BS 8507-1:2008

BS 8507-1:2008 gives recommendations for the management, staffing and operational accountability for the provision of all aspects of close protection services within the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and Crown Dependencies.

Additionally, this code might be used by those who wish to purchase close protection services.

BS 8507-1 provides guidance for the service provider, including

• Management structure
• Finance
• Staffing
• Premises
• Training

Attention is drawn to the Private Security Industry Act 2001, which contains provisions for regulating the private security industry, including close protection. A person falling within the definition of providing security industry services under this Act is required to be licensed in accordance with same.