Convenience Store Security and Protection

According to FBI statistics, robberies at gas stations and convenience stores accounted for almost 10 percent of all robberies (9.5 percent) in 2017. While bank robberies get the headlines, they were just 1.7 percent of the total number. For gas station and convenience store owners, implementing a number of security measures can discourage would-be robbers. […]

Keeping School Functions Safe

As we’ve seen in the most recent shooting at the University of North Carolina Charlotte, school shootings can take place just about any time and any place on campus. Wherever students congregate, school administrators should be aware of potential dangers. School functions—athletic events, school plays and other student performances—can be vulnerable targets. Athletic Events. At […]

Protecting Houses of Worship

A house of worship should be a safe haven—a place of peace. Yet, as we saw yet again last week with the shooting at the synagogue in Poway, it can turn into a place of unthinkable tragedy. Our hearts go out to the victims of the shooting and their families. Access Control Security is donating […]

Top 5 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Security Guard Company

According to the annual U.S. Contract Security Industry white paper by Robert H. Perry & Associates, there are 8,000 security guard companies in the U.S. How do you find the right one for your security needs? Here are five questions to ask when making a selection. Do They Have The Right Kind of Experience? A […]

Safeguarding Priceless Works of Art and Historical Artifacts

Museum guards are in the unique position of not only providing safety and protection to museum guests and staff, but also to painting and displays sometimes worth millions of dollars. Museum Security Guard Duties. Museum security guards wear many hats. Depending on the museum and its contents, they could be stationed at entry points to […]

Devastating Sadness Once Again

When tragedy strikes halfway around the globe, it shakes our sense of security at home. The New Zealand mosque shootings are the latest example of evil individuals bent on causing carnage and devastation in a house of worship. Members of churches, mosques and temples want to worship in peace, without worry that a madman will […]

Security Guards at Marijuana Dispensaries

Since California made recreational marijuana legal, over 350 licensed recreational marijuana stores have opened in the state—with more on the way. The nature of the product presents unique security issues. A Security Guard Presence.  Security guards at marijuana dispensaries are a necessity. Because of federal laws, transactions are cash-only meaning dispensaries must have a significant […]

Keeping Hubs Of Commerce Secure

Since online purchasing is growing tremendously in scope, fulfillment centers, whether Amazon, FedEx or the dozens of centers that enable ecommerce companies to easily warehouse and send merchandise to customers, security is critical. Attracting Criminals. Fulfillment centers contain large quantities of new merchandise (the type that’s easy to sell anonymously on the Internet). The hustle […]

When It Comes To Security, Will It Be Man Versus Machine?

Security robots are popping up at shopping centers, parking lots and office buildings. Are they the future of security? Security Robot Benefits. Security robots can do things that we humans can’t. With built-in sensors, they can detect dangerous toxins or smoke in the air. They can use facial recognition to spot potential shoplifters or other […]

Patron Screening Guidelines From Homeland Security

By now, we’re used to going through a screening checkpoint whenever we enter a stadium, concert venue, outdoor event or office building. In order for these screenings to be effective, those in charge of security must not only make sure that prohibited items are not allowed to enter, but the screening process runs smoothly so […]