Static Site and Manned Guarding

What it is

A static guard is positioned at a fixed location, such as a site entrance, gatehouse or reception, rather than patrolling multiple sites. The officer follows a set of assignment instructions written specifically for that location, covering access procedures, patrol routes, reporting lines and incident escalation.

Also searched for as: Static site guarding, Manned guarding.

Suitable customers and environments

• Commercial premises that need a consistent presence during and outside working hours
• Warehouses, depots and logistics sites with regular vehicle and personnel movement
• Vacant or transitional properties that need monitoring between tenancies
• Organisations that want a single, accountable point of contact for site security

Typical duties and scope

• Managing access for staff, visitors, contractors and deliveries
• Conducting scheduled internal and perimeter patrols
• Maintaining a written occurrence log and reporting incidents through agreed channels
• Operating visitor sign-in procedures and issuing passes where required
• Providing a visible, professional deterrent presence
• Escalating incidents in line with site-specific assignment instructions

How the service is tailored

Every guarding assignment begins with a review of the site, its risks and its operating hours. Coverage can range from a single shift to a full rota, and instructions are written to reflect the layout, access points and procedures of that specific location.

Licensing and site requirements

Guarding is a licensable activity under the Private Security Industry Act 2001. Officers deployed to guarding assignments hold the SIA licence appropriate to the role, with vetting and right-to-work checks completed before deployment.

Sectors where this service is often used