Celebrated on 24 July every year, to reflect the role security play protecting the public 24/7, International Security Officers’ Day is a significant date in the private security industry. 

Chair of the SIA Heather Baily has written a message of thanks to all those in the private security industry who help keep the public safe every single day, while also reflecting on the impressive skills successful security operatives possess. 

As part of the same piece, the SIA also spoke to three front line security officers to learn more about their varied roles and responsibilities, as well as their advice and perspective for the rest of the private security industry. 

Read the full message from Heather Baily and the words from the front line operatives on our blog.

SIA CEO Michelle Russell will be visiting security operatives in London as part of the day’s activity to hear directly from operatives about their experience and the challenges they’ve faced protecting the public, while our Chair Heather Baily will be doing the same with operatives in Manchester. 

These visits, alongside other content related to International Security Officers’ Day, will be posted about on the SIA’s LinkedIn page.

Background

International Security Officers’ Day is held each year on 24 July to represent the 24/7 nature of security work. 

Members of the public are encouraged to acknowledge any security operatives they see on the day. Some simple things you can do to show your appreciation include saying hello or thank you with a smile. 

Security business owners and managers are also encouraged to acknowledge their front-line workers. Examples of how security companies are marking the occasion include: sending thank you messages to their staff, organising an event or site visit to say thank you in person, and acknowledging their officers on social media.