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Why Event Security Guards Are Crucial

By: Sean O’Leary Some event sites such as banquet halls and meeting rooms have their own security guards. Others require that those who rent the room hire event security guards. However, even in cases where the venue does not provide or require security, it’s always a good idea to have uniformed event security guards present. If you are holding a wedding, an anniversary, a birthday celebration, a Bar Mitzvah or any other large event in a public place, it’s entirely possible that uninvited guests could sneak in. People often take advantage of the fact that the hosts and guests at large parties are often quite busy all night and are not able to watch the door for strangers. Also, since most parties held at public venues are quite large, it’s very common that those in attendance do not know everyone else at the party. This is a prime situation for thieves and criminals. Event security guards prevent this. You may not assume that an uninvited guest is a big deal, but you should stop think about the true consequences. First of all, these strangers will likely consume food and drinks at the party, costing you money. However, it gets much worse. At private parties people usually let their guard down a bit. Even those the party is in a public place, there is still a feeling of safety because it is a party hosted by a friend or family member. In these situations people are more likely to leave their wallets, purses and other valuables unattended. This makes them very easy targets for criminals. And party crashers don’t stop at eating your food and stealing your wallet. They will likely have access to any presents that are given at the event as well. Often presents given at a wedding or an anniversary are quite expensive and sometimes they are even cash gifts. An uninvited guest could easy leave your party with a large amount of money. However it gets worse. In addition to leaving valuable items behind, people are often more trustworthy of other guests at a private party. They feel that since the guest is clearly a friend of a friend, that they are automatically safer to interact with than a stranger. This leads to problems when someone sneaks into a party. Strangers can use the trust of others to rob them, con them, sexually assault them or harm them in other ways. This is why it is so important to have event security guards at your next event. An armed security guard will act as a deterrent to crime. People will be much less likely to attempt to sneak into a party when they see a uniformed guard. If the guard is provided with a guest list, he or she can keep strangers out. Event security guards can also be used in the case of theft or violence. For more information on security guard services, please contact us today.

Did You Know? There were more than 2 million burglaries in the United States in 2009. (Source: Disaster Center)

Criminals don’t always wait until you’re away from home

Most people lock their doors and set their alarm systems when they leave their homes. They know to close windows and lock their gates when they’re away. However, many people would be surprised to know that burglaries still take place even when someone is at home! How do these seemingly brazen home invasions happen? They usually occur when the residents of the home are not on the main floor of the house. This can be during the night when everyone is upstairs sleeping, early in the morning when parents are busy getting their kids ready for school or during a summer barbecue when everyone is in the backyard. Unfortunately a break-in can happen almost any time. But what can you do about it? The first step is to always secure your doors and windows at all times. Have good, strong deadbolt locks on all doors and consider installing bars in your windows. It’s also important to always lock your doors, even if you are at home. Another way to prevent home invasions is to turn on certain zones of your property’s home security system. For example, if you are upstairs for the night, you may wish to activate the motion detectors on the main floor. If you’re moving around inside the house, you can turn off the motion sensors, but leave the alarms on your doors and windows activated.

Personal Security at all times

When many people think of security these think of protecting buildings and valuables. However, the most valuable asset in your life is your own person and so it’s important that you spend some time thinking about your own personal security when you are out of your home. t’s impossible to know the motives of others or to predict their actions and so you need to prepare for every possible situation. Obviously, the first thing you should do is avoid entering any dangerous situations whenever possible. A dangerous situation can vary depending on your surroundings, who is nearby and what time of day it is. For example, a bus stop may not be a dangerous place to stand during the day when it is light out and there are a number of people around, but it can become dangerous at night when you are alone. You should always be aware of your surroundings and avoid getting into a situation where you do not feel comfortable. Because you should be aware of your surroundings at all times, you will want to avoid distractions. Headphones, MP3 players and personal entertainment centers take your focus off of your environment. Never play music so loud that you cannot hear what is going on around you. It’s also important that you always let someone know where you are going and when you will be back if you leave the house outside of your normal routine. If you don’t return when you say you will, someone will realize that you aren’t at home and assume that their could be a problem. Carry a mobile phone when you are out. Even if you do not regularly use a phone, it’s a good idea to have one on you for emergencies. You never know when you will be lost of injured. Finally, carry yourself with confidence. Walk at a good pace, keep your head up and have good posture. Appearing more confident will make it less likely that you become a victim.

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