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Event Security

PSA 31:2014 and PSA 39:2014 Certification

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What is an Event Security Licence?

All those who provide security services in an event’s entertainment area must hold the PSA 39:2014 Door Supervisor (Event Security) licence.

PSA 39:2014 defines the Entertainment Area as the specific area of a venue where the entertainment or social performance takes place and where the provision of a security service is undertaken by a Door Supervisor (Event Security) provider. The Entertainment Area includes areas where alcohol and food are served.

The Security Guard (Event Security) licence is required by all those who provide security services in the Periphery Area of an event. PSA 39:2014 defines the Periphery Area as the specific area of a venue adjacent to or in the vicinity of the Entertainment Area where the provision of a security service is undertaken by a Security Guard (Event Security) provider. The Periphery Area includes car parks, accommodation areas, venue perimeter and approaches, and any other location not within the Entertainment Area.

Amtivo (Formerly Certification Europe and EQA) - Door Supervisor Certificate - A security guard monitoring a social event

Private Security Authority

Who Is the PSA?

The Private Security Authority (PSA) is the regulatory body for the private security industry in Ireland. It was established under the Private Security Services Act 2004. The role of the PSA is to improve and maintain standards in the provision of security services in the State by operating a standards-based licensing system.

Implementation

PSA 31:2014 is the standard the PSA requires for new entrants into the Event Security sector. This standard outlines the procedures and systems needed before a company can begin offering services as an event security provider.

The PSA has issued the standard and the certification guidelines, which are free of charge from the PSA website.

Amtivo (Formerly Certification Europe and EQA) - Door Supervisor Certificate - Member of security guard team monitoring a public event.

Why You Should Choose Amtivo?

  • Amtivo in Ireland is currently the only certification body offering certification for all sectors currently licensed by the PSA.
  • We have a wealth of experience and expertise, offering certification for security systems since 2006.
  • Our Ireland-based team deliver a local service, supported by global expertise.
  • We have an excellent reputation for offering exceptional client-focused service.
  • Our team consists of approachable, experienced and qualified auditors.
Why Choose Amtivo

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