Bodyguards must train in counter-surveillance techniques.
Security vendors sell a vast range of counter-surveillance devices for detecting audio bugs, hidden cameras, and other forms of high-tech espionage. However, no matter how sophisticated the technology, these tools possess little value without proper training on their use. Counter-surveillance training courses often specialize in specific kinds of operations (e.g., anti-terrorism, law enforcement, private eye) so the discriminating security officer will have little trouble finding a suitable facility for his line of work.
Mobile and Stationary Counter Surveillance (Crisis Response International)
Based upon the techniques used by Israeli Special Forces, Crisis Response International offers a four-day surveillance and counter-surveillance courses for military personnel, private investigators and civilian security contractors to learn methods of mobile and stationary counter-surveillance. Instruction includes use of cover, covert and overt counter-surveillance deterrence, lose physical tails and recognize surveillance teams. NOTE: Enrollees will be subject to background checks; anyone convicted of domestic violence (misdemeanor or felony) will be automatically disqualified.
Crisis Response International
Las Vegas, Nevada
800-631-8191
critraining.com
Counter-Surveillance in High-threat Areas (Global Assets TAC Group)
Global Assets offers three- and five-day training courses in surveillance and counter-surveillance. Instructors are veteran law enforcement and military operators who have conducted operations in high threat areas. Training is designed to teach essential physical skills required by individual operators and/or his team to detect surveillance on long- and short-term missions. Prerequisites for this course include a valid driver's license and a basic understanding of firearms usage.
Global Assets TAC Group
P.O. Box 751864
Las Vegas, NV 89136-1684
702-838-3002
globalassetstacgroup.com
Identification of Surveillance Agents (International Security Instructors)
International Security Instructors trains enrollees in identify surveillance operations and personnel. Former government, military, police surveillance instructors teach the course. While their headquarters are in New Jersey, training sessions can be hosted anywhere in the United States. Further, they are able to combine and modify courses based on the specific needs of your group (e.g., military, law enforcement or civilian protection). This course is intended solely for law enforcement officers. Employment verification is required.
International Security Instructors Team
P.O. Box 4027
River Edge, NJ 07661
201-310-6707
isi-team.com
Counter-surveillance for Bodyguards (ISS Training LTD)
This British firm offers a three-day course in training bodyguards on spot counter-surveillance threats against their "principal" (usually a famous, wealthy, or politically important figure). Though the public generally views bodyguards as the guys who protect their bosses against gunfire and physical assault, a large part of their work involves detecting surveillance that may be used in gathering intelligence to carry out kidnapping and assassination attempts. Successful trainees will be able to execute overt and covert operations for evading, deterring or gathering intelligence on sophisticated surveillance teams.
ISS Training Limited
Riverside Cottages
Nidd Walk
Pateley Bridge
Harrogate
HG3 5NA
United Kingdom
011-44-1423-712265
intelsecurity.co.uk
Stalker and Paparazzi Counter-surveillance (Icon Services Corporation)
For those who are protecting celebrity and VIP principals, physical assault is only one concern. They also must be well-versed in stalker and paparazzi detection. Icon Services Corporation offers a five-day course on detecting stalkers and paparazzi in business, celebrity and high-profile VIP industry sectors. Topics include stalker pattern recognition, covert methods to detect surveillance, covert protection methodologies and case studies.
Icon Services Corporation
1043 Grand Avenue
Suite 312
Saint Paul, MN 55105
651-695-8778
industry-icon.com
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