3. In service: No agency may offer, provide or accept its services to gambling houses or other illegal businesses. The scope of the security service provided by a security authority shall not exceed the total premises or property of the person or entity requesting the security service, unless accompanied by large quantities of cash. The bill described private security as providing security services in an institution in exchange for remuneration. MANILA, Philippines – A measure that will strengthen the regulation of the private security services industry has come into effect. In order to ensure high quality standards for security forces, Republic Act 11917 requires that all private security agencies (PSAs) be 100% owned and controlled by a Filipino citizen. PPE should also have a maximum of 2,000 security guards. “We should not despise the work of a security guard,” he added. Article 13 Issuance of firearms. A security officer or security agency has the right to possess firearms after meeting the requirements prescribed by the Chief of the Philippine Mounted Police for the possession of firearms with a calibre not exceeding 45 in a number of more than one firearm for every two guards or security guards in his employ: Provided, however, that a guard or security guard has the right: Not possess more than one combat weapon or shotgun to ensure adequate security when circumstances so require: Provided, in addition, that all firearms referred to in this document cannot be carried by the appropriate uniformed security officer on the premises of the institution, unless he escorts large amounts of money or valuables in and out of the establishment. said connection. By law, private security professionals must be fully fit Filipino citizens, of good character, and must not have been convicted of a crime in order to obtain a license to practice a private security profession (PSEL), valid for five years. It also aims to strengthen the protection of the Philippine security forces by providing the necessary training through the development of leadership programs and training, including basic courses for security personnel, specialized courses for guard personnel, security guard training, detective training courses, and candidate protection officer courses.

Article 18 Penal provisions. Any violation of this Act or the rule or regulation promulgated hereunder shall be punishable by suspension or fine not exceeding P200.00 or revocation of its licenses to operate, manage, direct or administer a private investigator, custodian or custodial agency and all its members, at the discretion of the court, as well as the forfeiture of his bail deposited with the Philippine Mounted Police. Unfortunately, although security forces risk their lives and members in the line of duty, they are often underpaid and deprived of the benefits to which private employees are entitled under the law, and in order to promote the well-being of these unsung guardians of people and property, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) issued Departmental Decree No. 150-16. 2016 series that established the terms and conditions of employment and work of security personnel and other security personnel in the private security industry. The rules state that security personnel and other private security personnel assigned to a person or company (defined as “principals”) are considered employees of the security service provider or private security authority (PEP). If a service contract is entered into between PPE and a procuring entity, the relevant DOLE regional office may request a copy of the agreement from the parties. The agreement should include, among other things, provisions on the nature of the work to be performed, its conditions and the basic equipment (at least one handgun) to be made available to security officers. The law also ensures that private security agencies are 100% owned and controlled by Filipinos. It repeals Republic Act No.

5487, which is 52 years old, or the Private Security Agencies Act (LDF, GMA News, Section 14). Uniform. The uniform of the guard or security guard, as well as those organized, maintained or employed by the government or government and/or controlled enterprises, agencies or entities, are different from the uniform worn and prescribed for members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, the municipal and municipal police. The Chief of the Philippine Mounted Police, through his duly authorized representative, shall prescribe the uniform or ornaments, equipment and accessories to be worn by security forces and security guards in the Philippines. According to Section 11 of DOLE-Abteilungsverordnung Nr. 150, s. 2016 and § 3 of the Single Entry Approach Procedure Rules (SEnA), issues of late or underpayment of wages are subject to mandatory 30-day conciliation mediation. In view of the joint and several liability of the Customer and the SSC/PSA for non-payment of wages, other wage benefits and prescribed increases pursuant to Section 9.1(a) and (b) of DOLE Department Order No. 150, p. 2016, the Customer where security personnel and other private security personnel are deployed shall be deemed to be the counterparty for the purposes of the conciliation and mediation proceedings in under SEnA.

Security forces, Go said, provide security for public and private facilities. Before starting a job as a security guard, you need to learn the different requirements for the security guard. Most companies and training centers will provide you with a copy of the law and codes of ethics to use as a security guard. But why is it important to know this code of ethics for your work? The Senate has been asked to raise the minimum wage for security forces to make them “world-class.” Article 2 Scope of this Law. The organization, operation, affairs and activities of private investigators, security guards or security services are subject to the provisions of this Act. The Private Security Services Industry Act strengthens the regulation of the private security industry and responds to industry growth and the demands of global certification bodies. The law simplifies the process for those who wish to apply for a position in security personnel. Candidates must be of legal age, physically and mentally fit, have good moral character and not have been convicted of a criminal offence. The Code of Ethics serves as a guide for your performance as a security guard for each company you work for. It underscores your duty as a security guard that you have sworn to protect innocent lives from criminals who dare to threaten the facility to which you are assigned. You will learn how important your job as a security guard is because you must be loyal to the institution to which you are assigned and also to the government. Section 11 Supervision of the Philippine Gendarmerie.

Once approved, the Philippine Mounted Police will exercise general control over the operation of all private investigators and guards or guard agencies. Section 5 Qualifications. No person may be employed as a security guard, guard or private investigator unless: (a) he or she is a citizen of the Philippines; (b) high school diploma; (c) are physically and mentally fit; (d) be at least 21 years of age and not more than 50 years of age; (e) at least 5 feet and 4 inches tall; and (f) will not suffer any of the disqualifications contemplated in the preceding section: Provided that foreign nationals who were already employed as security guards or security guards prior to the approval of this Act are not subject to the above requirements: Provided, in addition, that veterans have priority in employment as security guards, guards or private investigators: And finally, that the person convicted of a crime, which contains moral upheavals, cannot be employed as a security guard, guard or private investigator. In order to ensure compliance with mandatory social benefits for security personnel and other private security personnel in the private security sector in accordance with Order No. 150 of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, p. 2016, Employment Advice 15-19, when conducting routine inspections or complaints of facilities using the services of private security agencies (PSAs) or security service providers (SSCs), Labor inspectors will review documents obtained under the General Labor Standards, Labor Laws, Social Security Laws and Regulations thereunder, in particular DOLE Department Order No.