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Exterior Patrolling

  Exterior (outside) patrolling in my opinion is just as important as doing an interior (inside) patrolling. Conducting an exterior patrol has a lot of benefits when it comes to identifying the following: Hazards : Security Professional should look for anything that might pose as a safety hazard such as potential o    Slip & Falls : Cam hold a company liable for injury that may be cost. Can cost a business thousands of dollars in legal fees o    Fire Hazards : Can cause the fire marshal/commissioner to come onto the property to cite the business owner for Fire Code violations o    Broken infrastructure: Such as cracks in concrete or wooden structures that could cause a structure to collapse   o    Broken equipment: some sites such as construction sites or any sites that may use heavy machinery could be broken or malfunctioning o    Unsafe walkways/pathways: debris can be in the way of establishing a clear path to travel onto   Safety: Try to identify anything that m

Basics of Patrolling

Patrolling plays a huge vital role in the security profession whether it be done by  foot,  in a  vehicle , or  virtual.  Think of patrolling as your meat & potatoes to providing effective security services We will discuss the 3 main types of patrol that a lot of security companies utilize. We will also go over the pros and cons of patrolling, and discuss a little bit about the  Kansas City Preventive Patrol Experiment   Foot Patrol : Patrol is done on foot where it requires a security officer to walk around an established perimeter whether it be exterior or interior      Pros:   ·         The security professional can check to make sure doors are properly secured meaning no doors should be left open or propped open  ·         Dangerous hazards can be identified such as spills, broken equipment, broken glass, etc.  ·         Cost effective as in it does not cost as much money to have a security professional patrol on foot compared to a security professional patrolling inside a vehi

About Me

I have been working in the security industry for about 6 years now in the State of Colorado. I have worked in various security industries such as in Healthcare, Critical infrastructure, hospitality, construction, and working in one the states largest transportation hubs.  I currently hold an associates in criminal justice that I have earned from a accredited community college. I am currently working on earning my bachelor's degree through a 4 year accredited university.  I also hold numerous certificates of achievements and in training.  Throughout my 6 years of doing security, I also held many positions and titles. I have done unarmed and armed security. I also held titles of being a shift Supervisor all the way to Facility Supervisor. I also held specialized roles such as being a tactical response officer to one of the largest hospital system in the state.  I have a passion in education where I believe educating anyone who is interested in the security field should be easily acce

Message to the Readers

Welcome, readers, to a captivating journey into the intricate realm of security. It is with great pleasure that I extend my warmest welcome and sincere gratitude for joining me on this blog, where I aim to provide an insightful glimpse into the fascinating world of protecting people and property.  As  a security professional with a rich background spanning five years, I am thrilled to share my expertise and experiences with you. This blog serves as a platform to offer an exclusive insider’s perspective, shedding light on the multifaceted dimensions of the security field. My personal journey in security has been marked by diverse roles and notable accomplishments. From humble beginnings as an unarmed security officer to my being a facility supervisor. I have garnered valuable insights and honed my skills in a range of settings. I have had the privilege of working in critical infrastructure security, retail security, loss prevention, asset protection, event security, hospitality se