International Professional Security Association (Hong Kong) Ltd., formerly the local region of IPSA in UK, has been established in Hong Kong since 1978 and became independent in January 2001. Totally committed to the professional advancement of our members and the security industry, we organize regular seminars, workshops, training courses and visits to spread both knowledge and experience.

Our objectives are to improve the prestige and status of the security industry by:

  • Encouraging scientific and professional practices in the security industry;

  • Promoting ethical conduct, professional standards and continuous professional development;

  • Providing a forum for the exchange of views and information; and

  • Representing and promoting the interests of the members of IPSA(HK).

All members of the IPSA(HK) shall:

  • Act at all times with integrity.

  • Practise the highest level of professionalism in the performance of their duties.

  • Continually seek to increase their competence.

  • Uphold and improve the prestige and status of the security industry and of IPSA(HK).

Membership Benefits

Members of IPSA(HK) will gain:

  • A cutting edge advantage in personal advancement and business competitiveness

  • Free up-to-date information of the industry through IPSALink, a publication of IPSA(HK), and IPSANet at www.ipsa.com.hk

  • Discounts when joining the activities of IPSA(HK)

  • Discounts when joining the professional development courses of IPSA(HK)

  • Professional qualifications through sitting internationally recognised examinations

Membership Categories

Individual Members

Type/Designation

Qualification

Experience

Reference

Remark

Associate ("AIPSA")

No specific requirements

No specific requirements

Two references of good character from existing members of IPSA(HK) or IPSA(HK) recognized professional bodies

Any new members employed in or are preparing to join the security industry

Member ("MIPSA")

* See note 1

 

At least 1 year as AIPSA plus the following:
(a) Holder of "Certificate in Security Management" issued/recognized by IPSA(HK); Or 
(b) Being a Qualified Security Trainer of IPSA(HK); Or 
(c) Successfully attained the MIISec level of the International Institute of Security in UK; Or 
(d) Other professional qualifications of an equivalent level or above; And  
(e) Attained good understanding of the licensing and training requirements under the Security and Guarding Services Ordinance.

2 years or above relevant experience

Two references of good character from existing members of IPSA(HK) or IPSA(HK) recognized professional bodies.

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At least 1 year as AIPSA plus the following:
(a)10 years or above supervisory experience in the Security Industry; And  
(b) Attained good understanding of the licensing and training requirements under the Security and Guarding Services Ordinance.

Certified Member ("CMIPSA")

* See note 1

At least 3 years as MIPSA plus the following: 
(a) Holder of "Diploma in Security Management" issued/recognized by IPSA(HK); Or 
(b) Successfully attained the Dip.IISec level of the IISec; Or 
(c) Successfully attained the CPP level of the ASIS; Or 
(d) Other professional qualifications of an equivalent level or above; And 
(e) Attained good understanding of the licensing and training requirements under the Security and Guarding Services Ordinance.

5 years or above relevant experience

Two references of good character from existing members of IPSA(HK) or IPSA(HK) recognized professional bodies

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Fellowship ("FIPSA")

Members who have remained in good standing with the association for ten years or more and have made exceptional contributions to the association or the security industry or have attained exceptional professional advancement relevant to the security profession.

A panel will be formed for selection and award on annual basis.

Life Member

* See Note 2

Members with 20 years or above continuous membership with IPSA(HK).

Note 1
 Former members who rejoin may get their former membership duration taken into consideration for advancement to MIPSA if they fulfil one of the following conditions:-
1. Had formally tendered their withdrawal/resignation from the Association with good reasons; Or
2. Are prepared to pay up all the membership fees for the missing period.

Note 2
 Life members are exempted from paying annual subscription fees.

Corporate Members

Category

Qualifying Criteria

1.

Manned Guarding or "MG" in short 

a)

The company must be run under valid business registration.

b)

The company must be properly licensed for providing the relevant security services.

c)

The company must be adequately insured for its operations.

d)

The management of the company must be able to demonstrate adequate governance over its business and a system for continuous improvement of the standard of its services.

 

2.

Security Systems or "SS" in short

3.

Security Consultancy or "SC" in short (individual security consultants and companies which supply a security service other than "MG" and "SS")

4.

Affiliated or "AC" in short (companies/organization which employ their own in-house security staff or organizations which are involved in activities associated with the security profession)

Membership Fees

Individual Membership

Annual Subscription - HKD600

First Year Registration Fee - HKD100

Corporate Membership

Annual Subscription - HKD3,500

First Year Registration Fee - HKD650

How to join?

Fill in the appropriate application form below:

Application Form - Individual Members (PDF format)
Application Form - Corporate Members (PDF format)

Return the form together with supporting documents and payment as required in the form to:

The Secretary of IPSA(HK)
GPO Box 1852, Central, Hong Kong

Application for Change of Individual Membership Category

Fill in the Application Form (PDF format)

Return to the Secretary of IPSA(HK)
Mail: GPO Box 1852, Central, Hong Kong

Members Information Update

Fill in the Members Information Update Form (PDF format)

Return to the Administrative Support of IPSA(HK)
Mail: GPO Box 1852, Central, Hong Kong or Fax: (852) 2591 4309

Council of IPSA(HK) in 2007-2008

Chairman

Mr. HO Wai-yin, Danny
Email: chairman@ipsa.com.hk

Deputy Chairman

Mr. YUEN Luen-kwan, Henry
Email: deputychairman@ipsa.com.hk

Secretary

Mr. LAI Wai-kee, William
Email: secretary@ipsa.com.hk

Treasurer

Mr. LAU Kim-wai, Raymond
Email: treasurer@ipsa.com.hk
  External Affairs Co-ordinator   Mr. KO Po-kin, Ben
  Email: externalaffairs@ipsa.com.hk

Professional Training
Co-ordinator

Mr. LO Sai-kit, Kevin
Email: training@ipsa.com.hk

Council Members

   Mr. CHAN Kwok-po, James
  Email: info@ipsa.com.hk

Mr. CHU Ka-lam, Benjamin
Email: info@ipsa.com.hk

Mr. KO Ka-chun, William
Email: info@ipsa.com.hk

Mr. LAM Koon-fu, Eddie
Email: info@ipsa.com.hk

Mr. LEE Yu-yim, Bruce
Email: info@ipsa.com.hk
  Mr. SIN Hon-tao
  Email: info@ipsa.com.hk
  Co-opted Member   Mr. LAI Sin-hang, Anson
  Email: info@ipsa.com.hk
  Administration Support   Ms. KWONG Bik-ching, Kelly
  Email: admin@ipsa.com.hk 

Legal Advisor

Mr. LAU Piu

Auditor

Mr. Eric C.W. KO

Copyright (C) 2000-2007  IPSA(HK)    All rights reserved Last updated 11 July 2008