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Update for Gold Coast Security Industry on Impending Changes |
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| Posted by Administrator (admin) on May 06 2008 |
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Free information sessions will be held for Gold Coast security providers and people applying to join the industry to learn about licensing and training changes due to take effect mid-year.
Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Kerry Shine said two forums would be held at the Gold Coast on Thursday 8 May to explain in detail the impacts of Phase Three of amendments to the Security Providers Act 1993.
"When Phase Three begins later this year, we will introduce licences in previously unregulated sectors of the industry such as security equipment installers, electronic surveillance operators, in-house security guards and security advisers," Mr Shine said.
"Licensees will also be required to undertake additional training, ensuring their skills are up-to-date and that they can cope with any issues safely and effectively."
The sessions will outline the new licensing classes, including restricted licences, and new training requirements.
Member for Southport, Peter Lawlor, said the Gold Coast forum would be held at the Holiday Inn Surfers Paradise at 22 View Avenue, with two sessions from 9am to 11am and 1pm to 3pm.
"The forums will explain how the changes will impact on those involved in the industry, or planning to enter the industry," Mr Lawlor said.
"I would urge anyone connected with the security industry on the Gold Coast to attend the forums and get answers to any questions they might have."
Mr Shine said it was important to raise standards of professionalism and public confidence in the security industry.
"The industry occupies a unique position of trust in our society, and its members play a vital role in helping keep communities safe and protecting property," he said.
"It also has an increasingly important role in ensuring the safety and security of critical infrastructure, landmark events and key public spaces."
Seating at the seminars is limited to 100 people, so those who would like to attend are encouraged to confirm their attendance by phoning (07) 5581 3309.
Mr Shine said his department had developed an online tool to help security providers check if they complied with changes due to take effect from 1 July.
The online tool and factsheets about the legislative changes and new licensing categories are available on the Office of Fair Trading website at www.fairtrading.qld.gov.au.
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