Close Protection Services
The misconceived perception of the typical close protection operative (CPO) or bodyguard, is often that of a heavily built steroid taking, shaven headed hard nut who dwarfs over their client whilst handing off the paparazzi and other interested parties whilst looking overly alert in a nice dark suit and the inevitable dark shades. We have all seen this type of character stereotypically portrayed in a movie, or working at the Oscars and other red carpet ceremonies ploughing their way through the crowd. In reality this type of bodyguard actually doubles up at a fashion accessory or stage prop where the principal (client) wants to employ this type of operative to attract attention to themselves and hype up their own self importance.
This type of executive protection provision is far removed from real close protection and professional service that we deliver to our clients.
At Sec-Tech our approach is always to ensure the minimal attention is drawn to our clients as we go about our business of looking after them and their loved ones. From start to finish everything we do is planned and documented correctly to ensure any risk is mitigated down to the absolute minimum. The correct resource for any protective assignment will be identified by careful intelligence gathering to obtain the true facts regarding any potential threat.
Discreet, professional, confidential protection with the minimal disruption to a client's private and business life and their movements is what we do, and we do it very well. At Sec-Tech we are now in our fourth consecutive year as an approved contractor by the Security Industry Authority to provide close protection services. All of our home office regulated and licenced close protection operatives are consummate professionals mostly drawn from former police or military backgrounds.
The greatest compliment we ever had was "I don't know what I pay you for, nothing ever happens". Thank you very much Mr. Client, our job is to ensure nothing ever happens.
Careful planning with relevant contingencies, understanding the clients lifestyle and routines, providing bespoke security provision and solutions with consummate professionals, is something that we are justifiably proud of and in our industry our expertise in this field has been recognised by our peers and has resulted in our inclusion onto the Security Industry Authority (SIA) strategy and standards group to best represent the executive protection sector in the UK. We are greatly complimented by this as we believe it shows that the SIA recognises that we know how to protect people and as an organisation we have been recognised as a top drawer service provider.
Close Protection Services aren't just for the rich and famous, captains of industry or high net worth individuals we also provide security and piece of mind for individuals and companies when they know a threat is real and they have a duty of care to their employees in given circumstances. For example we regularly provide CP provision to insolvency and administration practices to look after their staff whilst dealing with a business administration and they know their staff will be unwelcome visitors to a company in difficult times.
In circumstances when the police may be required to attend an incident, who better to deal with the police than former police officers who all talk the same language. In fact all our documentation is written to Association of Chief Police Officer (ACPO) standards by former police officers in a format that any court civil or criminal understands and accepts. With our service you can be rest assured that other close protection companies will not be able to match our expertise and we take huge pride in being able to offer executive protection to our customers, whether it's in the UK or worldwide.
From a single operative to a full close protection team, we can provide you with a world class service. Fully licenced, correctly insured and compliant with home office SIA regulation, we are here to help and are at your service.
What our clients say
Security is a serious issue with no insurance cover for stress and loss of sentimental value let alone
Security is a serious issue. There is no insurance that covers for stress, losses of sentimental value, injury or even loss of life - Andy and the directors of Sec-Tech were a warm and welcome choice in the shadowy world of close personal and asset protection - their professionalism is borne out by their high profile contracts yet low profile presence which is what security should be all about - 'reliable protection not cold intrusion'
They can be recommended for the job in hand no matter how big or complex'
W Kidd
Managing Director - The All Group of Companies.
Sec-Tech delivered a bespoke, discreet and confidential security plan to protect the Intellectual Property of patent protected dedicated technology that was developed over a period of ten years. The company's professionalism and integrity was second to none and their services have been invaluable to my organisation. Sec-Tech also provided the executives of the company with specific security advice and training including when travelling overseas specifically to the Middle East. I cannot speak highly enough of the Sech-Tech team, its strategy, planning and operational conduct.
Paul A Smith
Managing Director - Third Eye Technologies - www.blueroomisv.com
The nature of PR means that you work hard to create a positive spin for your clients, but no such enterprises are necessary when it comes to the work carried out by Sec-Tech.
I have used the company on both a professional and personal basis and the level of service and the discretion employed in getting the information you need is incomparable.
The credentials of those employed by Sec-Tech are impeccable – but that only tells half the story.
A grasp of your requirements, a sympathetic but professional approach and quick and effective results are just some of the reasons why I always come back to Sec-Tech - and why I’ve no hesitation in recommending them to other clients, colleagues and friends who need these kind of services.
Even as the company has grown and deservedly won bigger and more prestigious clients they still have time to give smaller (and much less lucrative!) jobs their dedicated attention.
I have been overwhelmed – and delighted – with the results provided to me and have been able to make highly effective use of the information.
In a job where promotion of clients is what we do, it is a pleasure to be able to hand-on-heart recommend an organisation and promise that no money has changed hands for doing so!
Bernice Saltzer
Managing Director - Sorted Public Relations and Event Management Ltd
2mb International Soccer Management are proud to be associated with Sec-Tech, I can voice testimony from both a client and personal customer point of view, our companies ethos are based on the same criteria Integrity Transparency and Honesty, I would have no hesitations in introducing the Sec-Tech team.
Jimmy Carter - CEO - 2MB International Soccer Management www.2mbsm.com
We've used Sec Tech on numerous occasions to protect high value goods in transit and also for family security briefs for the Company Directors regarding office and home security. We have always found them to be discreet and considerate to the people around them, professional and effective. The training and advice they have given us is a big reassurance which you can't really put a value on.
Paul Swords - MD - Skye IT
"I was first introduced to Andy Redhead and his team at Sec-Tech about four years ago via the recommendation of a trusted business associate. At the time there was an issue with a part of my business in the UK that required a discreet professional solution. Andy and his team provided that solution in a swift and comprehensive manner. Since then his team have delivered both close protection, investigative and surveillance work for me in the UK, Europe, South Africa and Mozambique to protect my business and investment interests. If you have a security issues or problems that require addressing then I recommend you contact Sec-Tech, where they will have the solution you are looking for and give you the security of being able to sleep at night should you require them to protect you or your property from people who think they have a right to what is actually yours!"
Alistair Flanagan (Serial entrepreneur)
My UK based international logistics company was recently faced with significant downsizing and re-structuring in order to survive. This resulted in about 70 redundancies and around 50 tractor units and many more trailers having to be returned to finance companies. All this had to happen whilst the remainder of the company continued to operate and trade. I knew that we needed help to continue trading safely and to ensure the safety of my staff and fellow Directors.
Sec-Tech UK had been recommended to me. They came, listened and gave me advice and recommendations. We took the recommendations and for two weeks their staff dealt with everything for us. They looked after us, my staff, my warehouses, stock, the wagon and trailer fleet, in fact they took all of my headaches away. The security team from Sec Tech were consumate professionals from start to finish I can't recommend them highly enough.
Anonymous. MD and owner of Logistics company.
Having used Sec-Tech UK Limited for the first time on an automotive event I would not hesitate using them again - from the moment I left the venue I knew that everything was in the safest of hands.
In today's marketplace it is rare to work with such a professional company that immediately understands exactly what is required from the client.
It has been an absolute pleasure working with the Sec-Tech team, all are excellent ambassadors for your organisation and I look forward to working with them again soon.
David Steele
Senior Logistics Manager - Jack Morton Worldwide Limited
We have been working with Sec-Tech since 2008. Andy Redhead and his team have listened to and been responsive to our particular security needs - they understand how we work and how they can support us. I have always found them courteous, effective and unfailingly professional and they provide us with the reassurance we need to be able to do our job.
Sarah Philp
Head of Programmes - the Art Fund
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