How Many Security Guards is Enough?

Whenever a violent incident occurs, the question is always; could more security have prevented the tragedy? No amount of security can prevent all incidents, but a robust security strategy can go a long way to keep customers/patrons/employees safe. Determining The Number of Guards. A large event will obviously need more security guards than a small […]

Make Sure Your Campsite Is Secure

While camping is an opportunity to get away from city life, city problems find their way into campgrounds. No campsite is completely protected. Being in a tent leaves you vulnerable—the tragic shooting of a father at Malibu Creek State Park while tent camping with his young daughters is the most recent example. This and other […]

Are Gated Communities Safer?

Better protection from criminal activity is often what prompts individuals to buy homes in gated communities. And they’re right. According to a 2013 Department of Justice report, “In the 2004–11 period, residences located in gated or walled communities (20.1 burglaries per 1,000 households) were burglarized at a lower rate than residences not located in gated […]

Protect Your Belongings During Your Next Beach Trip

A trip to the beach is supposed to be a fun time—sand, sun and water. But it’s also a time when we often leave out belongings unattended—making it easy for thieves to grab wallets and cell phones. Here are tips to keep your personal items secure. Position Your Towels Near a Lifeguard Station. Not only […]