Winter safety campaign reminds people ‘Stay Safe, Tell Security’

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has launched its new winter safety campaign, urging people to ‘Stay Safe, Tell Security’.

The initiative is aimed at fostering public awareness of shared responsibilities in keeping public spaces safe.

The online campaign emphasises the importance of teamwork in public safety, encouraging the public, security professionals, and businesses to collaborate by staying vigilant and reporting anything unusual to licensed security staff or the police.

It highlights the critical role of trained security operatives in promoting a secure and welcoming environment during busy winter months.

Heather Baily, Chair of the SIA said:

Public safety is a team effort, and we want the public to feel empowered to approach licensed security staff if they need help or see something troubling. The training that SIA licensed security operatives undergo equips them with safety-critical skills not only to protect but also to support the public in times of need.

With training in identifying vulnerable individuals, delivering basic first aid, and responding to potential terrorist incidents, security operatives offer a first line of support for those in need. This winter, we encourage everyone to join us in staying alert and proactive, helping to keep our communities safe.
Through collaboration with police forces, local authorities, and the public, the SIA is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for all. Just over 348,000 people hold an SIA door supervisor licence  and there are just over 59,000 security guarding licence holders in the UK, all of whom have the training to protect people. The ‘Stay Safe, Tell Security’ campaign reminds the public of the importance of being vigilant and reporting anything that doesn’t feel right to nearby licensed security operatives, who are trained to respond effectively.

At this time of year, we invite everyone to participate in our winter safety campaign by sharing this message and utilising the available campaign toolkit on social media. With a team approach, public safety can be enhanced, ensuring a safer winter season for all.

For more information about the ‘Stay Safe, Tell Security’ campaign and to download the campaign toolkit, please visit the Winter Public Safety Campaign page.

Further information
The SIA is the organisation responsible for regulating the private security industry in the UK, reporting to the Home Secretary under the terms of the Private Security Industry Act 2001. The SIA’s main duties are the compulsory licensing of individuals undertaking designated activities, and managing the voluntary Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS).