More than 15 years ago, when the Emirate of Dubai realised the important role that can be played by the private security sector to assist and support government efforts aimed at reducing crimes and threats imposed by global social, economic and technological changes. Thus, working towards achieving a more secure and safe society. An integrated private security sector was established governed by laws and legislations placing great emphasis on professional training and skills development for all security personnel in the different fields and disciplines of the security industry.