Security installations - are you licensed?

If you install security equipment then you need to be licensed as a security provider. The Security Providers Act 1993 stipulates that you need to hold a Class 2 Security Provider Licence to install, repair or maintain security equipment.

Security equipment is designed to enhance property protection and can include but is not limited to alarms, audio or visual recording systems, safes and intrusion detectors.

This licensing requirement applies to everyone who installs security equipment, even if you are already licensed as an electrical contractor, electrical worker, cabler or other contractor. Given the sensitive nature of surveillance and the vital work of enhancing public safety and protecting critical infrastructure, it is important that everyone is licensed.

There are heavy penalties if you operate as an unlicensed security equipment installer or if as a firm, you employ an unlicensed installer. Avoid these penalties by finding out more about the licensing requirements and apply for a security provider licence today. Visit Office of Fair Trading - Security industry.