Introduction to the Security Industry

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Security Professional Person Property Information.

undefined. Duties of any Security Guard are: Any security guard carries out these responsibilities consistently as part of their duties. 1. Protection of Property Protection of property refers to the actions taken to safeguard and secure physical assets, premises, or belongings from theft, damage, or unauthorized access. It involves implementing measures to prevent theft, vandalism, trespassing, and other potential threats to property security. Security guards play a crucial role in maintaining the security and integrity of properties by conducting patrols, monitoring surveillance systems, controlling access, and responding to incidents or emergencies..

undefined. 2. Protection of Information Property can include “company secrets” and information, such as contained in computer data files which is becoming an area of increasing concern as more organizations more to electronic data storage. Protection of Persons Persons are protected, such as through the detection of emergencies (e.g., fire), access control of persons to a location, protecting personal property (e.g., security professionals are hired to watch backpacks and bags deposited at store entrances), or providing safe walk services to employees after hours..

undefined. Executive protection is also known as serving as a bodyguard. Discuss strategies for ensuring the safety of an individual in this type of circumstance. Executive protection is a highly specialized area of security work. As part of the task of ensuring the safety of a client a security professional needs to analyze and assess risk, and develop strategies to minimize risk to their client..

undefined. Roles and Responsibilities: Patrolling Alarm system monitoring and response Access control Observing and reporting criminal activity Directing traffic Emergency response Report writing Arresting those found committing a crime.

undefined. Patrolling Patrolling is one of the most prevalent areas of activity for uniformed security professionals. It includes both the patrol of the interior of offices and industrial buildings and the maintenance of external perimeter security. It should be emphasized that this aspect of security work has a dual purpose. Firstly, the presence of a uniform security officer is to promote feelings of safety to the employees and occupiers of a client site, and to deter criminal and other forms of unwanted activity. The second purpose of the uniform security officer is to detect and report criminal activity and to deal with any other incident that may occur within the area of their responsibility..

undefined. Alarm Alarm systems Response. Most commercial buildings will have some form of alarm system. These can range from fairly simple systems, to quite complex ones with door and window sensors, motion and glass break detectors, smoking and flood detectors, and may even have closed circuit TV systems. As part of their regular duties security professionals may monitor the systems and respond to any activations..

Access control. Access control Security professionals are often employed in large office complexes where they are required to control access to the building or site. This usually entails checking that persons entering the building have the relevant documentation to do so, and where that is not the case to direct persons to reception to sign in and obtain visitors passes. Observing and reporting. The primary duty of uniformed security professionals is to observe, report and contain. Facilitate discussion about the range of incidents participants may encounter, detailed report taking, communication of the events to emergency services, and security supervisors. This may also be a suitable opportunity to introduce concepts of safe working practices..

undefined. 5. Traffic control. Some locations where security professionals are required to work may have a traffic management plan for managing vehicles entering the site. A security professional may also be required to check contractor vehicles in and out of the location. At busy times the security professional may have to direct traffic to maintain safety at the location. Emergency response. This area of security activity is probably one of the most crucial in protecting people and property. Facilitate discussion about the various types of emergencies a security officer may be required to respond to. Examples can be fire, flooding, angry personnel, bomb threats, and labour action..

undefined. Report writing. This is an opportunity to introduce participants to the need to keep detailed notes during their work time. Many security companies keep return logs of the activities carried out by the security professional during his or her shift. Critical incidents such as fire, flood, theft, or assault require an additional detailed occurrence report. Participants should attempt to follow best practice and maintain a detailed note book from this point forward. 8. Arresting those found committing a crime. Loss prevention officers frequently detect and arrest individuals for shoplifting..

undefined. Security License Classes: There are two classes of security licenses as follows: Alberta Basic Security Training (ABST) Alberta Investigator Training (AIT).

undefined. Security Guard Uniform and License: • Security License for businesses or individuals issued under the Security Services and Investigator Act (SSIA) (Section 34). • The security uniform is the responsibility of the employer, and the employer must obtain approval for the specific design of the security uniform must receive official approval under the authority of the Security Services and Investigator Act (SSIA). • Each individual must undergo their own training and achieve a minimum passing score of 80% on the exam to obtain this license. It cannot be transferred from one person or employee to another. • You can transfer this Security License to another province without going through the training and exam process again; having their provincial security license allows conversion across all of Canada..

OBSERVE DETER REPORT Call to your Company/Supervisor OR Call 911 in case of criminal activity.

undefined. Licensing of security professionals in Alberta: 18 years of age at the time of application. Canadian citizen or legally entitled to work in Canada. Competent, and of good character. No serious criminal record for which no pardon has been received. No outstanding criminal charges, and must not be the subject of an ongoing criminal investigation..

undefined. Licensing requirements: Successful completion of approved training course for class of licence being sought. The Alberta Basic Security Training course applies to the following classes of licence: Security Services Loss Prevention Executive Protection Patrol Dog Handler Alarm Responder.

undefined. undefined. undefined. Successful completion of approved training course for baton, if permission to carry a baton is being sought. Without the designation of a Peace Officer, you cannot claim yourself as a peace officer..

undefined. undefined. Conclusion: In summary, you now have a good understanding of what's expected from a security professional and how you can meet those expectations. The law sets the rules for your job, your employer decides where and how you work, but being outstanding in your field is entirely up to you. Getting a security professional license is just the first of many choices you'll make in your career. If you act professionally, follow the law, and respect your organization, you're not only setting a good example but also gaining notice for the right reasons. As a uniformed security professional, you're unique, so remember the best practices we just covered to make a positive impression.

Public Complaints and Security Professional: The Security Services and Investigators Act allows for complaints against security professionals. A complaint against an individual holding a security licence must be made within 90 days of the occurrence of the alleged incident and in accordance with the following process..

undefined. 1) What is the primary role of a security guard/security professional? What are the main components of patrolling performed by uniformed security professionals? What are the responsibilities of security professionals regarding alarm systems? What are some common threats to property security? 5) What is the definition of "protection of property"?.