How does SORA aim to protect the public?

The primary objective of the Security Officer Registration Act (SORA) is to establish standards for individuals who are permitted to provide security services, ensuring that only qualified and trained individuals are registered as security officers. This helps protect the public by vetting the backgrounds, training, and qualifications of security personnel. By requiring security officers to meet specific criteria and undergo proper training, SORA enhances the professionalism of the security industry and increases accountability among those who have the responsibility of protecting people and property.

In contrast, other options like free training programs, regulation of security equipment, or mandating insurance for security companies, while they may offer some benefits, do not directly address the core requirement of filtering and qualifying individuals in the security profession to ensure public safety effectively.