With a surge in crime occurring in cities across the county (including Los Angeles and Phoenix), security guards are often the first on the scene during or after a crime occurs. Security guards must make a quick decision on how to respond when confronting a suspect.

De-Escalation Techniques. Unless an instance involves violent or dangerous behavior, well-trained security guards will approach most situations with a subdued response. Their goal is to address the behavior, determine if detention is necessary and proceed from there. Guards are trained to use verbal communication first with physical restraint as a last resort. In most cases, the individual involved in questionable activity will follow orders while awaiting the police to arrive.

When circumstances warrant stronger measures to get an individual under control, guards implement a number of techniques that will allow them to subdue the suspect. The goal is a peaceful surrender, but in some cases, it could mean forcing an individual to the ground and in a position where the guard can use handcuffs to keep the individual from harming others.

At Access Control Security, our guards go through initial and ongoing training that incorporates the type of scenarios they may encounter with suspects while on duty. Reviews are made of reports of interactions that lead to arrests to ensure all proper procedures were followed.

As crime rates continue to increase, the need for security guards will also increase. Retailors, event organizers, property managers, municipalities and commercial businesses need experienced guards to protect people and property in a way that is safe for all.

For more information about security guard services in Los Angeles, Phoenix and throughout California and Arizona, call Access Control Security  at 877-482-7324 or go to https://accesscontrolsecurity.com/quote-request.