A Multi-Layered Approach to Security

With security taking on increased importance in every aspect of our lives, schools, businesses, events and anywhere lives and property could be at risk, a multi-layered approach to security must be implemented. Not long ago, many business owners thought well-placed, visible security cameras would be enough to discourage crime, or a guard gate at the […]

Customer Shows Appreciation to Store Security Guard

A customer at a Phoenix area grocery store wanted to acknowledge how much she appreciates the store’s security guard, Lee Blake. Customer Denise Lawless-Degley sought to let Blake know how much he was appreciated so she contacted a local CBS affiliate and nominated him for a “Pay It Forward” segment. Lawless-Degley said Blake not only […]

Big Box Stores Are Prime Targets For Shoplifters

When people think of the type of stores most likely to be robbed, liquor or convenience stores come to mind, but a large percentage of robberies occur in big box stores. The high priced goods at some of these stores can be quickly sold on the black market. Organized theft rings make it a practice […]

Preventing Theft From Your Non-Profit

You hear about it on the news and are shocked—a treasurer of a PTA or Little League was arrested for stealing tens of thousands of dollars from the nonprofit. In one case, the volunteer treasurer of both a youth soccer association in Anaheim and the International Seafarers Center in Long Beach was charged with stealing […]

Gun Violence Strikes Again in the Workplace

The latest workplace tragedy, at a manufacturing plant in Aurora, Illinois where a just-fired employee shot and killed five co-workers, brings up the same question we ask every time an event like this occurs: what could have been done to prevent the horrendous act? It appears that the shooter did not have the legal right […]

Security Guard Saves Young Girl’s Life

The role of a security guard is more than just stopping bad guys. In some cases, it’s saving someone’s life. A security guard at a healthcare facility recently prevented a toddler from running into traffic after she somehow managed to walk out the main door and head for a busy street. The security office noticed […]

Preventing Graffiti On Private Property

Graffiti is everywhere–on public and private property. In Los Angeles alone, the city estimates crews clean up over 30 million square feet of graffiti per year. When vandals spray paint a retail or office building, business can suffer as customers or clients are intimidated by the markings. Here are steps to discourage graffiti vandals from […]

School Security – What’s Changed After The Parkland Shooting

As we approach the one-year anniversary of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in Parkland, Florida, it’s encouraging to note that school safety has improved in many parts of the country. In Florida, security guards are now required at every public school. In Broward County where the Parkland shooting occurred, the school district says […]

A Security Officer’s Duties

Here are some of security guard activities allowed by law. Detain Offenders. Many people wonder whether a security guard can make an arrest. Security guards are not police officers—and only police offers can make arrests. However, it is lawful for a security guard to restrain an individual until police arrive (known as a “citizen’s arrest”). […]

Security Safeguards When Alcohol Is Served

Having alcohol available at an event requires another layer of security. While the majority of people know when they’ve had enough, there will always be a percentage of individuals who over consume and cause trouble. Experienced event security guards at the event can help keep guests sober and well behaved. Require ID Guests wishing to […]