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Canine Security

ICTS is a leading provider of all aspects of Canine Security Services and have played a pivotal role in establishing the effective use of dogs within the Private Security Sector. We are the largest suppliers of NCTAS-P Explosives Detection Dog Teams.

Our expert handlers and highly trained dogs are recognised globally for their abilities in identifying explosive threats, customs violations and illegal substance.

Our Dog Teams operate in a wide range of diverse environments from sports venues, arenas, corporate sites, transport hubs – including airports – to critical national infrastructure sites – including nuclear facilities and power stations.

ICTS Canine Security provides tailored solutions to complex security challenges. Our Dog Teams can enhance any security provision in line with the new Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, also known as Martyn’s Law.

Key Features

  • Largest suppliers of NCTAS-P Explosives Detection Dog Teams
  • Highly trained and professional Dog Teams
  • Operational readiness (nation-wide)
  • Flexible, short-term or long-term deployment
  • Fully integrated with wider security operations
  • Compliance-focused and client-led service delivery
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Explosive Detection

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Drug Detection

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Air Cargo Security

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Tobacco

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Pyrotechnics Detection (Flares)

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Electronic Device Detection

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Canine Patrols (Guard Dogs)

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Our Canine Operations & Training Centre

 

Commitment to Standards

The quality of our services is reflected in our accreditations:

  • Our NASDU inspected company status, reflects our compliance with BS 8517 (General Purpose Security Dogs and Drugs and Explosives Detection Dogs) standards.
  • Our Handlers and Explosives Detection Dogs are accredited to the Home Office Explosives Detection Dog Standard, NCTAS-P (National Canine Training Accreditation Scheme – Private Security Sector).

Whilst all our other Handlers and their Dogs are accredited to the National Police Chiefs Council (NPCC) and HABC standards:

  • Drugs NPCC & HABC Level 3
  • Pyro HABC Level 3
  • GP HABC Level 2

The welfare of our working dogs is paramount to us and all our dogs live with their Handlers. We are fully compliant with BS 8517 Parts 1 and 2, and the Animal Welfare Act 2006 and hold UK Animal Transporter Authorisation to comply with the transport of animal regulations and to guarantee the safety and comfort of our dogs when travelling.

 

Additional Links

Click here – for the ICTS Canine Security Brochure

  • cpni.gov.uk/canine-detection – Canine Detection on the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure
  • Click here – for the Home Office’s List of accredited explosives detection dogs teams
  • Click here – For more info about the NCTAS-P Standard

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