Amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Profession," by adding a new chapter entitled "Minimum Training For Security Officers."

Amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Profession,” by adding a new chapter entitled “Minimum Training For Security Officers.” THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA HEREBY ORDAINS: Section 1. Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code is hereby amended to add the following Chapter 9-6700 as follows: TITLE 9. REGULATION OF BUSINESSES, TRADES AND PROFESSIONS CHAPTER 9-6700. MINIMUM TRAINING FOR SECURITY OFFICERS § 9-6701. Purpose. The purpose of this Chapter is to enhance the safety requirements and standards currently operating in Philadelphia’s private security industry for the benefit of the public by ensuring that buildings are staffed with workers who receive the training necessary to protect its occupants and property. A prohibition on an untrained security workforce and a comprehensive training program will ensure that security officers are equipped with a range of essential skills including, first aid, use of force and alternatives to force, deescalation techniques, community health and wellness, and coordination with police, fire, and emergency personnel during an emergency. § 9-6702. Definitions. (1) “Agency” means the Office of Worker Protections. (2) “Certification of Training” means written evidence of completion of a full period of training by an individual through a Recognized Security Training Program. (3) “Recognized Security Training Program” means a training program designated by the City to furnish the training curr…