Private Security Authority


The Private Security Authority An tÚdarás Slándála Prı́obháidı́ is the independent statutory body in Ireland that regulates private security services. It was established under the Private Security Services Act 2004. It is responsible for the protection of the public and clients of the security industry by promoting a high quality standards-based licensing system for businesses and individuals working in the industry.

Functions

Installer of Electronic Security Equipment,
Security Guard.
Providers of Protected forms of Transport,
Locksmiths,
Supplier and Installers of Safes,
Private Investigators, and
Security Consultants.
These sectors are further divided to include event security and monitoring of intruder alarm and CCTV equipment.

Registrar

It maintains a register of licensed providers of security services and a register of licensed employees and the services for which they are licensed to provide.