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The Security Officer Registration Act (SORA) is the state law that applies to all security guards in the State of New Jersey. SORA requires security guards to take training from a licensed SORA trainer, register with the NJ State Police and carry their registration cards at all times while on duty. While a security officer is on duty, the employer must notify the NJ State Police of any changes that occur in his or her status, including disciplinary action and termination. The supervisor must complete a performance review of the guard.
The Security Officer Registration Act (SORA) is the state law that applies to all security guards in the State of New Jersey.
The Security Officer Registration Act (SORA) is the state law that applies to all security guards in the State of New Jersey. It requires security guards to take training from a licensed SORA trainer, carry their registration cards at all times, and comply with other requirements designed to protect both your personal safety as well as public safety.
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SORA requires security guards to take training from a licensed SORA trainer.
SORA requires all security guards to take training from a licensed SORA trainer. This is to ensure that they have the knowledge and skills required by law. The requirements for this training vary depending on whether or not the guard has been licensed before, and whether or not there have been any major changes in their duties.
For example, if you’re applying for your first license as a security guard and have never received SORA training before:
- You must complete your initial SORA training within 30 days of being hired as a security guard by an employer that employs you full-time.
- You must complete your initial SORA training within 90 days after becoming employed with an employer who employs less than 50 full-time employees (unless otherwise specified).
SORA requires security guards to carry their registration cards at all times.
Security guards must carry their registration cards at all times.
The card must be visible to the public and available for inspection by any law enforcement officer on request.
While a security officer is on duty, the employer must notify the NJ State Police of any changes that occur in his or her status, including disciplinary action and termination.
If a security officer is no longer employed by an employer, the employer must notify the NJ State Police within five business days of his or her termination. If a security officer has been disciplined for violating any law or rule, and/or has been convicted of a crime that could have an impact on their ability to perform their duties as a security officer (such as driving under the influence), then this information must also be reported. In addition to this reporting requirement, employers must also provide training for all employees who are required to carry firearms. However, it is important to note that if any changes occur in status during your employment period (i.e., you get married or divorced), you do not need to notify the NJ State Police; instead simply notify your employer right away so they are aware of the change before they submit their annual report.
The supervisor must complete a performance review of the guard.
The supervisor must document their review of the guard’s performance in writing. The supervisor must keep this documentation for at least three years, and it must be:
- On-site
- Securely maintained
SORA is the New Jersey law that protects security officers and the public they serve.
SORA is the New Jersey law that applies to all security guards in the State of New Jersey. As a licensed and certified SORA instructor, I can help you take your first steps toward becoming a qualified, registered and legally protected security officer.
SORA requires all security officers to complete training from an approved SORA Trainer or attend an approved SORA school. After completing their training, officers must register for their license before beginning work as a security guard or risk losing their job with their employer if caught working without being properly licensed and trained by the state of NJ (which could lead to criminal charges).
Conclusion
SORA is a state law that requires security officers to be trained and registered. It also requires employers to keep track of their guards’ status and discipline them if necessary. This way, the public can feel safe knowing that there are only qualified people patrolling our streets.