This Mobile Patrol & Site Checks SOP (Safe Operating Procedure) covers conducting a security patrol on foot or by vehicle. It sets out pre-shift checks of your licence, devices and site alerts, following the patrol route and checkpoints, checking fencing, doors, lighting, alarms and CCTV, spotting hazards, approaching or reporting suspicious activity safely, and end of shift reporting and handover. It's written by WHS specialists, aligned to Australian WHS legislation, and fully editable in Microsoft Word.
Who it's for
Security companies and mobile patrol services
Static and mobile security officers
Shopping centres, industrial estates and business parks
Construction sites with after-hours patrols
Councils, schools and facility managers
Use it to
Train and induct workers in exactly how you expect the task to be done
Keep a clear reference at the machine, in the vehicle or on site
Record competency with the built-in sign-off
Show clients, insurers and auditors your safe work methods are written down
What this SOP covers
Assault, aggression or threats from intruders or the public
Working alone with limited access to help
Slips and trips on uneven, wet or poorly lit routes
Vehicles, plant and gates in car parks and loading docks
Guard dogs and wildlife
Damaged electrical equipment or exposed wiring found on a patrol
Strain from opening heavy gates, doors and roller doors
Fatigue from night shifts and long patrols
What's included
6 pre-operational checks, from your security licence and lone worker check-in to site alerts and the patrol vehicle
An 8-step operating procedure covering checkpoints, perimeter and equipment checks, hazards, suspicious activity and reporting
Energy control guidance for reporting and barricading damaged electrical equipment found on a patrol
5 shutdown, housekeeping and post-operation steps
Emergency actions for intruders, aggressive or armed people, fires, gas leaks and medical emergencies
PPE checklist and a list of related documents
Competency acknowledgement and worker sign-off
Space for your logo, SOP number, version and review dates
Why use this template
Saves hours compared with writing an SOP from a blank page
Written as clear, numbered steps that workers can follow on the job
Fully editable, so you can match it to your equipment, site and how your team works
The competency sign-off gives you a training record from day one
How it works
Buy online and download straight away. You'll also get an email with your link.
Add your logo, company name, SOP number and dates.
Check it suits your equipment and site, and edit anything you need to.
Train your workers and have them sign the competency acknowledgement.
Need more than one SOP?
This SOP is also included in the Ultimate Security Services SOP Bundle. At $197 for the whole bundle, it works out much cheaper than buying SOPs one at a time.
Common questions
Does it cover duress alarm response?
No. Lone worker check-ins and duress response are covered by the Lone Worker Check-In & Duress Response SOP, which this SOP refers to.
Does it cover use of force?
No. Officers are told not to approach alone where there's any risk of confrontation. Limits on use of force are set out in your Security Operations, Use of Force and Conflict Management procedure.
Does it include a security licence check?
Yes. Officers confirm their training, security licence and authorisation to patrol the site are current before the shift.
Can I change it?
Yes. It's a Microsoft Word file, so you can add, remove or change any step, check or hazard, and add your own logo and details.
Does it suit my state?
Yes. It's written to the model WHS laws and suits all states and territories, including Victoria under the OHS Act and Regulations.
What if it doesn't suit my work?
You're covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee if it isn't fit for purpose.
