Norvic Guards Launches K9 Explosives Detection Services: Ready for Martyn’s Law and Beyond
We’re excited to announce a major addition to our capabilities at Norvic Guards — we now have our own K9 Explosives Detection Unit (EDD), fully certified and operational.
With security demands growing and new legislation like Martyn’s Law on the horizon, venues, event organizers, and businesses are under more pressure than ever to ensure the highest standards of public safety. Our new EDD service is here to meet that challenge — offering a professional, efficient, and highly specialized layer of protection.
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Certified and Ready to Deploy
Our new K9 unit is operated by a NASDU Level 4 qualified handler, trained to the highest standard in Explosives Detection. This means we are fully equipped and licensed to offer professional EDD services across a wide range of sectors including:
Public events
Stadiums
Arenas
Corporate functions
Private venues
VIP protection events
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Why EDD Services Matter Now More Than Ever
With Martyn’s Law — officially known as the Protect Duty — set to be rolled out over the next 12–18 months, there is a strong shift towards tightening venue security across the UK. The legislation will require venues and public spaces to demonstrate robust counterterrorism preparedness.
Explosives detection dogs will become an essential component of compliance, and demand for qualified handlers is set to soar.
However, obtaining EDD certification is not easy — it’s expensive, highly regulated, and requires extensive training. As a result, qualified EDD handlers are rare, and in the coming months, they’ll become even harder to find. That’s why Norvic Guards is proud to offer this capability now — ready for when demand inevitably spikes.
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Efficiency and Value
Why use an EDD unit? Simply put: one explosives detection dog can do the job of 10 personnel conducting physical searches. They are faster, more thorough, and far less intrusive to the public, reducing queues and increasing efficiency at entry points.
Typical service rates:
£450 per day (8-hour minimum shift)
£45/hour for extended shifts, with flexible negotiation for longer-term assignments
This not only provides peace of mind but can also save clients money over hiring large physical search teams.
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What About Drugs Detection?
We’re not stopping at explosives detection. We are also working toward adding Drugs Detection Dogs to our K9 division — perfect for:
Music festivals
Horse racing events
Stadiums
Corporate functions
VIP events
For now, we can also supply qualified drugs detection handlers as needed, with competitive rates:
£30–£35/hour
Minimum 6-hour shifts
This means Norvic Guards can soon offer full-spectrum K9 services — explosives, drugs, and eventually general-purpose (GP) patrol dogs — covering disciplines that very few security providers in the region can match.
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A New Standard for Event and Venue Security
Most clients just need to see a K9 demonstration or understand the capability to appreciate the massive advantage EDD units offer. In many cases, it’s the difference between just ticking a box and truly protecting the public.
Norvic Guards’ K9 team is available now for deployment — giving you a proactive, professional edge as new security standards come into force.
Whether you’re planning ahead for Martyn’s Law or simply want the best in preventative security, our EDD unit is ready.
📞 Contact us today to discuss how our K9 services can support your next event or venue security plan.