The Observation and Documentation course is designed to sharpen the most critical skills a security officer needs in the field: what to see, what to record, and how to report it. This course builds the foundation for effective patrols, accurate reporting, and confident decision-making in real-time situations.
Through practical exercises in surveillance, intel gathering, suspicious activity recognition, and report writing, students will learn how to stay alert, communicate clearly, and create legally sound documentation. Officers will also be introduced to monitoring technologies such as security cameras and alarm panels to support situational awareness and response.
This course includes the following modules:
- English as a Second Language
- Observation and Patrol Techniques
- Intel Gathering
- Observing Suspects and Suspicious Activity
- Daily Activity Report Writing
- Incident Report Writing
- Introduction to Security Camera Monitoring
- Introduction to Alarm Panel Monitoring
From identifying suspicious behaviors to writing precise reports supported by evidence and timelines, this course ensures students are prepared to observe, document, and respond to incidents with clarity and professionalism.
