In today’s heightened security environment, the demand for explosives detection dogs is steadily rising across a wide range of environments.
K9 Deployment provide highly trained NCTAS-P Accredited canines and handlers that together, offer a reliable and adaptable solution for enhancing the safety of venues, staff and the public.
The use of explosives detection dogs is becoming increasingly essential, particularly with the upcoming Martyn’s Law legislation due in the future. Explosive detection dog teams enable a quick and efficient execution of several options on the National Stakeholder, Menu of Tactical Options set out by NCTSO
K9 Deployment are a National Canine Training and Accreditation Scheme – Private Sector (NCTAS-P) affiliated company. NCTAS-P is a UK Government backed scheme that see’s explosives detection dog teams accredited by approved police instructors ensuring standards are relevant in line with the current threat.
Current NPSA guidance around the procurement of Explosive detection dogs – ‘NPSA strongly recommends that organisations using private sector EDD teams as part of the mix of protective security measures at their site only use EDD teams holding a current NCTAS-P accreditation’
Our NCTAS-P explosives detection dog teams provide a versatile, mobile and real time search & detection capability. K9 Deployment Explosives Detection Dog Teams are trained to identify the presence of explosives in a diverse range of locations and operational scenarios, including but not limited to:
No matter the sport, utilising our detection dogs provides a visible deterrent for criminal activity and ensures the safety of visitors.
Our detection dogs are a highly efficient deterrent for criminal activity.
Entertainment Venues
Our detection dogs can be used for vehicle, luggage, premises and vessel searches, passenger screening, check-point operations, container sweeps and high-profile visits.
Maritime
Our commitment to excellence in canine detection is unwavering and the knowledge and skills of our Handlers and Management team provides an added layer to any protective security offerings. Clients trust in our strategic, expert-led approach to security, grounded in the highest standards of training and operational integrity. K9 Deployment welcome the opportunity to discuss client requirements and will work together to create a bespoke security solution to enhance current operations or assist with the set-up of new operations.

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Our Explosive Detection Dogs are specifically trained to identify explosive devices in various locations.
We are proud to be an associate company member of the National Association of Security Dog Users (NASDU).
NASDU promotes high standards, excellent training and ongoing education in the private security dog sector. We abide by the guidance & recommendations contained within British Standard 8517-1 for General Purpose Dogs & BS8517-2 for Detection Dogs. All our handlers are NASDU certified.
This British Standard sets the standard for screening security personnel working in an environment where safety of people, goods or property is essential.
It includes data security, sensitive and service contracts and confidential records.
Our dog handlers hold Security Industry Authority (SIA) licences.
The SIA is a statutory organisation that is responsible for regulating the private security industry in the UK.
All our handlers have undergone a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which searches for criminal records and activity.
As we regularly provide services to the education and healthcare sectors, the enhanced check shows that our handlers are suitable to work with children and vulnerable adults.