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Best Practices for Retention of Security Officers:
Best Practices for Retention of Security Officers:

Security Officers are your first line of defense, so maintaining top of the line personnel is a key element in physical security.  Make sure that your officers are Trained Properly, to alleviate errors and to provide them with the expectations you have in maintaining the utmost level of security at your property.  Supply them with the Tools they need to succeed in their job and Recognize them when they’ve successfully executed tasks up to your standards.  Always Respect your officers for the service they provide and Encourage them with opportunities of further Growth and Responsibility. 

Why Security is Quintessential to a Business:
Why Security is Quintessential to a Business:
Acquiring a top-of-the-line security professional is the first step in cultivating a productive and secure work environment. Staffing the correct security personnel can aid in reducing various liabilities around the workplace, as well as adding extra support to those working and conducting business. With the proper security measures in place your employees, customers and clients can feel properly cared for in going about their business and you can feel secure in knowing your workspace is being monitored and maintained in the most efficient manner possible.

What Are Security Officers Used for:
What Are Security Officers Used for:
Security Personnel are your first line of defense on every front. They are the helping hand that opens the door, the watchful eye in the sky and the comforting presence that mitigates risk in your workplace. A properly trained security officer can help alleviate the strain of everyday workplace tasks and provide a vigilant and dependable presence to ensure your property is always taken care of. With their help you can deter and detect security breaches with rapid response time and proper investigative measures.

Physical Security Innovations to Consider:
Physical Security Innovations to Consider:

We live in an ever -changing world and your company’s physical security should never be something that’s left behind.  Innovative AI & Video Analytic programs have made vast improvements in accurately pinpointing and rectifying your company’s security concerns – from facial recognition programing to weapon and motion detection.  Combined with a Remote Guarding system, properly detecting security breaches, without false alarms and with rapid response time, puts your company on the technological forefront of physical security.  Complete with the option of cost-effective Cloud-Based Security Software that helps increase productivity, improve accessibility, and boost data safety – your company will never be left behind.  

Are you Prepared? An Active Threat:
Are you Prepared? An Active Threat:

The goal of discussing an active threat is to equip you with more options that work in ‘real’ situations.  First and foremost, do not Panic but do React.  Keep in mind that you need to do what is best for you – don’t make anyone do something that they don’t feel comfortable doing.  When you Recognize a threat, assess the threat level, and immediately initiate a Response.  In situations such as this Perception is Reality and your response can be anything.  Evacuation, if possible, should always be your first option.  If evacuation is not an option – Run. Hide. Fight.  Always try to Alert someone and Communicate the threat effectively.

Choosing the Right Security Agency:
Choosing the Right Security Agency:
Taking the time to choose the correct Security Agency for your business is taking the first step towards your own peace of mind. The right Security Agency should be a partnership between client and vendor, built on shared goals and expectations. They should work alongside you in creating a plan as individual as your business is, curated to your concerns, strengths and needs. Communication should always be astute and responsive and their engagement in the growth & capabilities of those they employ should be readily evident. The security of your business is of the utmost importance, outreach to former and current clientele is a key step in determining the professionalism and reputation of a security agency and whether they are the right fit for you and your business.

Why Do You Need a Physical Security Plan Before You Buy a Security System?
Why Do You Need a Physical Security Plan Before You Buy a Security System?

The first step in security prevention is having a well thought out plan in place.  Before hiring a security agency for your business, be sure to know what your security goals are.  A concise plan detailing what your challenges, strengths and weaknesses are can prove beneficial in communicating your concerns to a security provider and reducing risk before it happens.  What are you looking to Deter? To Detect? And how are you wanting a security agency to Investigate and Respond to possible threats?  Making sure you have the correct security partner for your business is an integral part of implementing this plan and making sure that you have the most (cost) efficient physical and technological security for your property. 

Abuse Indicators: How to Know if Someone is in Danger
Abuse Indicators: How to Know if Someone is in Danger

The effects of abuse, whether physical or emotional, are widespread and at times barely distinguishableBeing vigilant and noting gradual, or sudden changes in someone’s behavior is often the first step in prevention.   

  • Has the person distanced/isolated from friends, family etc.? 
  • Is the person unduly concerned with the opinion of a partner? 
  • Does the person seek consent from his/her partner about menial activities? 
  • Does the person have control over spending his/her own money? 
  • Have you noticed repeated unexplained injuries? 
  • Have you heard repeated arguing and sounds of an altercation?    
  • Has the person been degraded by his/her partner in front of others? 

If you or anyone you know is exhibiting these signs, please urge the person to seek help. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is open 24/7 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788