Apartment Courtesy Officer is a job title that is often misunderstood. What's the difference between a courtesy officer and a uniformed security guard? The name obviously...but their job … [Read more...]
Security Guard Force Continuum – Avoid Excessive Use of Force Claims
Security Guard Force Continuum. Security guards and security officers assigned to an active post may find themselves in a situation where they are required to take a criminal into custody or defend … [Read more...]
Security Guards Excessive Force – During a Retail Shoplifter Detention
Security Guards Excessive Force. Last night, I witnessed a classic example of excessive force being used against a shoplifter. There were four uniformed security guards that were involved in the … [Read more...]
Apartment Security Guard Contractor versus In-House Courtesy Officer
Apartment Security Guard has some advantages over a courtesy officer. A primary difference between the two is that the contract security guard is employed by the contractor and not by you. A … [Read more...]
Security Guard Patrol – Does Drive Through Patrol Prevent Crime?
Security guard patrol in a vehicle serves a limited, but useful purpose. Highly visible security vehicle drive-through services can be ideal Drive-through patrols are not good at catching … [Read more...]
Shopping Center Trespassers – How to Warn Detain or Arrest Trespassers
Shopping center trespassers are unwanted customers that can interfere with the safe operation of a shopping center or mall. Let’s face it, no one wants to shop in an environment that is perceived to … [Read more...]