementing loss prevention and security initiatives that really work, it’s the ideal course for today’s security manager. Learners will complete a workbook which, when combined with a post-course written assignment, forms the basis of the BTEC accreditation assessment. Core content Role of the security manager Criminology, offenders and crime prevention theory Key legislation Risk management Crime management and prevention Security and working with human resources Supply chain security Security technology Preventing customer and supplier theft Preventing burglary, robbery and fraud Designing a security/crime reduction initiative Writing effective security reports Adding value through security Enrolment You will receive an email within 2 working days from training@linx-group.co.uk with details of how to access the PerpetuityARC Training eLearning Platform and start your course.  If you have not received the email within the specified time, please email: training@linx-group.co.uk for assistance.   Read more

Conducting a security survey is an essential skill for security managers. This online course provides a step-by-step guide to the process of conducting an effective security survey, providing you with a template for conducting your own surveys. The course will show you how to identify the particular threats to your business, premises and staff, and how you can protect against them. During the course, you will be guided through each stage involved in conducting a survey. You will also learn how to use the security survey as part of your ongoing risk analysis and security strategy. As part of this course, learners are given templates to undertake a security survey of a site of their choice, which will form the basis of the final assignment. Course content When to conduct a security survey What constitutes an effective security survey How to plan and conduct a security survey How to use crime prevention methods and techniques to reduce crime and loss How to use the security survey to prepare a risk assessment What security measures are available and when and how to use them How to write a security survey report and make effective recommendations Assessment method Throughout the course learners will build a portfolio of work and complete a final assignment. Learners have 6 months in which to complete the course and submit assessments. Enrolment You will receive an email within 2 working days from training@linx-group.co.uk with details of how to access the PerpetuityARC eLearning Platform and start your course.  If you have not received the email within the specified time, please email: training@linx-group.co.uk for assistance.   Read more

With crime a major issue on the high street, today’s retailers need to be aware of, and understand, how to mitigate threats to their stock, premises, staff and customers. This unaccredited course provides critical insights into retail security and examines the key techniques involved in identifying and managing loss, as well as the essential security management knowledge and skills needed to work within the retail sector. The course demonstrates the latest ideas, techniques and systems for the protection of people, premises, stock and profits. It demonstrates how these can be combined with management best practice to produce security solutions tailored for the retail environment. Core content The scale and impact of retail crime Causes and methods of retail crime Understanding ‘hot stores’, ‘hot products’ & ‘hot people’ Retail risk assessments and security surveys What are CRAVED products and how to protect them Distribution and supply chain security How to use situational crime prevention to reduce loss Physical and electronic protection Getting the most from your security officers Planning and managing a retail loss reduction initiative adding value Current regulation and legislation Assessment method This is an unaccredited course and therefore no formal assessment is required.  Instead during the course you will encounter multiple choice questions designed to test your understanding of the subject Enrolment You will receive an email within 2 working days from training@linx-group.co.uk with details of how to access the PerpetuityARC eLearning Platform and start your course.  If you have not received the email within the specified time, please email: training@linx-group.co.uk for assistance.   Certification Upon successful completion of this course you will receive an ecertificate of Attendance. Read more

This training course is proudly delivered in partnership with the UK’s Security Institute and is now available for booking throughout the year, so simply book your place, pay and get started. The Security Institute Certificate in Security Management is an online security training course, providing you with an introduction to key ideas, techniques and issues central to professional security management. You will gain an understanding of policy, best practice and legislation associated with security management principles, including health and safety, asset protection and information security. From discussing the formation of risk, to analysing potential causes and prevention of crime, this course is a must for those either new to their role, or experienced security professionals who perhaps haven’t worked at an academic level for some time. This is an online training course made up of six modules, three of which are mandatory and three chosen from elective modules. Core Modules Introduction to Security Management Security Department Management Information Security Elective Modules Health & Safety Retail Security Strategic Security Physical Security Terrorism Awareness & Management Risk, Crisis & Disaster Management There are several factors to consider when undertaking vocational training. Is the course delivered by an established and well-regarded training provider? Does the training provide a formal, industry-recognised qualification? Will you be able to undertake the appropriate level of work required to ensure your result reflects your ability? Enrolment You will receive an email within 2 working days from training@linx-group.co.uk with details of how to access the PerpetuityARC eLearning Platform and start your course.  If you have not received the email within the specified time, please email: training@linx-group.co.uk for assistance.   Read more