Career Quest
The Close Protector provides close protection to identified
very important persons (VIP’s) by physically protecting them on
foot and in transito. Other functions include planning of
operations, communication with VIP’s and delegates, maintaining
equipment and recording of procedures.
What are the minimum requirements to
become a Close Protector?
You must have done Basic Police Training, Basic
VIP-Protection Course and Identification of Explosives Course.
Experience as Static Protector for at least one year and one
year driving experience (advanced driving K53 and State
Authority) is also necessary. You must also be able to swim at
least 25 metres.
Training:
Further training includes the following courses: Advances
VIP-Protection Course, C.A.T Training, Protective Intelligence
Course, Risk Management, Security Advisory, Communication and
Liaison, Technical Support Training, Explosive/ Dog Handlers
Course and Advanced VIP-Protection Course.
Where can you be stationed?
Presidential Protection Unit and VIP Units on Provincial and
National Level.
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