One of the reasons clients hire us when they need a new or upgraded security system design is because they know our only concerns with specifying certain brands is that it will meet client performance expectations, fit within their budget and has a low failure rate. Hikvision products seem to be meeting that criteria. So, why do we no longer specify this …
Open Door Policies
Do you have an unintended open-door policy? When a security consultant is called in to assess how a recent incident could have been prevented, almost always, we see how simple improvements to physical security could have prevented the security breach. Often, it’s a matter of someone letting trouble in through the front door – or side door, rear door, service …
Shooter Detection Systems
The latest workplace shooting (as I write this) took place in Virginia Beach May 31st. Twelve were killed and several more wounded. Authorities have yet to determine a motive for this latest tragedy. How do you prevent something when you don’t know what caused it? We don’t pretend to have the answers but we do know a few things that …
Certified Protection Professional
The consulting division of Safer Places is pleased to announce that company president David Sawyer has received a letter of congratulations from the ASIS International Professional Certification Board on his being recertified as a Certified Protection Professional (CPP). Through continuing education and volunteer work in the security industry, Mr. Sawyer is committed to staying current in the ever-evolving security industry. …
How well is your guard force supervised?
Yea, I know, your contract with Great Guards, Inc. says they will send a roving supervisor by to check on your security officers on a random, unannounced basis a couple of times per week. But who actually makes sure they are doing this and what does the supervisor actually do when he/she visits your property? Have they ever reported finding …