Helpful Tips To Improve Your Security Guard Service

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 In : Security Guards

Review The Supervision System For Security Guards

Having a security contractor with adequate systems for remotely supervising your security guards is one of the most important factors for ensuring a good service. If your security contractor is not providing adequate supervision, your security guards will not be properly trained and unmotivated to carry out their duties to a good standard.

Also, when your security guards aren't supervised they often feel that the job they are performing isn't ...
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Hiring Cheap Security Guards Is A Bad Option

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 In : Security Guards

Do you really believe the low cost bid will provide you with an effective security guard? many organisations hire security guards because they 'have to' or in order to compete for business or employees, or to make customers feel more safe. Many companies don't care if the security guard can do the job effectively, they just want a warm body on site.

The mentality of hiring security guards has not changed over the years, in most cases it is still 'the lowest bid' gets the work. These low priced...
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Spartan Security Guards

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Wednesday, July 6, 2016 In : Security Guards

Spartan 24 Hour Security provide professional SIA licened security guards for the North West of England. Security guards are physically fit with good verbal and written skills. Self defence trained with a great deal of common sense. Spartan 24 Hour Security provide more than just a body, security staff use their initiative and can think on their feet.

Spartan 24 Hour Security also provide security motorcycle patrols which are more cost effective than a static security guard. Motorcycle patrol...
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Security Work

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Wednesday, June 15, 2016 In : Homeland Security

Security personnel work for all kinds of organisations and businesses, where buildings, property and people need protection. They work to prevent theft and other criminal activities and to alert police when the need arises. Typical tasks for security personnel include door supervision. Working in a nightclub, bar or public house, sometimes covering events and private functions. Typical duties of a door supervisor are checking people before they enter a premises to confirm identity, making sur...
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Security Motorcycle Patrols For Commercial And Industrial Premises

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Thursday, May 5, 2016 In : Mobile Motorcycle Patrols

Security motorcycle patrols are a cost effective and efficient way of safeguarding business premises. Motorcycles are faster and more manoeuvrable than a car or van. Can cut through traffic, making the response time to an emergency much quicker than a four wheel security vehicle. Spartan 24 Hour Security provide such a service.

The motorcycles are utilised for motorcycle escort, close protection and event duties as well. Additionally, security motorcycle patrols respond to calls for backup, al...
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Hotel Security Guards

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 In : Security Guards

Working in hotel security can be a rewarding job, a high level of common sense and being a people person makes the job a lot easier. Security guards protect guests and their valuables as well as hotel staff. They usually patrol the hotel, it’s car park and sometimes the grounds. They also help out on reception when needed and greet new guests and answer any questions. That’s why when working in hotel security it’s vital to know you’re way round the hotel and know how it runs, includin...

The Skills Of A Door Supervisor

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Saturday, April 2, 2016 In : Skills For Security

It takes a certain kind of person to work as a doorman. In my time I've seen them all, so-called big hard men who go missing when a bad incident occurs. Cocky younger doormen who have plenty of verbal but can't back it up, not forgetting the odd psycho who wants to fight anyone. I remember my first night as a doorman, working at a nightclub for someone. I was put with a tough old bloke, one of the old-school doormen, who acted first and thought about it later. I got rather a lot of exercise w...

Female Security Personnel

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Tuesday, March 15, 2016 In : Security Guards

Female security personnel are a must in any security company. People have no hesitation in approaching a female security officer for help, as sometimes they feel reluctant to approach a male. Female security personnel are good at diffusing bad situations such as angry aggressive people.

Alison is a prime example of a highly professional security guard, who is great at dealing with angry people, which I've witnessed myself. She responds calmly and with empathy, stays in control, and can diff...
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Role Of A Security Guard

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Tuesday, March 8, 2016 In : Security Guards

In our society it is important to have professional protection and security. Due to the growing crime rates and a reduction in the amount of police officers, a lot more people are having some form of security service in their home and work premises. A security guard service is one of them. Guards are employed to protect people, offices and sometimes homes. There are many security companies that provide such a service, some good others not so good. Decent security guards are well trained, phys...

Working in Close Protection

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Tuesday, March 1, 2016 In : Close Protection

Close Protection work is the top end of the security chain. If you gain the right experience and develop the right contacts you'll get the work. I know someone based in Hollywood, he looks after quite a few celebrities and high ranking people in the business world. Most of his work is generated by word of mouth. Where you're located is an important factor and something to think about if you're seriously thinking about a career as a CPO ( Close Protection Operative ). Attending a CPO course is...
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Professional Security Services

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Sunday, December 20, 2015 In : Homeland Security

Spartan 24 Hour Security provide more than just a body. Our security staff are mature experienced individuals who have many years experience working at all levels of security and have a proven track record in the Security Industry. We are very selective in who we employ and make sure security staff keep updating their skills. Security staff are SIA Security Licenced, self defence and first aid trained.

Spartan 24 Hour Security provide Security Guards Door Supervisors Close Protection Operative...
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Benefits of having a Security Guard

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Thursday, March 5, 2015 In : Security Guards

Small businesses have to deal with the reality that thefts and other crimes can occur on business premises. Some businesses, such as supermarkets, banks and retail stores, may be more of a target for criminals and petty thieves than other types, but a wide variety of businesses choose to hire security guards. Guards can be used to prevent crime, maintain security, and assist customers and employees. Business owners should assess the benefits of hiring a security guard before making the decisi...
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The Venetian Casino China

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Thursday, January 29, 2015 In : Casino Security

The Venetian Casino is located in Macao China and the largest in the world.
In August 2007, The Venetian Macao was opened, the anchor property of Cotai Strip Resorts Macao, located approximately three kilometers from the Taipa Temporary Ferry Terminal. The Venetian Macao includes approximately 374,000 square feet of casino and gaming areas spread across exclusive VIP rooms and an expansive mass market gaming floor.

In addition to gaming facilities, The Venetian Macao features:

A 39-floor, five-s...

Security Guards

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Sunday, December 28, 2014 In : Security Guards

Warrington Security guards and private security officers vastly outnumber police officers worldwide. The role of the private security officer has never been more critical today with the constant threat of domestic terrorism. Security guards and private security officers are in a highly visible profession and are often placed in position of trusts. In many cases, they are the only watchful eye on a commercial property after-hours and we rely on their integrity and judgment.

Security officers fa...
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Maintaining knowledge and skills

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Monday, December 22, 2014 In : Skills For Security

Physical skills can erode over time placing a Door Supervisor and others at risk. It is therefore important that Door Supervisors frequently and safely practice their skills to keep them fresh and accurate. This will at certain points include formal training and recertification events, where a Door Supervisors competency in the skills will be assessed by a certified trainer. The frequency and approach to both work based practice and formal recertification events will be in line with the role,...
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What makes a good security company ?

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Saturday, July 6, 2013 In : Homeland Security

There are many security companies in the UK. Some good some bad, and some that shouldn't be operating. Providing a professional, reliable security service is important but there are many other factors that should be considered. Good communication with your client and fully understanding their requirements is important.

Looking after your security staff is a must. They are representing your company and undertaking the work. So if you treat your staff well they will perform well. Many companies...
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What makes a good Security Guard ?

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Friday, June 28, 2013 In : Security Guards

Most people in the security industry have their own idea of what makes a good security guard. At Spartan 24 Hour Security we look for several qualities in an individual and help them to gain new ones. Being a Security Guard isn't just sitting in an office watching CCTV and going on site patrols. Its making sure everything is in place when you come on site. From making sure the CCTV is working properly to checking the entire site including the perimeter fence.

Staying observant throughout the ...
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Close Protection

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Saturday, June 15, 2013 In : Personal Security

Close Protection (CP) is more widely known by the general public as the role undertaken by people calling themselves ‘Bodyguards’. It often conjures up the image of a large-framed individual sporting dark glasses and looking menacing much like the villain of many a modern film. The presence of a large and frightening individual as a fashion accessory to the rich and famous can act as a good deterrent to the over-enthusiastic fan, but it will not necessarily deter the mentally ill,...
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Copacabana New York

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Thursday, June 13, 2013 In : Nightclubs

New York Nightclub Security. Copacabana is New York City’s oldest Nightclub. Its the mecca for everything Latin Culture! Hip-swingers and fast-footed, the VIP guests come to party looking hot in their finest attire night after night. And since Copacabana’s relocation, the club can easily fit 4,000 party goers, an impressive feat in new York City. The surreal glowing palm trees and the latin rhythms will tantalize your senses and pull your body to the dance floor for a night of una...
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Largest cities in the world

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Thursday, June 13, 2013 In : Cities Of The World

This is a listing of the 26 most populated cities in the world (those having a population over eight million). Data are estimates from late 2005.

1. Tokyo-Yokohama, Japan - 33,200,000
2. New York, United States - 17,800,000
3. Sao Paulo, Brazil - 17,700,000
4. Seoul-Incheon, South Korea - 17,500,000
5. Mexico City, Mexico - 17,400,000
6. Osaka-Kobe-Kyoto, Japan - 16,425,000
7. Manila, Philippines - 14,750,000
8. Mumbai, India (formerly Bombay) - 14,350,000
9. Jakarta, Indonesia - 14,250,000
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