Despite the prevalence of digital technologies in the world, security services continue to grow year by year. In 2017 the security industry boasted over $89 billion dollars globally. The US alone accounts for nearly 24% of all security guard services.
Whether armed or unarmed, a security guard has a strategically filled duty belt. Standard items might include a flashlight, handcuffs, pepper spray and a baton. But what about beyond the duty belt? There are a few items an on-duty security
If you are a security guard working for a big security company, chances are all your gear is paid for by the firm. Or, you can purchase it, as needed, from the company using their great discounts. However, working for
The security alarm industry is a growing field. People are looking for ways to protect themselves, homes and families from fire, break-ins and other concerns. Plus, technology is making it so that security alarms are more efficient and effective than
Although robotics has taken center stage when it comes to security details, there are a few reasons why the human factor can never be completely replaced. There are consistent arguments that robots are cheaper than human capital because there are
Churches are widely recognized as a place for peace or a “safe haven”. Every week many different types of people enter a church to practice their faith or simply seeking comfort. On November 5th, 2017 a 26 year old man
The Alpine Bank robbery at the beginning of 2017 was one of our most popular articles of the year. Security Guard Brian Harrison’s heroics that day live on through a very dramatic video. Still, after we published the article we
Security Guard Safety Tips For the Holiday Season It’s that time of year again. The weather grows colder, the families come together, homes smell of delicious food and boast decorations, and retailers are salivating. The days following Thanksgiving up till
Future Security Systems: Robot Security Guards There is a fear that one-day robots will replace human jobs. This fear may be amplified by science fiction novels and Hollywood. It’s definitely not an unrealistic fear today as more companies are finding
Security Guard Industry Prepares for Terrorism in the Stadium It’s game day at Carrier Dome, home of Syracuse Orange football among many other sports teams. Excited fans are everywhere gathering around the stadium. Approximately 100 Department of Public Security (DPS)
