Protected Mobility - What Does it Take to be a Professional Security Driver? | Neil Davies OBE

Being a modern professional security driver in the world of
executive protection takes a lot more than just knowing how to
get your client from point A to B. On today’s podcast we’re going
to take a deep dive into this often under-appreciated role to
find out what it means to be classified as a legitimate security
driver.


If you’re a protector, you know the sense of relief you feel when
you turn up to an assignment and realise, you’re working
alongside a skilled and professional security driver. But what
does it take to get to that standard? 


On today’s show, our guest is Neil Davis OBE,
Co-Founder of Secure Ground Transportation, and
a long-time veteran of the industry. We’re going to discuss the
role of the security driver on EP operations and we’ll also
cover…


How has protected Mobility evolved, coming out of the
pandemic, and what changes have you seen in client vehicle
selection?

Where will the next generation of security drivers be sourced
from and what makes a quality driver as part of an executive
protection team?

What are the limitations of self-driving vehicles and do they
have a place in executive protection?

With all the advancements in tech, what is being done to
address the threat of espionage and safeguard privacy for
principals when on the move?



Neil’s passion for this subject is evident, and as he reminds
us: 


“The term security driver and security driving. They’re
not marketing buzzwords. That is a statement of
training.”


More about Neil:


Neil has been a member of the Institute of Advanced Motorists for
over 20 years and holds a 1st which is the highest driving
qualification they award. He also holds an iQ (Industry
Qualification) Level 4 in Security Driving, Vehicle
Management.  This is the highest civilian security
driving qualification in the United Kingdom. The course was
designed and is run by a former Metropolitan Police Special
Escort Group training Sergeant.  Neil is First Aid
trained and as one would expect carries a full First Aid Kit and
AED in his vehicle at all times. 


Neil has a passion for helping others and giving back to the
community.  He recently completed a charity bike ride
from Cardiff to Swansea raising money for a cancer hospital in
Cardiff. He was a school governor which is a voluntary position
and ended up as the National Chairman.  He was
appointed an Officer of the Order of
the British Empire
for his services to Education. 


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