When business owners and property managers consider facility protection strategies, they often focus on mitigating outside threats. However, not all threats are from outside sources. Workplace violence is a significant facility protection concern. Employees and clients can present particularly challenging threats for security professionals to manage due in no small part to their knowledge of […]
As vaccines spread and restrictions ease, businesses in every industry are moving forward with plans to reopen. This isn’t always an easy prospect, however. Many managers and business owners must work hard to ensure that their visitors and employees are protected at every stage. To that end, many companies are creating their own guidelines for […]
If the last few years have taught us anything, it’s that disasters can happen when we least expect them. Emergency preparedness is vital for individuals and businesses alike. Business owners and managers in Maryland and the District of Columbia must stay up-to-date with all physical threats and risks facing their properties. Working with a team […]
Keeping properties safe from physical threats demands a very specific skill set. Security guards must be familiar with the basics of physical security strategies, crime detection, access control, and emergency preparedness. However, security know-how isn’t the only thing that matters. Soft skills can make the difference between a decent security guard and an invaluable one. […]
Is your building secure when you’re not around? Criminals often strike at night to take advantage of the cover that darkness can provide, and fewer employees and visitors on site can make theft and vandalism much easier. Facility protection is crucial at all times, not just during business hours. Security guards and mobile patrols can […]