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Global Risk Solutions CEO Danny Cluskey on
deployment in East Timor with the ARW
A member of GRS on K9 security training
of Ireland) which Global Risk Solutions instructors are accred-
ited through.
"In addition to PSA training, we also provide courses for
those looking to work with the SIA (the UK's Security Industry
Authority), and for those wanting to work as MSOs (Maritime
Security Operatives) the only Office of Qualifications and
Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) accredited qualification
based directly on the new international standard for private
maritime security companies."
Global Risk Solutions director, Nigel McCormack, also a
former member of the ARW, said: "Our PSA course is delivered
through a blended approach with both classroom instruction
and home based study. The
program is 150 hours, with 50
hours of classroom instruction.
GRS can package this training
with cardiac first responder
(CFR) training and manual
handling training enabling
applicants to be employable
straight away when they re-
ceive their licence from the PSA.
"We have purpose built class-
rooms that can accommodate
up to 40 people and provide
our trainers with the ideal
training environment.
"Wherever possible we offer
discounts on our courses to
members and former members
of the Defence Forces."
As well as offering training
courses, Global Risk Solu-
tions also provides a manned
security service; global risk
consultancy; investigation
and surveillance; and mobile
security in residential and
industrial areas. They also
specialise in close protection
and executive protection for
an array of clients, including
corporations, government agencies, dignitaries, celebrities,
individuals and families.
Danny said: "Close protection typically involves a 24/7 pres-
ence with the aim of deterring any threat as well as physi-
cally protecting the client if necessary. Our 14-day training
course costs €2,500 and is City & Guilds certified."
For more information contact Global Risk Solutions, Blyry
Business & Commercial Park, Athlone, Co Westmeath.
www.globalrisksolutions.ie, www.globalriskinternational.com
/ info@globalrisksolutions.ie / Ph: +353 906 409080
