- PSA LICENCE NO. 02946
Public Sector Security in Ireland - Councils, Schools, Hospitals & Government Buildings
Vigilant provides reliable public sector security in Ireland for state facilities. Our trained public sector security guards protect councils, clinics, and schools. They also provide 24/7 cover.
Why Public Sector Sites in Ireland Require Physical Security Guards?
Public sector security in Ireland helps keep civic buildings safe. Our on-site officers protect staff and check who comes in. They also watch site boundaries to stop unauthorised entry.
Our teams help prevent disruption, so public services can stay open to residents. Also, licensed officers follow site rules. They keep public counters calm and staff workrooms secure.
Public Sector Sites Covered Across Ireland
We provide public sector security services in Ireland at many types of public sites. Each site has its own needs. So, we plan physical security checks to protect people and assets.
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Local Councils and Municipal Offices
Our officers manage council desks and watch public meetings. They also provide security services for councils.
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Healthcare and Hospital Campuses
Trained guards help in busy emergency rooms and protect medical staff. They also support hospital security in visitor waiting areas.
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Schools and Colleges
Officers watch student arrival times and check contractor badges at main gates. They also support school security during term time.
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Government Buildings and Civic Centres
Guards secure office buildings and manage delivery bays. They also provide government building security for staff.
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Public Libraries and Cultural Venues
Our friendly officers help stop anti-social conduct and watch study spaces. They also support library security for visitors.
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Gatehouse and Public Facility Perimeters
Officers manage entry barriers and record vehicle numbers. They also provide gatehouse security for open council yards.
Patrol Operations and Inspection Tasks Included
Public Sector Security Solutions Included;
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On-Site Security Officers: On-Site Security Officers at entrances, public counters and gatehouses, for daytime or 24/7 cover.
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Reception and Visitor Management: Visitor ID checks, sign-in and passes at reception for council and government buildings.
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Mobile Patrols and Holiday Lock-Up: Scheduled visits for smaller sites, schools during holidays and buildings after hours with our mobile patrol service.
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Keyholding and Alarm Response: Officers attend alarms and lock up public buildings out of hours as part of our keyholding and alarm response service.
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CCTV and Remote Monitoring: 24/7 CCTV monitoring of public buildings from our own Dublin control centre.
How Our Public Sector Guarding Service Starts
Working With Public Bodies, Listed below;
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Site Survey and Risk Review
First, we visit your site and meet your facilities team. Together, we agree on your security needs.
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Clear Assignment Instructions
Next, we write clear instructions for each post. These include who to contact and how to report events.
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Garda-Vetted, PSA-Licensed Officers
Every officer is Garda vetted. This is important for schools and healthcare sites.
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Reporting and Contract Reviews
We provide incident reports. We also hold regular reviews with your contract manager.
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Tender Support
We can help with tender documents and site surveys during procurement.
Why Public Bodies Choose Vigilant
Councils, schools and healthcare sites choose Vigilant as their public sector security company. They value vetted officers and clear accountability.
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PSA Licence Number 02946
All our security patrol work follows Private Security Authority rules in Ireland.
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Supervisor Audits
Field supervisors check patrol standards on site. As a result, quality checks do not rely on reports alone.
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Dedicated Account Contact
One named contact handles rota changes, report questions and site updates.
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Trained Patrol Drivers
Before their first shift, we brief drivers on site safety, lone work and incident reports.
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Regular Patrol Teams
Regular drivers get to know your site. So, they can spot changes and defects faster.
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Marked Patrol Vehicles
Marked vehicles help deter unwanted activity each time they visit the site.
Legal Framework and PSA Compliance in Ireland
The Private Security Authority regulates security firms under the Private Security Services Act 2004. Our officers hold PSA licences and QQI Level 4 security training. We also follow the PSA 28:2013 standard for guarding.
Nationwide Fleet Coverage Across Ireland
We run our service from our Dublin office. We provide public sector security and government security across Dublin and Ireland, including Cork, Galway and Limerick.
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Patrol Pricing Factors
What affects cost: The number of sites and officers, hours of cover (daytime, 24/7, holidays), services needed (guarding, patrols, keyholding, monitoring), and contract length.
What we need for a quote: Site addresses, hours of cover, current security arrangements, and any tender requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are clear answers about response times, reports and service duties.
Which Irish licence must security guards hold on public sector property?
Officers on Irish public property must hold an active Private Security Authority licence. Staff also complete QQI training. They carry valid identity cards on every shift to meet legal rules.
Can public bodies book physical security guards for short notice cover?
Yes, we can arrange short-notice cover for public buildings, based on site needs. First, our team checks site access rules. Then, we arrange licensed guards for your building.
How do public sector managers verify daily guard patrol rounds?
Officers scan digital checkpoints as they check site boundaries. Each morning, site managers get electronic shift reports. These show patrol times, visitor numbers and any incidents at the site boundary.
What duties do physical security officers perform at public reception desks?
Guards check visitor identity badges, manage queues and inspect incoming bags. They also keep visitor sign-in records. In addition, they issue staff passes and guide the public safely inside.
Can you provide security during school holidays?
Yes, we provide holiday lock-up, patrols and alarm response while schools and colleges are closed.
Arrange Public Sector Security in Ireland
Talk to us about security for your council, school, hospital or government building.
