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Tense Situations & Security Guards: De-escalation Tips You Can Use
Tense Situations & Security Guards: De-escalation Tips You Can Use The job of a security guard can vary greatly from day to day. Some days may be filled with routine patrols and reports, while other days you may encounter a threatening or dangerous security situation. You never know what kinds of threats you may face,…
Read MoreThe Role of Warehouse Security Officers
The Role of Warehouse Security Officers One of the greatest unwanted costs for business owners is theft. It is an unfortunate reality that thieves, which can even include your own employees, target businesses with valuable merchandise that they can resell for a profit. Warehouses can be big targets for this kind of criminal activity, which…
Read MoreWhat Every Security Guard Needs to Know About COVID-19
What Every Security Guard Needs to Know About COVID-19 Since March, the country has been experiencing an upheaval of daily life due to the outbreak of the coronavirus. The “new normal” for many cities throughout the nation was defined by shuttered businesses, stay-at-homes orders, rising unemployment rates and general uncertainty as to what else the…
Read MorePrivate Security Guard Services During Covid-19 Pandemic
Private Security Guard Services During COVID-19 Pandemic The last few months have been a whirlwind for many business owners across the United States. From forced closures and limited openings to mask orders and other social distancing regulations, many businesses have had to shut their doors permanently or completely change the way they do business. For…
Read MoreLesser Known Benefits of Hiring Security Guards for Your Business
Lesser Known Benefits of Hiring Security Guards for Your Business When your company chooses to hire a team of guards to protect your business, you are getting much more than security. Studies have shown that the presence of security guards in a workplace can have a positive impact on employee productivity, morale and retention. Smart…
Read MoreAddressing Security Concerns in Places of Worship
Addressing Security Concerns in Places of Worship It is an unfortunate reality that many places deemed as safe havens have become targets for terrorist activity. Arenas, festival grounds and even places of worship have experienced their fair share of violence in recent years. Churches, synagogues and mosques have all been sites of terrorist acts perpetrated…
Read MoreKeeping Your Business Safe During Riots and Looting
Keeping Your Business Safe During Riots and Looting Business owners across the country have been hit hard in recent months. The COVID-19 pandemic closed many businesses or completely changed the way they have had to do business. Just as businesses were beginning to reopen, riots and looting have left many businesses dealing with smashed windows,…
Read More5 Ways to Protect Your Workplace From a Fired Employee
5 Ways to Protect Your Workplace From a Fired Employee Terminating an employee is never an easy task for an owner or manager. However, it is a necessary part of running a business. When terminating an employee from a position, there is always a chance that they will react with violence, aggression or retaliation. Companies…
Read More3 Key Benefits to Outsourcing Your Security Guard Services
3 Key Benefits to Outsourcing Your Security Guard Services Many businesses outsource aspects of their operations, especially those that are outside their areas of expertise. Businesses may hire cleaning companies, marketing agencies and freelancers to help them achieve their goals in business and day-to-day operations. Some companies prefer to keep everything in-house by hiring staff…
Read MoreHow to Know If You Need Temporary Security Guard Services
How To Know If You Need Temporary Security Guard Services At Off Duty Officers, we understand that not every business or individual needs security 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are many circumstances, especially as we continue to endure the COVID-19 outbreak, that you may find it more beneficial and cost-effective to…
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