From hands out.

3. Goal
The goal of this lesson is to enhance on
understanding on character, behavior,
protocol of PSO and its criteria for
deployment.

4. Objectives
At the end of the lesson the participants will
be able to:
iv) Tell the character, behavior and protocol
of PSO.
v) Explain three qualities of PSO
vi) Understand the criteria of deployment.

5. Definition of PSO
A person who is deployed for security
of VIP or any one who is recognized as the
threatened person by the State.

6. Characteristics of Personal Security Officer
 Good I.Q. level
 Physically tough
 Peak level of physical fitness.
 Stamina.
 Muscular strength and flexibility.
 Mentally alert/Mental strength
 Socially friendly
 psychologically sound
 Quick decision maker
 Far sightedness
 Basic standard of education

7.  Knowledge of various language
 Unarmed combat
 Well communication skill
 Furnished dressed up
 Competent in handling firearms /Sharp
shooter/Operational shooter
 Knowledge of IED, booby and mines
 Ability to plan
 Well Trained

8.  Self-control
 Patience
 Self-motivated
 Appreciation of situation
 Assess the threat
 Planning for action
 Know the VIP's behavior
 Ability of Identify the target
 Good observation

9.  Loyal
 Obedient
 Accountable
 Analyze of vulnerability
 Responsible to VIP, accountable to Dept.
 Knowledge about disaster
 Dynamic personality
 Courage
 Discipline

10. Contd…
 Honest
 Trusty
 Empathy State of mind (sixth sense )
 Reflex action
 Skilled Driver
 Skill of First-aid
 Punctual

11. All the qualities of PSO can be categorized into 3 'H'
Head Heart Hand

12. Qualities of Personal Security Officers:
Head Hand
Heart
 Understanding
 Action Oriented
 Honest  Result Oriented
 Clear Vision  Physical Fitness
 Loyal  Leadership Skill
 Accountable  Good Behavior  Coordination
 Respectful Skill
 Self-Motivated By/ For  Mastery in
 Positive Weapon
Attitude  Courageous  Reflex Action
 Conscious  Confidential  Communication
Skill
 Inquisitive/  Lovable  Medical
Creative Knowledge

13. Behavior of PSO
 Cleanliness
 Respect to all
 No discrimination
 Sacrifice your personal interest
 Show high degree of mental alertness -
 Helpful
 politeness
 Cooperative
 Behavioral prudence

14. What the PSO Must DO?
 Knowledge of Sequence of Events
 Notification of task - Threat assessment
 Initial Liaison - Warning order- Operation order- Final
liaison - OPERATION
 Observation
 Situation around VIP and reacting to events quickly
wherever, whenever necessary

15.  Body Cover
 Of course BGs are "bullet Catchers"
 Shield VIP by you or shield by other means carefully
arranging people around VIP
 Systematic Protection
 Application of Security measures/doing the job
carefully.

16.  Avoidance of Routine
 Avoiding the habits & routine that effects daily life
 Recces & Planning
(preliminary Survey)
 Effecting Recce, Planning and Clear and concise order
 Review of Security measures
 Constructive Criticism and feedback, Constant
review of security procedures

17.  Constant training
(rehearsal or practice on IAD/Procedural work/
ambush, Debus Etc)
 Physical Fitness
 Mental Alertness
 Confidential
 Etiquette and Manners

18. Other relevancies
 Develop Personal security habits
 Looks
 Telephone
 Equipments
 Clothing
 Food/Drinks
 Documents
 Personal weapon

19.  Employ necessary safety measures
 Do not underestimate the situation
 Proper utilization of safety equipment
 Keep yourself mentally and physically fit to
respond any unwanted circumstances
 Be watchful
 People
 Place
 Items

20. Do's
 Avoid liquor
 Program must be kept secret
 Avoid gossiping
 Phone always through security
 Pre arrange appointments

21.  Regular check of identity
 Double check all delivers
 Be diplomatic to deal with visitors
 Check occupants of neighboring properties
regularly

22. Don't
 Leakage of information
 Involve in telephone and set
conversation a lot
 Do not be personal be professional
 Do not be over confidence

23. contd…
 Do not allow carrier to leave goods
 Never comment on political matters
 Never express your views on sensitive matters
 Never disclose the phone number of VVIP

24. Definition of Protocol
 According to Oxford essential business and
office dictionary “Protocol” means official
formality and etiquette.
 Protocol can also be defined as self imposed
ethics and rules.

25. Some general Etiquettes
 Avoid noisy speaking
 Avoid taking difficult food items.
 Avoid taking much food at a time.
 Avoid criticism. Talking on contentious issue.
 Conversation should be rational and easily
understood.

26. Contd…
 Do not make a sound while eating
and drinking.
 Do not seat while talking to seniors and
ladies.
 Elbows should be kept close to the body
during waiting between courses. Hand should
kept on the napkin on the lap but not in the
pocket or on the table.

27. Contd…
 Extend appropriate courtesy to women guest.
 Maintain personal cleanliness.
 Give priority for seniors, women and guest
while passing the door.
 Listen more and talk less.
 If sneezing and coughing use handkerchief.

28. Contd…
 Never smoke while being with VIP/VVIP.
 Putting won finger into own nose, cleaning
ear, scratching body, spitting, yawning should
be avoided.
 Shake hand firmly, not limply.
 Should be attentive and delightful.

29. Criteria for pso
2. Appointed in police officer
2. Must have completed VIP Security training.
3. Physical fitness (ht. 5’4”)
4. Age below 35

30. Appointed in police officer
2. Deployment of PSO
Threat analysis committee
Joint secretary, ministry of Home co- ordinator
DIGP, Nepal Police- member
DIG, NID- member
DIGP,APF- member
 Basis:-
 a) Ministry level decision
 b) Central security committee
 c) Ministry of Home
 d) PHQ, Operation Department

31. Any Question?
Thank You !