Browsing Archive: October, 2020

From CPO To Chauffeur

Posted by Alex Davis on Wednesday, October 21, 2020, In : Chauffeur Service

The close protection industry is having a tough time of it right now and as a result considerable numbers of SIA licence holders are looking to jump ship and enter the world of chauffeuring.

Sounds great in theory, but Alex Davis takes a closer look and advises the jumpers to do their homework first.

“It would genuinely be interesting to know the number of close protection licence holders who’ve never actually used their badge of honour on task, although it must be a significant percentag...

What makes a good CPO ?

Posted by Dan Jenkins on Wednesday, October 21, 2020, In : Close Protection Advice

So what is today’s close protection and what makes a good Close Protection Officer (CPO)?

I can honestly say I’ve experienced the good, the bad and certainly the ugly sides of the industry, in various corners of the world with personnel of virtually every background. Even with the best experience and training, it always comes down to the individual and how they approach their Principal (the VIP), the client (the company which has engaged you), the task, their team mates and, importantly, t...

Car Security Tips

Posted by Edward Dunn on Wednesday, October 14, 2020, In : Car Security

Crime figures suggest that ever-smarter car security features are making life difficult for would-be thieves. Owners can minimise the risk of vehicle-related theft even further by topping up inbuilt security features with additional protective measures, and by following basic precautions to stay safe.

Regardless of how many precautions you take, it is essential to have the right type of insurance cover, so that if thieves strike, you’re not left high and dry.

Do I still need to pay attention ...

Factory Security

Posted by Steve Morris on Wednesday, October 14, 2020, In : Factory Security

Factory Security North West. No matter what your factory may produce and hold, it’s paramount to both workers and people outside that the building is secure. Cutting corners may be cheaper, but it also lends more room for safety issues and for things to go wrong. We’ve comprised a list of some of the most important things to consider about factory security so that you can be sure your North West Factory premises are safe.

Strong security policies must be enforced and kept

Before we even get...

Healthcare Security

Posted by Sharon Williams on Tuesday, October 13, 2020, In : Healthcare Security

Healthcare Security North West. Before I found myself fully submerged in the security industry I used to wonder what security staff did all day. What I usually saw were people in uniforms standing around, sometimes in groups who appeared to be waiting for something to happen. Sound familiar? I didn’t wonder what other first responders did all day, I seemed to know or at least thought I knew. Fire, police and paramedics all have highly identifiable roles leaving no question in mind. In healt...

Keeping Your Restaurant Safe

Posted by Mary Jones on Monday, October 12, 2020, In : Restaurant Security

Restaurant security Manchester should be one of the biggest priorities for owners of a restaurant operation, especially when you consider how much cash and credit card transactions are made at your business every day, and sometimes on more than one shift. It is too easy to get complacent and take the “it won’t happen to us” approach. You need to get your safety and security measurements up to speed from the moment your business opens.

In order to be protected against all manner of safety...

Career as a Door Supervisor

Posted by Mathew Holt on Sunday, October 11, 2020, In : Becoming A Door Supervisor

Want to get into a career as a door supervisor? Well here are a few requirements to give you an idea of if you are right for the job.

You must be 18 years of age or older to meet the requirements of Door Supervisor training

Flexibility

Door supervisor work requires a certain degree of flexibility with your availability. Generally speaking, peak times for supervising work are evenings and weekends. 9 to 5 jobs may be available, but it’s likely you’ll be required to work unsociable hours. Bein...

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