Posts by ODO Administrator
Does Your Winter Event Need Security?
Does Your Winter Event Need Security? The winter is upon us, and it is officially the holiday season. During the months of November and December, there are many events that take place to celebrate a number of special holidays. From corporate events to outdoor parades, event producers are busy during this time of year. Experienced…
Read MoreHow Security Guards Can Address Workplace Violence
How Security Guards Can Address Workplace Violence The issue of workplace violence has gained attention in the media through high profile and horrific cases. However, the issue is much more complex and often more subtle. Research indicates that most workplace violence is non-fatal and may include acts such as harassment, bullying and intimidation, not shootings…
Read More5 Reasons Why You Might Need Personal Security
5 Reasons Why You Might Need Personal Security Security threats can come at any time and happen to people from all walks of life. No one is immune to possible threat. Some individuals are more prone to dangerous situations because of their jobs, reputations or high-profile statuses. Personal security guards can often mean the difference…
Read MoreIs Fire Watch Security Important for Your Business?
Is Fire Watch Security Important for Your Business? Fires can be destructive anywhere, but especially when they impact a business or residential community. Extreme property loss and potential loss of human life can be devastating when a fire breaks out. To avoid this kind of disaster, it helps to understand how fires can start in…
Read MoreHow to Protect Your Residents Against Package Theft
How to Protect Your Residents Against Package Theft Since March of 2020, online retailers across the globe have seen an uptick in sales in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Even as businesses have opened their doors to customers and more and more people are becoming comfortable being out in public, many still rely on the…
Read More5 Reasons Why Hospitals Need Security
5 Reasons Why Hospitals Need Security Many people are under the misconception that hospitals are always orderly, highly-orchestrated settings in which security is a non-issue. However, hospitals can be unpredictable places. With large numbers of people in and out of the facility daily, high tensions and frequent emergency situations, a hospital setting often requires professional…
Read MoreHow to Prevent a Robbery at Your Business
How to Prevent a Robbery at Your Business A robbery at your business can mean more than just financial losses. It can impact the morale of your staff and the reputation of your business. It is critical that business owners take steps to prevent robberies at their business before a crime takes place. Few businesses…
Read More4 Tips for Staying Safe in a Large Crowd
4 Tips for Staying Safe in a Large Crowd Being aware of your surroundings is paramount to staying safe in any given circumstances. Situational awareness is key to assessing risks and threats and to knowing what actions you will take should a safety concern arise. As more and more municipalities across the country are opening…
Read More4 Halloween Safety Tips for Businesses
4 Halloween Safety Tips for Businesses With another Halloween around the corner, it can be a time of spooky family fun and a celebration of the fall season. Sometimes, bad actors may take the holiday as an excuse to wreak havoc through vandalism, theft or other actions that are against the law. If you are…
Read MoreIs Your Car Dealership Secure?
Is Your Car Dealership Secure? In the last two years, authorities have seen a rise in car thefts. Valuable parts, such as catalytic converters, can offer a small but solid payday when they are exchanged at a scrap metal dealer. Auto dealerships who specialize in either new or used cars are not immune to vehicle…
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