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.

This includes:

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

You need an unarmed security officer licence to do this job.

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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