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What You Need to Know In order to legally work in Alberta, security guards must hold a current security service licence. While obtaining licensure is not necessarily difficult, a person interested in pursuing a career in security must be committed to the path due to the number of steps required. You must be willing to invest both time and money into your chosen employment field. In this blog post, we cover some of the most pertinent information needed when considering becoming a security guard in Alberta. Basic Eligibility Requirements The most important thing to consider when applying for your security service license is whether you meet all of the basic eligibility requirements. The Government of Alberta's official website lists the following standard requirements: Applicants must be 18 or older Applicants must not have a criminal background, including any pending charges Applicants must speak English fluently Applicants must meet standard Canadian work ...

 Get the Most Out of Your Consultation Are you a business owner planning your first security services consultation? Perhaps you already partner with a third-party security services team and want to update your current safety strategy. In either case, it's important to come prepared to your meeting. Below, we outline a few steps you can take ahead of time to ensure you make the most out of your consultation. Setting aside time prior to your meeting can help you and the security team of your choice develop a perfect action plan for protecting your business. 1) Make a List of Any Security Concerns Has your business experienced any security issues in the past? Are there any pressing security needs that you want addressed? Be sure to write them out and have your list ready at your appointment. This information can help a security team get a better idea of the issues your area has been having and gives them the opportunity to present solutions. Some example items on your list could inclu...

Security Doesn’t Have to Be Expensive If you’re like many business owners, you may be worried that investing in security is simply beyond your budget. Fortunately, that’s not the case! While there is definitely some flexibility in terms of how much you spend on your security plan, establishing a solid security strategy is affordable for virtually every business. Prevent Costly Repairs and Replacements Reducing the likelihood of a security incident can go a long way in terms of costs. Think about it this way: If you spend a monthly fee on security guard services, it could take, quite possibly, years to spend the same amount that you would replacing missing inventory and repairing vandalized property. Just one major security breach could put you thousands of dollars in the hole. Thinking about your company’s protection services long-term is a must. Bypass the Employee Payroll Fees When you hire a third-party security firm, you’ll save money in certain areas. Consider the fact that you wo...

Extra Help When You Need It It's no secret that hospitals have been put under more stress than normal in the last year and a half. The pandemic has created an overflow of patients in many facilities, and hospital staff have been stretched thinner than ever. Despite the chaos of the year, it's important to not overlook one vital area of any organization's operations: Security. Unfortunately, threats to hospital security are as present as ever. To prevent a criminal from taking advantage of the pandemic's havoc, invest in security guards to protect your patients, their visitors, and your staff members. Patient Protection Hospitals can see a lot of foot traffic day to day. With all the hustle and bustle of patients coming in and out of the facility, it's easy to lose track of who's in the building. Between visitors, delivery personnel, and third-party maintenance staff, it's nearly impossible for hospital staff to keep tabs on everyone. Security guards are the ...

Security is Essential, Day or Night It's easy to think of security as something you only need to think about during the day when traditional businesses are open. However, it's just as essential to make sure your business is protected during the evening hours. This precaution is especially true for the nightlife industry. Whether you own a club, bar, pub, or even a hotel, if your business sees visitors at night, there are many reasons partnering with a third-party security company could help you and your customers feel more secure. Visibility It's fairly obvious that when it comes to nightlife, it's harder to spot safety issues. For example, during the day, it's much easier to notice a person loitering around a doorway or someone hanging out in a parking area near the cars. Contracting security guards to remain present at your site at night helps identify potential safety problems that are easily missed in the dark. They offer a professional set of eyes, trained to s...

Effective Communication is a Must The relationship between a third-party security guard and the team at their assigned location is a unique one. Because the security guard is not a direct employee of the site, it's necessary for the site personnel to keep the guard up to date on vital information about their business. Likewise, the security guard must know when to ask questions and how to be flexible when challenges arrive. In today's post, we discuss some strategies for developing open communication between all members involved in a security plan. Keep Assumptions to a Minimum As with many things in life, it's imperative to not make assumptions about a security guard or a site. For example, a business owner should not assume that a third-party security guard is aware of the parking deck construction that is happening near the business. Similarly, a security guard should not assume that a business owner has the same security background they have. Overcommunication is always...

Higher-Crime Locations Require Security Guards Finding a good place to lease or buy a property can be challenging. Often, there is more availability in less desirable areas, and for some companies, locating a business in a more vulnerable area makes financial sense. However, this decision can leave a company more exposed to criminal activity, and this is when it is essential to have live security guards. High-volume crime statistics can keep many companies away, but in some cases, this may be the only way to open a shop. Sometimes a neighborhood's crime rates may increase after the decision to locate the business there. In this case, it becomes more complicated because moving may involve breaking a lease. Hiring private security guards who are highly trained and experienced working in higher crime areas is an easy and affordable fix for companies. Parking lots that are dark and unattended can also be a popular place for crimes. If your business is next to a parking structure or lot...