SIA Top-Up Refresher Training in Bristol for Security Guards
Need to renew your SIA Security Guard licence in Bristol? This in-person, one-day Top-Up Refresher course is essential to maintain your licence and remain compliant with the updated SIA regulations introduced in April 2025.
The course revisits key areas, including emergency procedures, enhanced safety protocols, and updated search techniques — critical skills for Security Guards working in retail, hospitality venues, or construction zones. You’ll also learn how to carry out lawful and effective searches in line with current SIA guidance.
Our Bristol venue is ideally located for learners from local areas such as Bedminster, Bishopston, and Southville. With flexible dates and fast certificate turnaround, you can complete your renewal without the hassle of leaving the city.
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Why Choose Our Bristol Security Guard Refresher?
- ✓ Prime city-centre venue — quick access from areas like Southville, Montpelier, and Clifton Down
- ✓ Taught by expert instructors with real-world experience in guarding, patrolling, and access control
- ✓ SIA-approved content — includes essential First Aid training for licence renewal
- ✓A complimentary mock test is included to build confidence before your final assessment
- ✓ Efficient one-day schedule — perfect for those balancing shift work or other commitments
- ✓ Flexible course availability — pick a date that works best for your timetable
- ✓ Relevant for static, retail, concierge, and mobile patrol roles
- ✓ Highly rated by security professionals renewing licences across Bristol and beyond
Where Will the Security Guard Refresher Course Take Place in Bristol?
The SIA Top-Up Refresher Training for Security Guards in Bristol is held at a trusted venue in the heart of the city. Whether you're travelling by train, bus, or car, our location is easily accessible and ideal for learners based in or around Bristol who want a straightforward and convenient licence renewal process.
- Roughly a 10-minute walk from Bristol Temple Meads Station — direct links to Weston-super-Mare, Bath, and Gloucester
- Close to local bus stops served by routes like 75, 76, and M1 Metrobus
- Easy access by car via Temple Way and A4044, with paid parking nearby
- Cafés, shops, and supermarkets are nearby for easy access during breaks
How to Reach the Training Venue
Located in central Bristol, the venue is well-connected and simple to find, whether you're commuting locally or coming from a nearby town:
🚆 By Train:
Arrive at Bristol Temple Meads Station and walk towards Old Market, or take a short local bus or taxi ride. Trains run frequently from nearby cities, including Bath and Weston-super-Mare.
🚌 By Bus:
City centre services such as the 75, 76, and M1 Metrobus stop near Old Market and Castle Street — both within a few minutes' walk of the venue.
🚗 By Car:
Drive in via the A4044 or Temple Way. Paid parking is available at Temple Gate, Gardiner Haskins, and Newbridge Street. Full address details are shared upon booking.
Areas Near Bristol That Our Learners Travel From
This course draws learners from across Bristol and nearby towns in the South West. Whether you work in warehouse security, retail guarding, or construction patrols, our central venue makes your Top-Up training easily accessible.
Common Locations Our Learners Travel From:
North of Bristol
- Stoke Gifford – approx. 25 mins via A4174 / Local bus and train access
- Bradley Stoke – approx. 30 mins via M32 and Great Stoke Way
- Severn Beach – approx. 35 mins via M5 or train / Coastal commuter route
South of Bristol
- Hartcliffe – approx. 20 mins via A4174 / Frequent bus connections
- Withywood – approx. 25 mins via A38 / Local access routes
- Chew Magna – approx. 35 mins via A37 / Popular rural commuter village
East of Bristol
- Staple Hill – approx. 25 mins via Fishponds Road / Served by buses
- Downend – approx. 30 mins via M32 / Well-connected suburb
- Pucklechurch – approx. 35 mins via A4174 / Semi-rural access point
West of Bristol
- Shirehampton – approx. 20 mins via A4 / Local train and bus services
- Ashton Vale – approx. 15 mins via A370 / Near central Bristol
- Avonmouth – approx. 30 mins via Portway / Ideal for industrial security staff
🕒 Estimated travel times are based on standard conditions and may vary with traffic or public transport schedules.
What’s Covered in the Training
This one-day course focuses on the latest SIA-mandated modules essential for renewing your Security Guard licence. It helps you refresh your core skills and remain compliant with current industry regulations.
📘 What You’ll Learn: These topics are based on real security situations and are designed to keep you confident and ready on the job.
- Search Techniques and Legal Boundaries
Learn how to conduct lawful, respectful searches of individuals or property, including your rights and responsibilities when permission is denied.
- Safeguarding and Identifying Vulnerability
Learn how to identify when someone may be at risk and respond sensitively and appropriately.
- Dealing With Modern-Day Threats
Strengthen your knowledge of counter-terror strategies like 'Run, Hide, Tell' and learn how to manage emergencies or suspicious activity with confidence.
Security Officer Jobs in Bristol
Completing your Security Guard Top-Up Refresher in Bristol enables you to continue working in licensed roles across various public and private settings throughout the region.
Security Guards in Bristol often work in roles such as:
- Retail guarding at Clifton Down Shopping Centre, Eastgate Retail Park, and Whiteladies Road outlets
- Reception and security cover for serviced offices or housing blocks in the Redcliffe and Temple Meads areas
- Site security for industrial parks around Avonmouth and St Philips Causeway
- Public safety support at libraries, museums, and other local authority-managed spaces
Whether you’re keeping your badge current or returning to security work, this refresher supports your eligibility across the South West.
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is designed for licensed professionals who hold (or recently held) an SIA Security Guard licence. It's ideal for:
- Those whose SIA Security Officer licence is expiring within the next 4 months
- Former license holders whose badge expired less than 3 years ago
- Returning professionals who want to rejoin the industry without retaking the full course
⚠️ If your licence expired over 3 years ago, you must complete the full SIA Security Guard course to be eligible again. The refresher alone won’t meet SIA requirements.
SIA Top-Up Training Near You in Bristol (Security Guard Refresher)
If you’re based in Bristol or the wider area, this one-day Top-Up Refresher course offers a fast, local route to renew your licence and meet the latest security standards — all without unnecessary travel or disruption.
With flexible dates and a centrally located training facility, it’s the wise choice for working security professionals.
