Certain businesses are likely to be more fraught than others. A busy night time venue for instance is going to have far more perils than a small grocery shop that operates by day. Yet, in certain areas, almost any shop will benefit from having someone present with the right security training.

No matter what business you run, if you have your doors open to customers then there is a chance for problems to ensue, and no matter how good your staff are at dealing with troublesome customers, certain people will simply be looking for trouble.

Whilst busy bars will have legal requirements to have someone present who has an SIA license, many other business who are open later at night or operate in slightly less savoury areas may not have the same requirements. And whilst hiring people with the right security training from a designated company could cost a great deal and seem not worth the expense, training key members of your own staff could be extremely beneficial.

Whether it is yourself or other members of the team, having people who work regularly that are able to understand how to best deal with and resolve conflict can not only ensure that your staff are as safe as possible, but also that the items you sell are less likely to be damaged and that you don’t end up with an unfortunate reputation.

Gaining your SIA license is also more than just about conflict. From understanding emergency procedures through to simply having a far better grasp of relevant laws, the right training could give you are far better chance to keep your staff and customers safe no matter whether you are a small bar, a busy takeaway or a late night shop. On top of this, you are offering yourself or your staff valuable skills for life too.