Corps Security introduces virtual reality training for security officers

Officers wear virtual reality headsets to complete a module which lasts for two-to-three minutes. As the process simulates an officer’s exact experience of an incident on the site in which they work, training has proven to be four times faster when using virtual reality in comparison with traditional training methods. It has also proven to be more effective, with knowledge retention rates of up to 75% versus 10% for standard training.

MoonHub is currently undertaking 360-degree filming of the Royal Opera House and BNP Paribas and the training will launch in mid-August. Each officer will complete up to ten modules over the course of a year allowing them to keep their skills and knowledge fresh and relevant.

Some of the modules are also relevant to other Front-of-House teams at the London sites.

Corps Security actually started using the technology back in March at innovation and technology campus Here East.

“The reaction from the officers who have used the technology has been outstanding,” explained Paul Lotter, managing director of Corps Security. “The gamification involved in the virtual reality training makes it really popular. We’ve demonstrated that officers retain their knowledge more with this type of training and I’m proud that we are leading the way with virtual reality training in the UK security sector.”

Dami Hastrup, co-founder of MoonHub, responded: “I’m delighted that we’re partnering with Corps Security to support BNP Paribas and the Royal Opera House. Research shows that immersing users in interactive virtual reality training helps them to gain and retain knowledge quicker and more effectively than traditional training. The security officers involved will be working at their best.”

Importantly, other businesses among the current Corps Security customer base will be offered the opportunity to adopt the technology over the summer months.