The central government has picked Chandigarh for setting up a centre for imparting training to security guards employed with different private agencies registered in the city. Chandigarh was chosen for the pilot project under Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act 2005. This will be the first such centre in the country.
The Chandigarh administration will impart training, in addition to the mandatory training given by private security agency, to the private security guards and supervisors. The month-long course for the security guards will include both classroom instructions and field training. The security guards will be given training in public conduct, crowd control, first aid, fire fighting, emergency handling, communication with police and conflict management. They will also be imparted training in physical security, security of assets, security of building and personal security.
The guards will be taught how to examine identification papers, including identity cards. They will also be taught to identify improvised explosive devices (IEDs). They will also be given basic knowledge of Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the procedure of lodging FIR with police. They will also be given physical fitness training. Those successfully completing the course will be given a certificate. Deputy Commissioner Ajit Balaji Joshi said Chandigarh has been picked for the pilot project by the Centre under which a training school for private security guards will be set up.
