Security guards and door supervisors across the south east will be equipped with RedWeb Offender ID spray to deter attacks - May 2010
Security guards and door supervisors trained by Canterbury-based Mission Training are being equipped with RedWeb Security's Offender ID spray to deter troublemakers from attacking them or other shoppers, pub and club goers, or passers-by.
Mission Training is training security personnel to use RedWeb's Offender ID - a portable spray that 'tags' an offender so that they can be identified even if they flee the crime scene. It contains RedWeb's redDNA, a unique biosynthetic DNA which has three key identification marks. Firstly the spray is red and so is easy to spot on offenders' clothes or skin (this can last for more than three days). It is also visible under standard UV light and contains a unique encrypted biosynthetic DNA.
The unique DNA in each can of RedWeb Offender ID is registered in an independent database so it can easily be traced to a specific incident. This provides a robust chain of evidence that can help secure convictions and deter criminals. redDNA and Offender ID is accredited by Secured by Design, an initiative which ensures that security equipment meets police standards.
The training offered by Mission Training is specifically aimed at door supervisors, security officers, store detectives, cash in transit operatives, event stewards, close protection officers, community wardens and Police Community Support officers.
Tony Smith, MD, Mission Training, says:
"It's important that security staff who have to defend themselves and others in their everyday work are equipped and trained to do so. We know that RedWeb's Offender ID actively deters criminal activity. The police are supporting this initiative as it will reduce crime in the Kent area."
Tony Smith is also the MD of a large security company based in Kent - Right Guard Security UK Ltd – which provides numerous services including crowd management, licensed trade security teams, close protection officers, guarding services, alarm response and key holding. He says:
"We recognised the fact that security personnel need support to help them carry out what are often dangerous tasks. RedWeb's Offender ID spray is an excellent tool. It has boosted confidence amongst our staff and provided valuable evidence in the constant fight against crime, and aids crime detection. We insist that our support teams are all trained and carry the Offender ID spray while working on any location. Individuals from our other divisions have taken great interest in the product, have attended the course, and now carry the Offender ID spray."
