What legal Authority does a Security Guard have?
Security guards do not have the same legal authority as police officers, but they do have certain legal rights while performing their duties. They can ask individuals to leave private property, perform citizen’s arrest where legally applicable, and report crimes to police. Guards are also authorised to perform site pacific rules and conditions as agreed upon with the property owner or client.
At G-Tec Security, all guards operate within the limits of the law and are trained to handle situations professionally, respectfully, and in cooperation with local authorities when necessary.
Are you officially licensed and are you sanctioned by any governing authority to operate as a security service provider?
The Security Industry is governed by the Security Industry Act 1997 and the Security Industry Regulation 2016.
The administration of this legislation is handled by an organization called SLED, the Security Licensing and Enforcement Directorate, under the New South Wales Police Force.
A security provider MUST hold a Security Master License, issued by SLED. This industry is regulated and there are heavy penalties for companies who breach the legislation governing the security industry.
Our master license number is 000101713. All security license holders can be verified through the following link:
https://www.onegov.nsw.gov.au/PublicRegister/#/publicregister/search/Security
How can we trust G-TEC Security as a professional security provider?
G-Tec Security has proudly served the Riverina region since 2003. With over 22 years of experience, we’ve delivered trusted security services to a wide range of clients, including national companies such as Wilson Security, Telstra SNP, Certis, as well as government agencies, educational institutions, and banks.
Our expertise lies in securing commercial properties, though our services extend to a variety of sites across the Riverina. We’ve established robust, easily accessible policies and procedures to ensure consistent service quality and staff efficiency.
All patrol vehicles are equipped with GPS tracking, and we leverage advanced technology to enhance our operations. clients receive real-time email reports and photos, ensuring full transparency and peace of mind.
Are your staff vetted in any way?
Yes. All licensed security guards in NSW must undergo an Australian Federal Police check prior to being issued with a license. Our current patrol staff also must obtain a Defence Security Clearance at the level of NEG VET 1.
