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OFO Code: 541404

Last checked 3 October 2026

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1. Occupation identity

OFO code
541404
Occupation
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Classification
OFO 2021
Major group
SERVICE AND SALES WORKERS
Unit group
5414 · Security Guards

Official description
Security guards patrol or monitor premises to guard property against theft and vandalism. They control access to establishments and maintain order and enforce regulations at public events and within establishments.

More official OFO detail

Specialisations: Body guard, Transit Protection driver

  • Circulating among visitors, patrons, or employees to preserve order, protect property from theft or vandalism and enforce the regulations of the establishment
  • Picking up and ensuring the safe delivery of cash and valuables to banks, automated teller machines and retail establishments
  • Controlling access to establishments, monitoring and authorizing the entrance or departure of employees and visitors, checking identification and issuing security passes
  • Responding to alarms, investigating disturbances and contacting superiors, police or fire-fighters as appropriate
  • Performing security checks of passengers and luggage at airports
  • Patrolling premises and checking doors, windows and gates to prevent and detect signs of unauthorised entry

2. Demand status

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8. Next steps — official links

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