Mental Health Workshop Series Available for Security Sector Professionals

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08 November 2024

A charity that works with armed forces' veterans is now offering a series of trauma awareness training for security employers.

In conjunction with Assist Security Group (ASG), the first company to participate in the programme, these workshops will range from two-hour interactive sessions to a full day’s training. They are intended to help managers and HR staff recognise potential signs of trauma, understand its mechanisms, develop company-wide strategies, and create resilience-building environments.

The training will be delivered by PTSD Resolution, who works with the Security Institute, the Worshipful Company of Security Professionals, and the City Security Council to provide free mental health support for ex-military personnel working in the security sector.

Around 40 per cent of security officers show symptoms of PTSD, according to a 2020 University of Portsmouth study, the largest of its kind. in 2022, 1224 SIA licensed security workers were interviewed by security sector forum workingthedoors.co.uk, of which 51 per cent said that they are verbally abused every time they work a shift. 

Colonel Tony Gauvain (Retired), Chair of PTSD Resolution, said: "Security professionals, including forces’ veterans, often face high-stress situations that can lead to trauma. Our TATE workshop equips companies with the tools to recognise and address trauma-related issues at an early stage, ensuring a healthier work environment and improving overall operational effectiveness."

Troy Hewitt, CEO of ASG, added: “TATE aligns with our commitment to employee wellbeing and operational excellence. This training will further boost our ability to support our team members and our clients, operating in a range of environments - from luxury retail and hotel venues to major entertainment and hospital locations."

Picture: a photograph of Troy Hewitt. Image Credit: Assist Security Group 

Article written by Ella Tansley | Published 08 November 2024

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