SAIDSA Online Training
Available courses
Course 1 - (MODULE 1) - Intruder Alarm Fundamentals

This course gives a comprehensive overview of the Electronic Security Industry in South Africa, covering the various disciplines, Legislative requirements and the functioning of SAIDSA, PSIRA, ESDA and ICASA.
The course also covers the basic components of an alarm system and their function as well as correct product selection and dealing with False Alarms.
This is module 1 of 4 for SAIDSA competency in Intruder Alarms
Course 1 - (Module 2) - Intruder Detection Theory

This course explains the technology of intruder detection products and how each product functions. It covers Passive infrared detectors, Passive/Microwave combinations, Glassbreak Detection, Magnetic door contacts and Active Infrared.
This is module 2 of 4 for SAIDSA competency in Intruder Alarms
Course 1 - (MODULE 3) - Intruder Alarm Installations

This course will guide you through the installation techniques required to install an intruder alarm system to a SAIDSA Bylaw 5 standard and also covers voltage drops, Resistor Colour codes and End-of-Line resistance.
This is Module 3 of 4 for SAIDSA competency in Intruder Alarms
Course 2 - Technical Sales (Intruder Alarms)

The technical sales course is designed to give Sales Consultants a deeper understanding of Alarm Components, Correct Detector selection and alarm technology and is loaded with sales techniques specifically geared for the Intruder alarm industry
This is a stand-alone module for Sales Consultants
Course 3 - (MODULE 1) - Video Surveillance Fundamentals

This module covers the fundamentals in CCTV and Video Surveillance and includes camera types and application, lighting requirements, Imaging principles, Operational Requirements, Risk Categories and Lens selection
This is module 1 of 4 for SAIDSA competency in CCTV
Course 3 - (MODULE 3) Video Surveillance Planning & Installations

This module teaches correct cable selection, Video Baluns, Power supplies, Cable and camera protection, IP Ratings, Camera placement, Installation guidelines and Distance calculations.
This is module 3 of 4 for SAIDSA competency in CCTV
Course 3 - (MODULE 4) - Advanced Video Surveillance Techniques

This module covers IP Technology, Networking, IP cameras, Video Recording, Bandwidth principles, Motion Detection, Video switching, Transmission mediums, Video Management and Analytics, Fault-finding, Testing and Commission.
This is module 4 of 4 for SAIDSA competency in CCTV
COURSE 4 - TECHNICAL SALES (CCTV)
This technical sales course is designed to give Sales Consultants a deeper understanding of CCTV and Video Surveillance, Correct camera selection and Operational Requirements and is loaded with sales techniques specifically geared for the Video Surveillance industry
THIS COURSE IS A STAND-ALONE MODULE FOR SALES CONSULTANTS
Course 5 - Intruder Alarms for Insurance Assessors
This course is designed to give Insurance Assessors an understanding of the workings of Intruder Alarm systems and their components in order to minimise the risk facing the Insurance Industry. The course includes Alarm Components, Correct Detector selection and alarm technology as well as best practice and SAIDSA standards.
This is a stand-alone course for Insurance Assessors
Course 6 - (MODULE 1) - Fire Detection Fundamentals
This is an advanced course in Fire Detection. The course covers the Terminology, Principles
of fire detection, Categories and legislative requirements of a fire alarm system and their function as well as correct product selection.
Due to its complexity, It is highly recommended that the learner completes the 4 modules of Intruder Alarms before attempting this course.
This is module 1 of 3 for SAIDSA competency in Fire Detection.
Module 4 (Fire System design) is designated for the design of Fire Detection systems.
Course 6 - (MODULE 3) - Fire Detection System Commissioning, Handover and Maintenance
This module consists of all the reccomendations and requirements for Commissioning,
Handover and Maintenance of an installed Fire Detection System and includes sample forms and certificates.
This is Module 3 of 3 for SAIDSA Competency in Fire Detection

(MODULE 1) - COURSE 8
Central Station (Control Room) Operator - Requirements for a Security Service Provider
This course gives a comprehensive overview of the function of a Central Station operator and
includes all legislative requirements such as SAIDSA, PSIRA, POPI Act, PAIA and Employment agreements.
This is module 1 of 4 for SAIDSA competency as a Central Station Operator
(MODULE 2) - COURSE 8
Central Station (Control Room) Operator - Health and Safety
This module covers work safety and the identification of hazards and risks, legal frameworks, Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), Fire protection, Bomb threats and chemical spills.
This is module 2 of 4 for SAIDSA competency as a Central Station Operator
(MODULE 3) - COURSE 8
Central Station (Control Room) Operator - Operate within a Central Station
This course covers the introduction to Central Stations as well as the duties to be carried out by a Central Station operator. The preperation of the workstation as well as hygiene, communication, reporting and teamwork.
This is module 3 of 4 for SAIDSA competency as a Central Station Operator
(MODULE 4) - COURSE 8
Central Station (Control Room) Operate Monitoring Equipment / Workstation
This course gives as overview of the hardware and software usd in a Central Station and the equipment operation.
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are explained as well as the proccessing of information.

This course covers Basic Security Electronics at component level as well as programming principles and fault finding on Intruder alarm systems.
installations, workmanship and responsibility of the installer.
design of a Fire Detection system according to the SANS standard.
design of a Fire Detection system according to the SANS standard.