Armoured Car Guard Protective Services Workers
SaveWhat Does an Armoured Car Guard Do?
Armoured car guards ensure the safe transportation of valuable items such as money between locations like stores and banks. They load and unload the vehicle, handle the documentation of the transfer, deliver the items to the correct location and respond quickly to robberies, according to the security protocol in place. They may also handle guns and drive the armoured car.
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Where Do I Start?
Security Threats
Types of threats to public and private security such as unauthorised entry, aggressive behaviour, molestation, robbery, theft, assault, kidnapping, murder and public demonstration.
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These are common skills for this role. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box — use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become an Armoured Car Guard
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialSecurity Threats knowledge
Types of threats to public and private security such as unauthorised entry, aggressive behaviour, molestation, robbery, theft, assault, kidnapping, murder and public demonstration.
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EssentialComply With The Principles Of Self-defence skill
Observe the principles according to which a person should only use so much force as is required to repel an attack. The use of deadly force is limited to situations …
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EssentialEnsure Regulatory Compliance Concerning Distribution Activities skill
Meet the rules, policies and laws that govern transportation and distribution activities.
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EssentialHandle Delivered Packages skill
Administer delivered packages and ensure that they all reach their destination in time.
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EssentialLiaise With Security Authorities skill
Respond quickly to security incidents and violations by calling the police and keep in touch with other relevant parties involved in the potential prosecution of the offender.
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EssentialManage Major Incidents skill
Take immediate action to respond to major incidents that affect the safety and security of individuals in private or public places such as road accidents.
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EssentialManage Theft Prevention skill
Apply theft and robbery prevention; monitor security surveillance equipment; enforce security procedures if needed.
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EssentialPractice Vigilance skill
Practice vigilance during patrol or other surveillance activities in order to ensure safety and security, to look out for suspicious behaviour or other alarming changes in patterns or activities, and …
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EssentialLoad Cargo skill
Gather goods to be transported and place them in a transportation vehicle.
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EssentialMaintain Vehicle Delivery Documentation skill
Ensure that vehicle delivery documents are made up accurately and on time.
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EssentialManage Cash Transportation skill
Manage the appropriate and safe transportation of cash.
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EssentialMonitor Security Measures skill
Oversee and control the implementation of prevention, security, and surveillance measures in order to assess their effectiveness and to make adjustments in case of unsatisfactory results.
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EssentialProvide Secured Transportation skill
Manage secured transportation of cash or other valuable cargo, like securities, jewellery or important individuals.
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EssentialUnload Cargo skill
Handle safe unloading of goods from transportation vehicles.
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Optional Skills (5 of 16 displayed)
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OptionalSurveillance Methods knowledge
Surveillance methods used in the gathering of information and intelligence for investigation purposes.
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OptionalLegal Requirements Related To Ammunition knowledge
Legal regulations and requirements in the field of selling, buying, handling and storing ammunition.
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OptionalDeal With Aggressive Behaviour skill
Respond promptly to adverse behaviour in a professional manner by taking appropriate and legal action to prevent further aggressiveness, such as verbal warning, lawful removal from the premises or apprehension …
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OptionalDevelop Contingency Plans For Emergencies skill
Compose procedures outlining specific actions to be taken in the event of an emergency, taking into account all the risks and dangers that could be involved, ensuring that the plans …
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OptionalDrive Vehicles skill
Be able to drive vehicles; have the approapriate type of driving license according to the type of motor vehicle used.
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OptionalEnsure Compliance With Types Of Weapons skill
Use different kinds of firearms and other types of weapons and their matching ammunition, in compliance with legal requirements.
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OptionalHandle Conflicts skill
Mediate in conflicts and tense situations by acting between parties, such as service users, important others like families, and institutions, striving to effect an agreement, reconciliate, and resolve problems.
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OptionalHandle Surveillance Equipment skill
Monitor surveillance equipment to observe what people are doing in a given area and ensure their safety.
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OptionalOperate Radio Equipment skill
Set up and operate radio devices and accessories, such as broadcast consoles, amplifiers, and microphones. Understand the basics of radio operator language and, when necessary, provide instruction in handling radio …
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OptionalProvide First Aid skill
Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation or first aid in order to provide help to a sick or injured person until they receive more complete medical treatment.
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OptionalReact Calmly In Stressful Situations skill
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OptionalRestrain Individuals skill
Restrain, or control by force, individuals who violate regulations in terms of acceptable behaviour, who present a threat to others, and who perform acts of violence, to ensure the individual …
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OptionalAcquire Licences For The Use Of Weapons skill
When using weapons, coordinate with technical staff on legal aspects such as licenses, authorisations and assurances related to weapons and munition used.
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OptionalCoordinate Transportation skill
Scheduling of transportation operations.
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OptionalPrepare Transportation Routes skill
Prepare routes by chosing the best possible way and foresee adjustments in case of need, by providing additional running time or adapting capacity and timing in response to changes in …
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OptionalUse Modern Electronic Navigational Aids skill
Use modern navigational aids such as GPS and radar systems.
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