International Foundation for Protection Officers

“Unbelievable bravery” Six British security officers subdue attackers who stabbed two police officers

  Six security officers received challenge coins and other accolades for their bravery, skill and ingenuity in responding to a vicious knife attack against two police officers at a shopping center in central England in July. According to the BBC, the officers were targeted and suffered slash injuries in the ambush at the New Square [...]

By |2022-03-25T06:10:50-04:00March 24th, 2022|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on “Unbelievable bravery” Six British security officers subdue attackers who stabbed two police officers

Security education in the modern-day: ISJ UK talks with IFPO UK & Ireland’s Darren Chalmers-Stevens

  In the latest issue of International Security Journal United Kingdom, IFPO UK & Ireland Director Darren Chalmers-Stevens, discusses the importance of continuing education for the modern-day security officer, particularly since the duties of the profession have evolved from the "observe and report" guard to a more active first responder. In the story, titled "Serving [...]

By |2021-03-03T06:47:01-05:00March 3rd, 2021|About IFPO|Comments Off on Security education in the modern-day: ISJ UK talks with IFPO UK & Ireland’s Darren Chalmers-Stevens

FULL SPEED AHEAD! Security Research Project now funded, first phase to begin

  NAPLES, Florida,  Feb. 25, 2021 -- The International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) is announcing today that funding has been secured for the groundbreaking Security Research Project, led by Perpetuity Research. This critical project would not be possible without the tremendous support of our research partners: CriticalArc Doyle Security Services Friends of Chuck GardaWorld [...]

By |2021-02-25T06:22:37-05:00February 25th, 2021|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on FULL SPEED AHEAD! Security Research Project now funded, first phase to begin

IFPO webinar 2021: Key issues facing frontline security professionals

  The International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) is dedicated to providing meaningful education and certification for all levels. It accomplishes this through its certification programs, but also through social media and free educational workshops, including webinars. About this Event: This first IFPO UK & Ireland webinar will focus on some key issues affecting frontline [...]

By |2020-12-18T07:44:58-05:00December 18th, 2020|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on IFPO webinar 2021: Key issues facing frontline security professionals

Only a few days left! IFPO August Special: 30% off Certified Protection Officer program!

  IFPO August Special: 30% Off Certified Protection Officer Program (Traditional)! As a complimentary thank-you for being part of the IFPO, we are offering a limited time offer for the month of August and is eligible until 8/31/2020. *** Click here to take advantage of the special ***   ________________________________________________________________________________________________________   Check Out the IFPO [...]

By |2020-08-26T07:08:06-04:00August 26th, 2020|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on Only a few days left! IFPO August Special: 30% off Certified Protection Officer program!

Security officer, sheriff’s deputies provide aid to Florida shooting victims

This is yet another great example of the modern-day security officer as a first responder. The role of the security officer has greatly expanded over the years; a great way to prepare yourself is to pursue a certification from the International Foundation for Protection Officers.   From PrivateOfficerBreakingNews: WEST PALM BEACH FL Aug 24 2020 [...]

By |2020-12-12T07:01:09-05:00August 25th, 2020|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on Security officer, sheriff’s deputies provide aid to Florida shooting victims

Security officers, citizens thwart baby kidnapping at Tennessee hospital

Great work from both security officers and citizens to stop a man from allegedly taking a baby from a mother at a Tennessee hospital. This is a perfect example of how security and law enforcement can work together seamlessly and the added bonus is that citizens helped out as well.  -- IFPO. From PrivateOfficerBreakingNews: KNOXVILLE, [...]

By |2020-12-12T07:08:04-05:00July 29th, 2020|News|Comments Off on Security officers, citizens thwart baby kidnapping at Tennessee hospital

Limited time offer: COVID-19 safety and awareness course from Armour Academy and IFPO

IFPO Members, We hope you are keeping safe during these challenge times. According to numerous studies, security officers are suffering the highest rate of mortality with COVID-19 among frontline professionals. This is likely due to a lack of specialized training for correct practice and response training in security-related environments and scenarios. IFPO has partnered with [...]

By |2020-07-10T09:14:29-04:00July 10th, 2020|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on Limited time offer: COVID-19 safety and awareness course from Armour Academy and IFPO

Must-see security webinar: The Role and Job Complexity of Modern Security Officers

International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) Executive Director Sandi Davies, along with other security industry leaders, will be participating in this very important webinar. Please plan to attend if you can. -- IFPO. Topic: The Role and Job Complexity of Modern Security Officers; are current changes an enhancement or an impediment? Description: We have been [...]

By |2020-06-05T07:28:51-04:00June 5th, 2020|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on Must-see security webinar: The Role and Job Complexity of Modern Security Officers

Security officers ignored as frontline workers during COVID-19 pandemic

For those of us in the security industry, it's a no-brainer that security officers would be overlooked; as The Forgotten Soldiers of the Invisible Empire, it's been that way for a long time now. Part of that attitude may stem from the belief among some that security professional are not first responders, when, in fact, [...]

By |2020-12-12T07:25:57-05:00May 25th, 2020|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on Security officers ignored as frontline workers during COVID-19 pandemic

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