Course Details
Drivers and Protocol Officers Security Education Course
Based on empirical facts, collaboration amongst members of a Journey management team (involving the Police, corporate drivers and protocol officers) often fail in the course of carrying out their task, causing embarrassment to the principals and in some instances leading to bad consequences.
Aug 29, 2026
9:00 am
₦236,500.00
2 Days
In today’s dynamic security environment, characterised by evolving risks, heightened stakeholder expectations, and increasing reputational sensitivities, the responsibilities of the Drivers and Protocol Officers  extend far beyond traditional operational duties. Drivers and Protocol Officers serve as frontline representatives of their organisations and play a critical role in ensuring the safety of executives, staff, visitors, and organisational assets.
Beyond transportation and logistical support, they are often the first to observe potential security threats, manage sensitive interactions, and influence public perceptions of the institution through their conduct and professionalism. The programme is designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to perform their roles effectively and responsibly.
- Demonstrate heightened situational and security awareness by identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential threats during official journeys.
- Apply journey management and communication protocols to ensure safe, coordinated, and incident-free movements.
- Exhibit professional etiquette, discretion, and protocol conduct in alignment with institutional standards and public expectations.
- Implement defensive driving and emergency response techniques to manage road hazards, ambushes, or medical emergencies effectively.
- Collaborate effectively with armed escorts and journey management team members to safeguard lives, assets, and institutional reputation
At the end of the programme, participants will be able to:
- Gain enhanced situational awareness as proactive measure against road crimes.
Learn to plan, observe and react safely while working in hostile and non-hostile environments - Understand basic security practices for road travel
- Be better informed about the roles of every member of the Journey management Team (JMT) and enhance a properly coordinated relationship amongst the parties.
- Understand the importance of planning before embarking on a trip
- The importance of Armed Escorts and why Armed Escort may Fail in Journey Management (JM).
- Etiquette and Protocol Procedures in JM Assignment
- Situational Awareness & Threat Detection
- Journey Management Protocols
- JMT Coordination and Leadership
- Security Driving Fundamentals
- Critical Safety Faults and Road Traffic Compliances- Insight into Lagos travel framework
- Basic First Aid: Providing immediate care until responders arrive
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