Quick answer
A good close protection officer is calm, observant and discreet. Core skills include situational awareness, first aid, safe driving, communication, route planning and the judgement to avoid trouble rather than react to it. Ask providers how they train and assess their officers, not only how they look.
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- Awareness and judgement beat size.
- First aid and driving matter.
- Discretion and manners count.
- Ask how officers are assessed.
01Key skills
AwarenessSpotting problems early
First aidImmediate help before medical care
DrivingSafe, calm and defensive
CommunicationClear, short and calm
PlanningRoutes, timings and backups
DiscretionQuiet, polite and trustworthy
02How to check
- Ask for training records and certificates
- Ask for scenarios: how would you handle a road block?
- Meet the team lead before the job
Compare with a standard security guards role in executive protection vs security guard.
03Frequently asked questions
Do officers need to be large?
No. Good judgement and awareness matter more than size.
Do your officers speak English and Swahili?
Language needs are confirmed in the proposal.
