This hands-up mannequin unmistakably depicts many a scene we watch from Crimewatch or Law & Order. It was actually one of the various striking exhibits spotted at the Security Industry Conference and Exhibition.
The event took place on 12 and 13 October at the Suntec Convention Centre and is a strong booster to the security industry. It convened all key representatives from the security industry and engaged them in a dynamic exchange of insights, trends and knowledge about what we know of security and more today.
The conference theme is about ‘Enhancing Productivity Level in the Security Industry’. Various heavyweight speakers and industry experts were brought in to share their rich insights to some 300 participants present. Topics ranged from crime, hotel and casino security to bombing and terrorism – all the hottest global security issues at the moment!
Raising Productivity through Training
In Singapore, there has been a noted increase in demand for security services, with a 3-5% industry growth annually, and corresponding demand for more security personnel. Hence, raising productivity of our security workforce is a definitely an issue close to heart. To this, Professor Martin Gill, the keynote speaker at the conference and one who is armed with a wealth of knowledge and research background in crime vs. security said that a key to raising productivity is through training of our security workforce.
Professor Gill also hosted a cosy Masterclass in Security to some 30 attendees, which delved more in-depth into being productive in security, such as through the adoption of new technologies.
Other interesting sights & sounds:
The latest surveillance technology to ‘eyeball’ all the crooks!
The most recognisable car in Singapore – the Singapore Police car – which vrooms after lawbreakers in high-speed car chasing action and instils certain fear in the law-abiding folks as well.
Promotion of the Security Workforce Skills Qualifications (WSQ) programmes offered by the Singapore Workforce Development Agency (WDA).
Did you know that some consumer brands like Samsung also offer security devices?
For all who are keen to seek training in the security industry, check out WDA’s Security WSQ training. There are three levels to choose from – certificate, advanced certificate and diploma!
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