The federal government defined rules to authorize, control and supervise private security services across the country. Decree published this Wednesday (10) in the Official Gazette of the Union regulates the Private Security Law and defines specific procedures for the case of financial institutions, with greater rigor in the performance and supervision of the sector. The text consolidates the duties of the Federal Police as the body responsible for monitoring the sector's activities, including companies, professionals and electronic monitoring systems. Related news: PF closes more than a thousand clandestine private security companies. RJ PMs are arrested for providing private security while on duty. Federal Police combat clandestine private security companies. According to the decree, private security companies will only be able to operate after authorization from the Federal Police and must meet requirements such as proof of capital, legal origin of resources, adequate facilities and insurance.  The standard details activities considered private security, such as: asset surveillance; transportation and escort of valuables; personal security; electronic monitoring; risk management. Each service requires specific requirements, such as a minimum number of professionals, standardized vehicles and safety equipment. Professional performance The decree establishes rules for the training, registration and performance of professionals in the sector, such as security guards, supervisors, managers and operators of electronic systems. Everyone must take specific courses authorized by the Federal Police, with periodic updating. In addition, professionals must present negative criminal record certificates to perform the role, and the registration will be valid for two years. The use of a uniform will be mandatory, with the exception of some specific functions, and cannot be confused with that of public security forces. Financial institutions Financial institutions now have more detailed requirements to guarantee the security of their premises. The decree determines that agencies serving the public and circulating valuables will only be able to operate with a security plan previously approved by the Federal Police. Minimum requirements include the presence of armed guards, installation of alarm systems and camera monitoring, as well as safes with security devices.  Control  The new regulations define strict rules for the acquisition, use, transport and storage of weapons, ammunition, ballistic vests and other equipment used in private security. Authorization for purchases will continue to be centralized at the Federal Police, with a requirement for the legal origin of the products and control over their destination. The decree provides for penalties for the provision of private security services without authorization. Fines range from R$1,000 to R$30,000, depending on whether the offender is an individual or legal entity. Furthermore, materials used in clandestine activities may be seized and destroyed.