Private security activities

NACE v2.0 Code: N80.1

About private security activities

NACE code 80.1 covers private security activities, an essential industry that plays a crucial role in maintaining public safety and protecting businesses, individuals, and property. As the demand for enhanced security measures continues to grow, this industry has become an integral part of the broader economy, providing specialized services to a wide range of clients across various sectors.

Production process

The private security industry employs a range of techniques to ensure the safety and security of its clients. This includes the deployment of trained security personnel, the installation and monitoring of surveillance systems, the implementation of access control measures, and the provision of specialized security services such as event security, cash-in-transit, and personal protection.

Production inputs

The private security industry requires a variety of inputs to carry out its operations effectively. These include skilled and trained security personnel, specialized equipment such as security cameras, access control systems, and communication devices. Additionally, the industry relies on transportation resources, information technology infrastructure, and ongoing training and development programs to maintain the competence of its workforce.

Production outputs

The primary output of the private security industry is the provision of security services to its clients. These services can be tailored to the specific needs of individual businesses, organizations, or individuals, and may include physical security, cybersecurity, risk assessment, and emergency response. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by a wide range of other NACE codes, such as 68.1 Real estate activities, 84.2 Provision of services to the community as a whole, and 93.1 Sports activities.

Revisions to 80.1

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 80.1. The most recent 4 versions of this code (80.1) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 80.1 ( NACE v2.0).

Newer versions

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (80.1).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
801ISIC v4.0Private security activities

Family tree for private security activities

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/N'>N: ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPPORT SERVICE ACTIVITIES</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/N/80'>80: Security and investigation activities</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/N/80/1'>80.1: Private security activities</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/N/80/2'>80.2: Security systems service activities</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/N/80/3'>80.3: Investigation activities</a>"]

    C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/N/80/10'>80.10: Private security activities</a>"]


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