HABC Level 2 National Award for General Purpose
Security Dog Handlers
Introduction:
The HABC Level 2 Award for a General Purpose Security Dog Handler aims to provide the learner with the basic skills, knowledge and understanding required to ensure the provision of a professional level of service as a General Purpose Security Dog Handler.
This qualification has been developed by NASDU to meet the National Occupational Standards (NOS) for Security Dog Handling and the training requirements contained within BS 8517-1:2009.
For Whom SuitableThis programme meets the requirements of those learners who have experience as Security Officers and wish to become General Purpose Security Dog Handlers. It would also be suitable for members of HM Armed Forces, Police or Prison Service who wish to take on a General Purpose Security Dog Handler role.
Awarding Body
HABC - Authorised by the regulatory authority OFQUAL
Recognised Awarding Body by the SIA
Training would be delivered over a number of weeks and would be of sufficient duration to ensure competency, having a minimum of 50 guided learning hours (GLH’s).
GLH’s are recorded hours of direct training given to an individual learner and not the duration of a course.
Learners with an untrained dog should expect additional hours of training with the dog.
Programme Structure
The programme is flexible with a mixture of theory and practical tuition and is made up of 3 Units all of which are compulsory (see Content).
Prior Learning
All learners should hold an appropriate S.I.A. licence (unless exempt) and should be trained and competent in a general Security Officer role (Unit 1 – Working in the Private Security Industry and Unit 2 – Working as a Security Officer).
Learners who have proven GP dog handling experience as a Police or Prison Officer or a Member of HM Armed Forces within the last 5 years may apply for accreditation of prior learning (APL) of up to 35 GLH’s. A minimum of 15 GLH’s shall be required for final assessment and examination and to confirm understanding of the private security industry dog sector.
Assessment
Assessment shall be carried out by an Approved NASDU Trainer/Instructor; internal moderation shall be carried out by NASDU with external moderation carried out by HABC.
The mode of assessment shall be by practical assessment, by question and answer sessions and by a written examination.
The assessment shall consist of direct observation, question and answers and written examination
Certification
Certification (HABC) shall be for the handler only, NASDU certification for the dog is available.
Progression
The successful learner can proceed onto NASDU Advanced Awards, qualified handlers can also progress to Mobile Patrol
Officers/Supervisors, Detection Dog Handlers and ultimately into Security Dog Training
This nationally recognised Award can also provide the underpinning knowledge to assist learners to progress to NVQ’s and higher qualifications
Content
Unit 01 Roles and Responsibilities of a General Purpose Security Dog Handler
- Handler Qualities
- Legislation
- Control Incidents
- Customer Services
Unit 02 Control of a General Purpose Security Dog
- Basic Control
- Distance Control
- Emergency Control
Unit 03 Controlling a General Purpose Security Dog under Operational Conditions
- Patrol – Internal/External
- Control – Access/Egress
- Search – Property/Persons
- Handler Protection
- Weapon Attack
Unit 04 Maintaining the Health, Well Being and Safety of a General Purpose Security Dog
- Inspection and Grooming
- Transportation
- H & S Requirements
Please contact Head Office for list of Approved Instructors/Trainers
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