Bodyguard & Close Protection

Professional Bodyguard & Close Protection Services (CPO)

Our Professional Bodyguard & Close Protection Services provide discreet, professional, and highly trained close protection operatives (CPOs) for individuals or groups requiring enhanced personal security.

This service is designed for tourists, holidaymakers, VIP clients, executives, celebrities, high-net-worth individuals, and corporate clients who require personal protection due to risk exposure, profile, location, or situational factors.

Close protection services are delivered with a strong focus on prevention, risk avoidance, situational awareness, and professional presence, rather than confrontation.

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Purpose Of Close Protection Services

Close protection services are typically engaged where:

• Personal safety is a concern due to profile, travel, or location

• Clients require peace of mind during travel, events, or business engagements

• Discreet security presence is needed without disruption

• Threat exposure, risk, or vulnerability exists

• Professional security oversight is required during movement or static periods

The objective is to reduce risk, deter threats, and ensure the client’s safety at all times.

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Scope Of Close Protection Services

Static Close Protection

Static protection involves security coverage at a fixed location and may include:

• Residential protection

• Hotel or accommodation security

• Event or venue-based protection

• Standby protection during meetings or functions

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Mobile Close Protection

Mobile protection involves security while the client is in transit and may include:

• Accompaniment during travel or movement

• Route awareness and movement coordination

• Public-space protection

• Escort services between locations

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Armed & Unarmed Protection

Close protection operatives may be deployed:

• Armed, where legally permitted and appropriate

• Unarmed, where a low-profile or non-threatening presence is preferred

Deployment is based on risk assessment, client preference, and legal considerations.

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Typical Applications

This service is suitable for:

• Tourists and holiday visitors

• VIP and celebrity protection

• Business executives and corporate delegations

• High-net-worth individuals

• Visiting international clients

• Public appearances, meetings, and events

• Personal or family protection requirements

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Shifts & Deployment

• Services are provided on 12-hour or 24-hour shifts

• Protection can be arranged for short-term or extended periods

• Deployment is planned according to client schedule and risk profile

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Legal & Compliance Framework

• Conducted strictly in accordance with South African law

• Operatives are properly trained and compliant

• Armed deployment subject to legal requirements and authorisation

• Services delivered professionally, discreetly, and ethically

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Billing Structure (Overview)

• Services are billed per day, based on the selected shift duration (12 or 24 hours)

• Mileage is billed separately

• Use of PI Services vehicles is billed separately where transportation is required

• Services are rendered on a best-effort basis

(Exact options and configurations are available via the product selection.)

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Confidentiality & Professional Conduct

• Strict confidentiality maintained at all times

• Client identity and movements protected

• Operatives conduct themselves discreetly and professionally

• Non-disclosure agreements available upon request

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Next Steps

Once selected:

1. A confidential consultation and risk discussion is conducted

2. Protection requirements and deployment plan are agreed

3. Close protection services are deployed as scheduled