What unarmed security officers do

Unarmed security officers guard, patrol or watch another person's property. They do this without a guard dog or weapon.

They include:

• in-house security officers
• loss prevention officers
• security gate officers.

You need an unarmed security officer licence to do these jobs.

This licence doesn’t authorise you to carry firearms, handcuffs or batons.

You don't need an unarmed security officer licence if you are:

• a casino employee
• a security officer on public transport
• employed by the state or federal government.

More information

• Find out how to become a licensed unarmed security officer.
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