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TOP TIPS FOR PROTECTING YOUR BUSINESS PREMISES

TOP TIPS FOR PROTECTING YOUR BUSINESS PREMISES

While your business premises might feel very secure during daylight hours when operations are in full swing, it can be the complete opposite after dark once everyone has gone home and you have shut up shop.

Here are some tips to help keep your business premises secure after hours.

Don’t Leave Cash On the Premises

This one is really a no brainer. Thieves like “portable wealth”, stuff that’s easy to carry, and cash is the very best kind. When other items are lifted, they then have to be sold and converted into cash. Don’t make things easy for potential intruders, and don’t tempt any of your employees by blatantly leaving cash around.

Lighting Is Important

Thieves and vandals love moving about under the cover of darkness. Therefore, a business that is cloaked in darkness makes for a perfect target. When the premises are well lit – including having some internal lights on – it’s a major deterrent to most intruders.

Use Quality Locks

Cheap locks won’t keep a determined intruder out. Locks are worth spending a bit of money on, and this includes locks for the windows and not just the doors.

Install An Alarm System

Quality locks and a well lit area are a great start, but installing an alarm system takes things up a level. The harder you can make it for thieves or intruders to get in, the better. No undesirable is going to hang about with an alarm screaming in their ears.

Only Give Keys and Alarm Codes To Trusted Employees

You will likely need to allow other staff access to the business premises, but be very careful about the employees you actually give out keys and alarm codes to. You want to be sure they are the most trusted, and preferably have worked for you for some time.

Install CCTV

Just the sight of cameras around the perimeter of the building can often be enough to repel potential break and enters. CCTV also gives you footage of everything that’s been going on after hours, and many of these systems can be hooked up to the internet so you can monitor things from home if need be.

Hire Regal Security

To really top off your complete business security agenda, it’s a wise idea to hire professional security services like those offered by Regal Security & Industry Training. We service both the Gold Coast and Brisbane areas. All our security guards and staff are highly trained professionals with years of experience.

So when thinking security Brisbane or security Gold Coast, be sure to give Regal Security a call first. We can supply you with static security guards or mobile K9 patrols.

Your complete protection is our guarantee.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN STATIC SECURITY AND CROWD CONTROL?

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN STATIC SECURITY AND CROWD CONTROL?

Security services come in many forms and are required for a multitude of different purposes. Sometimes it can be on a more personal level, such as with VIP security or bodyguard services. However, two of the more common security services that are often required are:

  1. Static security
  2. Crowd control

While qualified and experienced security personnel are required for each, these two types of security can be quite different, requiring knowledge and skills to cope effectively and efficiently in each scenario.

Let’s briefly look at what’s required in each situation.

Static Security Services

You see static security guards just about everywhere. Quite possibly it is the most common form of security services there is. Static security guards take a post inside and outside banks, at convenience stores, patrolling industrial areas and housing estates, manning at post at security gates. You will also find security guards in hospitals, on public transport, around government buildings and resource projects. Even construction sites.

They’re everywhere.

The role of the static security guard is to essentially man a post to make sure unauthorised people don’t enter a premises or restricted area, the protection of property, check credentials, diffuse any potential trouble or disputes, and generally just keep a keen eye on everything.

Static security guards are there to protect everyone and everything within their designated zone and jurisdiction.

Crowd Control Security Services

In some ways crowd control can be similar when the crowd is still, as guards are statically keeping an eye on things, but is quite different when crowds are actually on the move.

Crowd control security services are found in all major events, such as:

  • Sporting events
  • Concerts
  • Political summits
  • Community functions
  • Festivals
  • Revelry (such as New year’s Eve)
  • Private parties and functions

Crowd control security services will often both direct crowds in the direction they are to travel as well as be a source of information. Just as importantly, crowd control is on hand to quell any disruption to proceedings, nullify fights and disputes, and maintain a high level of order so everyone can enjoy the event and nothing gets out of hand.

This type of security can be particularly challenging when trouble erupts, and it takes a team of highly skilled professionals to effectively manage large crowds with a minimum of trouble or personal injury.

Quality Security Services – Gold Coast and Brisbane

Whether you require the services of static security guards or effective and professional crowd control for your event, the team to call on both in Brisbane and on the Gold Coast is Regal Security & Industry Training.

Our team of highly-trained security personnel are fully equipped to handle any security task, and we particularly excel in crowd control situations and static security posts. We set the bar very high in this industry and guarantee you the most efficient and effective security services available.

Regal Security is your #1 security company in South-East Queensland.

WHAT SECURITY ROLE SUITS YOU BEST

WHAT SECURITY ROLE SUITS YOU BEST

Security in one form or another is just about everywhere these days if you observe your surroundings. Even many modern housing estates have a security guard manning the gate or patrolling the grounds after dark. In a world of ever-increasing crime rates, the need for security services continues to increase and expand.

Now more than ever it’s a great time to get involved in the business and choose a role in security as your next career move. But which role suits you best? After all, you not only want to be good at your job, but you want to enjoy your work as well.

Some common roles of a security guard include:

Static security
Crowd control
K9 security
Mobile security patrols
VIP security
Bodyguard
Cash in transit
With a career and training in the security services industry, some even branch off into fields such as private investigation, or go on to establish their very own security firms. This industry is growing all the time, so there’s always going to be work available for security personnel in all formats.

If you prefer to be on the go, then a role in static security might feel a bit restrictive. Other personality types prefer the more sedentary role of static security detail. For those who don’t like to be stuck in the same location day after day, K9 security – where you get to go on patrol with man’s best friend – or VIP security might be more up your alley. The cash in transit role enables you to get out and about as well, but comes with the increased risk of being responsible for large sums of money. Still, it can be a more exciting detail.

If you decide to become a specialist in VIP security, you could find yourself up close and personal with some of the world’s most famous people when they come to visit the area. As a VIP security guard it is your job to attend to the needs and protection of the VIP and sometimes their entourage. This can be a very interesting, varied and rewarding career for those in the industry.

If you want to get into security, take a little time to really consider the options and what would suit your personality type the most. Sometimes you might start out in a more passive and static role, but if you have the ambition to go further, you can get there with the right attitude, motivation and proper training.

The very best and most affordable security courses on the Gold Coast and Brisbane are offered by Regal Security & Industry Training, so reach out and get in touch today to discuss your next career move with us.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A SECURITY SERVICE

WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A SECURITY SERVICE

Professional Security firms are often members of peak industry associations, are adequately insured, train their employees well, use only appropriately licensed personnel, provide wages and conditions in accordance with the lawful industrial instrument and have good reputations. To help assess the credentials of a security provider, some of the key criteria to consider include:

 

 

  • Adequate / current insurance cover – view documents and ensure that they are current and provide coverage suitable to your requirements.

 

  • A good reputation – investigate the firm’s reputation to ensure that they have maintained good relationships with customers, are trustworthy and dependable.

 

  • References – requestand check references to obtained a valuable insight as to the reliability and performance of the security firm. Using online business search tools to check trading history can be very helpful.

 

  • Training – review the security companies training regime and request supporting documentation to support their assertions.

 

  • Equipment – ensure equipment to be provided by the security firm is fit for the purpose and meets all work health and safety requirements.

 

  • Rates – understanding financial arrangements with the security company regarding the planned invoicing cycle, rise and fall of cost management, cost drivers, rate reviews, additional charges and award/agreement impact.

 

  • Written Contract – defining the rights and responsibilities between client and security firm should be detailed and written, including dispute resolution processes, contract review, extensions and termination.

 

  • Management – experienced management personnel with specialist expertise in the security industry will ensure effective delivery and well-trained and supervised staff.

 

  • Crowd Controllers / Security Officers – you should request evidence that only appropriate licensed and trained personnel work on site, always ask for copies of Security License, First Aid Certificate, Security Operations Certificate, RSA Certificate and any other relevant certifications to meet your requirements.