Protecting Your Privacy on Facebook

A lot has been written about how Facebook tracks our user data, but how about when bad people track our movements on Facebook? The results can be just as serious. Here are tips to keep your posts private. Post To Friends Only. Click on “Quick Help” (question mark at the top of the page), then […]

Time For Back to School Safety Tips

With the start of the new school year upon us, now is a good time to remind kids how to get to and from their school safely. The National Safety Council provides safety tips for both parents and their children.  Students –Never walk while texting, talking on the phone or using headphones –Use crosswalks whenever […]

Safety Tips When Living Alone

Living solo gives young adults the independence they crave. For seniors, the desire to stay independent and in their home is just as strong. No matter the age, those who live alone need to take precautions to keep safe. Stay Connected. Keep your family and friends up to date on your activities so someone always […]

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 […]

Forcing Bank Robbers To Think Twice

With all the high tech ways of separating us from our money, bank robberies are still a popular method for thieves to grab some fast cash. According to the FBI’s bank crime statistics for 2016 (the last available year), 4,251 robberies occurred nationwide at banks, savings and loan associations and credit unions. Bank robberies leave […]

Pharmacy Security: Keeping Drugs Out Of The Wrong Hands

According to the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), California leads the country in the most pharmacy robberies. As the opioid epidemic continues, those who are desperate to use or sell drugs see pharmacies as a quick supply source. The federal government requires pharmacies to follow certain regulations including keeping all controlled substances in securely locked cabinets. […]

Preventing Theft & Vandalism at Car Dealerships

Imagine leaving millions of dollars’ worth of merchandise outside, every day. Most businesses would never think of it. Yet, for car dealers, placing their merchandise outside, on display, is a fact. Protecting their vehicles from theft and vandalism is serious business. Lighting. Most theft and vandalism takes place at night. Add an abundance of lighting […]