October is National Safe Work Month, an annual initiative encouraging Australian workplaces to consider how they protect the health and safety of their workers. The 2026 theme, Safe work is for life, provides a timely reminder that workplace safety is not simply a matter of meeting legislative obligations. It is an ongoing responsibility requiring attention […]
Australia’s private security industry operates nationally, but many of the requirements affecting security providers do not. Licensing is principally administered at state and territory level. Workplace obligations can arise from national and state systems. Work health and safety requirements need to be understood alongside operational procedures, employment obligations and client requirements. For security providers working […]
Across Australia, incident reporting remains one of the most overlooked — yet most critical — risk controls in private security operations. Whether operating in hospitality, retail, events, transport or critical infrastructure, documentation can make a huge difference in a variety situations like: Incident reports therefore are not just paperwork – they are protection. Why Reporting […]
Private security licensing in Australia remains a state-based regulatory framework, and recent reviews and reforms across multiple jurisdictions highlight why providers must stay alert to local compliance obligations. While there has been no move toward a single national licensing scheme, several states continue to refine their requirements around training standards, probity checks, ongoing eligibility, and […]
Australia’s summer period brings one of the busiest operating environments for security providers. Increased foot traffic, extended trading hours, major events, alcohol-related risks, and rising demand for crowd management all place additional pressure on licensed security personnel. For many members, this period coincides with annual leave cycles and the need to operate leaner, more flexible […]
From August 27–29, the Security Exhibition & Conference 2025 will once again take centre stage at ICC Sydney — bringing together Australia’s leading minds in protective technologies, risk management, and integrated security solutions. This year’s theme, “Securing Tomorrow: Intelligence, Integration, Impact”, reflects the industry’s rapid evolution. Attendees can expect: Attend this event and explore how […]