What should a licensee do if employees have not received their identification cards?

A licensee must take appropriate measures to ensure that all employees are properly identified when they are working, especially in the security industry, where identification can play a critical role in establishing legitimacy and enhancing safety.

Obtaining a written waiver from each client is essential because it directly addresses the concerns about employees not having their identification cards. This document serves as formal acknowledgment that the client is aware of the situation and agrees to allow the employees to perform their duties without the standard identification, thereby protecting both the employees and the licensee from potential legal and operational risks.

While it may seem reasonable to notify employees of the delay verbally, this does not ensure that clients are aware or that legal protections are in place. Furthermore, requesting expedited processing from the department may not be feasible within the required timeframe, and allowing employees to work without IDs could violate legal requirements and undermine the professionalism and trust essential in the security sector. Therefore, obtaining a waiver is the most suitable course of action when identification cards have not been issued.