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 shopping center parking lot. An event needs coverage at all entrances/exits and personnel to monitor guest behavior and to guard restricted areas. Depending on the size of the parking lot, one guard may be sufficient.

To better understand your security guard requirements, security guard companies typically ask for:

–type of venue/location/business

–past security incidents/concerns

–current security measures

–desired guard functions

–hours of operation/guard hours

–size of coverage area

–number of people to protect/demographics

Once the guard company obtains this information, it will be able to provide its recommendations.

The Times We Live In. Expect to see a larger security guard presence. We’ve come to expect security and security checkpoints at entertainment venues, sporting events, airports, banks, gated communities, government facilities, malls, parking lots and schools—just to name a few. Because of the times we live in, it is now the new normal.