The New Bodyguard Book and Close Protection Training

The New Bodyguard Book - A Practical Guide To The Close Protection Industry

Clearwater is very proud to release 'The New Bodyguard - A Practical Guide To The Close Protection Industry' More commonly referred to as 'Bodyguarding'; the Close Protection Industry is a fascinating and elite world and more relevant in today's unstable climate than ever before.

Author Kevin Horak, who has worked on and managed over 600 Close Protection assignments, here uses his considerable experience to give an insider's view of what is needed to work successfully in the industry. Receiving high praise and critical success, it is filled with insights and practical advice on Close Protection services and the demands of the modern day Close Protection Specialist - explaining in detail of exactly what it takes to succeed in this elite Industry.

The New Bodyguard is a comprehensive training guide for anyone wishing to enter the Industry, anyone already working in Close Protection or those with an interest in the subject.

Giving a frank account of the profession and deconstructing some of the myths and misconceptions, Kevin provides a practical manual of the crucial aspects of Close Protection, including surveillance, firearms, bomb threats, asset protection, relationships with the media and search techniques.

A modern look at a subject rarely covered, The New Bodyguard is written by a highly respected key figure who is still active within the industry, meaning that the book is completely up-to-date with current practises and issues.
Kevin is the President of the Close Protection Federation and Managing Director of Clearwater Special Projects, a specialist security business and one of the largest Close Protection companies in Europe.

Clearwater was the first British company to be approved by the Security Industry Authority (the relevant UK qualification needed to work in Close Protection), and the company is a member of the United Nations Global Compact and also a signatory to the UN Millennium Development Goals.

Acclaim For 'The New Bodyguard'

"I Can Strongly Recommend This Comprehensive Guide Of The Skills, Protocols And Training Required By The Professional Close Protection Operative To Anyone Interested In A Career As A Bodyguard. Based On The Authors Wide Experience It Is THE Essential Introductory Read About This Challenging And Fast Developing Industry"

Sir John Foley KCB OBE MC DL - former Director of the Special Air Service & Former Head Of The Joint Intelligence Committee

"Kevin Horak Is Clearly At The Top Of His Profession In Close Protection. Kevin's Book Is At The Leading Edge In Excellence. It Is Easy To Read, Practical In Detail And Very Down To Earth. I Recommend The Book To Anyone"

Bob Purvis TD FIBC CMC, Managing Director Alpha Intelligence Management Ltd, Providing International Solutions in Resilience, Police, Law Enforcement & Defence

"A Rarity For A Security Book - It's A Practical Guide And Utterly Authorative"

Mark Rowe - Editor - Professional Security Magazine

"An Informative And Entertaining Read With Exceptionally Clear Diagrams And Photographs"

Keith Mexsom - Editor - New Zealand Security Magazine

"Detailed, Informative And Extremely Interesting, Highly Recommended"

Robin Barratt - President - The British Bodyguarding Association

"The New Bodyguard Is An Excellent Tool For Anyone Thinking About Embarking On A Career In Close Protection. Full Of Fascinating Industry Insights, It Also Provides Useful Practical Advice For Close Protection Professionals. As Well As Offering Real Instruction, The Book Is Full Of Anecdotes That Demonstrate The Authors Professional Experience"

Andy Bearpark - Director - British Association Of Private Security Companies

"It Fills All The Gaps And Is Really Comprehensive. Kevin Should Be Very Proud Of This Book"

Peter Consterdine - Respected Close Protection Author

Ordering The New Bodyguard

'The New Bodyguard - A Practical Guide To The Close Protection Industry' can be sent anywhere in the World. Please click here to order the book directly.

Close Protection Training - Selecting A New Career In The Specialist Security Industry

Since 1999 Clearwater have been at the forefront of new developments in The Specialist Security Industry.
Clearwater is a Specialist Company for Specialist people and we have set benchmarks in qualified Close Protection Training.

If you train with us, you will receive a University Qualification that will enable to you apply for a front line license in Close Protection Operations. This license will allow you to work legally in the United Kingdom; furthermore if you are interested in working in hostile environments on contracts that are connected with the Foreign & Commonwealth Office you will need this qualification.

In March 2006 it became the law that you must have a license to work in Front Line Close Protection in the UK, if you train with us (and pass) you will be able to apply for this license to the Security Industry Authority (SIA).

Our training is approved by Buckinghamshire New University and we cover the following on our course.

• Introduction to the roles and responsibilities of the Close Protection Operative
• Threat and risk assessment
• Surveillance awareness
• Operational planning
• Law and legislation
• Interpersonal skills
• Close Protection team work
• Reconnaissance
• Close Protection foot techniques
• Route selection
• Use of Close Protection vehicle techniques
• Search awareness
• Incidents and dilemmas
• Venue based security
• Communication and conflict management skills

Course Location

The course is held at our central base at Netley Hall just outside of Shrewsbury in Shropshire in the middle part of England. Our estate is a perfect learning environment, situated in 160 acres of prime Shropshire countryside. All accommodation is of a luxurious standard - all based at Netley Hall.

Course Length

The course is residential over two weeks and covers more than the minimum of 150 hours of training that is necessary to apply for a license.

Cost

The full cost of the course including accommodation, teaching and exam fees, all ancillaries including VAT is £2,495.00. footnote: Accommodation onsite is self catering.

Armed Forces & Resettlement

We are approved to offer resettlement training by the Career Transition Partnership (CTP) & we are approved by ELCAS for Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC's) - our ELC number is 3039.

For further information regarding Resettlement training please visit: http://www.bodyguarding.co.uk/Services/Close-Protection-Training-Overview/military-resettlement.html

Clearwater is the largest Dedicated Specialist Security trainer in Europe and our name is very well respected across the globe.

Contact Us

If you require any further information about Specialist Security Training and new careers or if you would like to find out more about Clearwater and Specialist Security services please visit: www.clearwaterprojects.com and either select the training or services section.

You can email us at: enquiries@clearwaterprojects.com and we will endeavour to respond back to you within 24 hours Or you can call us directly on: + 44 (0) 1743 719109.