Close Protection Operative
Overview
- The Close Protection Operative (CPO) Course is designed to prepare individuals for roles in personal security, equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and confidence required to operate as professional bodyguards or personal security officers. This course covers all aspects of close protection work, from threat assessments to advanced protection strategies, giving participants the ability to protect high-profile clients, executives, or VIPs in various environments.
- Participants will learn essential close protection techniques, including risk assessment, surveillance detection, conflict management, convoy protection, and tactical planning for safe client movement. The training also focuses on legal and ethical considerations, crisis management, first aid, and how to effectively handle high-stress situations while ensuring the safety and well-being of the principal (client).
Duration
15 Days
Training Cost
€ 3200
Objectives
- Develop essential skills for providing personal security.
- Master threat identification and risk management strategies.
- Learn defensive tactics for client protection.
- Enhance skills in secure transportation and route planning.
- Improve communication and teamwork in high-risk environments.
- Practice emergency response and evacuation procedures.
Topics
- Principles of Close Protection
- Introduction To Threat Assessment And Risk Analysis
- Hello Arrivals & Departures
- Protection Formations
- Dress Code & Etiquette
- Interpersonal Skills
- Low Profile Security & Tactics
- Briefing The Principal
- Tactical Close Protection Shooting
- Krav Maga P1-P5 & Close Protection Tactics
- Case Studies
- Shooting Under Stress
- Cross Decking
- Cover & Evacuation Drills Under Live Fire
- Elements of Close Protection Team
- Recon & Surveillance
- Preparation & Planning
- CP Radio Communication
- Team Leader: Roles & Responsibilities
- Motorcade Formations
- Law & Legislation
- Route Planning
- Frisking & Material Checking
- IED & EOD Handling
- Area & Venue Protection
- FREC 3
- Package Health Monitor & Management
- Night / Low Light Close Protection
- OSINT
- Avoiding Conflict and Reducing Personal Risk
- Defusing Conflict
- Resolving and Learning from Conflict
- Application of Communication Skills and Conflict Management for Security Guarding and Close Protection
- Force On Force Simulation
- Final Exercise & Certification Exam
Weapons & Ammo
- Glock 17/19, CZ 75, Sig P10
- 9mm : 300 Rds
- Tactical Torch
Inclusions
- Training
- Certification
- Weapons
- Ammo
- Tactical Gear
- Food & Accommodation
- T-Shirt
- Patch
- Pick & Drop: Airport to Hotel/Hotel to Training Area
- Visa Assistance.
Experience
- No Prior Experience Required
Things to Carry
- Tactical Pants
- Formal Clothing ( Slacks, Jacket, Tie, etc )
- Tactical Shoes/Boots
- Tactical Eye Protection Glasses
- Tactical Belt
- Tactical Gloves
- Tactical Elbow & Knee Pads
- Clothing Appropriate For Climate And Conditions
Documents to Carry
- Passport
- National ID
