Do you work for a business and you’re tasked with hiring private security to help protect that business, including its property and people? What should you avoid when hiring private security? First things first– avoid hiring a company that’s not going to tailor their services for your business. No two businesses are the same, so…
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The Debate of Hiring a School Security Guard
If you’re of a certain age, you can remember a time when it was pretty much unthinkable that violence would occur at school. Today, however, it’s almost become “the norm,” sadly, and that’s why many school districts, whether rural, suburban or city, hire school security guards. The Debate on Whether Schools Need Security Guards There…
Should Your Business Beef Up Security?
C.O.P. Security serves several Western and Central New York counties, including ones around the cities of Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse. What are some reasons your Western or Central New York business needs to beef up their security presence? Employee Safety First, do you have employees who have to walk to their vehicles in the parking…
Should a Business Park Have a Security Presence?
No matter where they’re located, business parks should have a security presence, especially in today’s world. Ideally, businesses in business parks want to keep their employees and visitors safe from harm. They also want to make sure their money, equipment and valuable assets are protected from thieves. Business parks can benefit from having security cameras…
Should Warehouses Have a Security Presence?
If you were a smart criminal, would you rob one house to get one high-end TV or would you go where the TVs were plentiful, like a warehouse full of them? Obviously, warehouses should have a security presence. Criminals know that warehouses are full of items they could steal and make money on. Any unsecured…
As Outdoor Events Make Their Comeback, Remember to Hire Security Guards
The coronavirus pandemic meant the cancellation of many events, including outdoor ones. That said, it looks like things are getting a bit back to normal such that more outdoor events will be scheduled and actually take place this year. What types of guards should you consider hiring for them? Bodyguards If you’ve got someone famous…
How Security Guards Can Help Us Return to Normalcy
The health experts and government leaders have spoken. You need to “mask up” to use most professional services. It’s for your safety and the safety of others during these pandemic times. No one wants to get the coronavirus. It could cause lingering side effects or even death. With that in mind, security guards have a…
How to Hire the Right Private Security Company in Western New York
Are you thinking of hiring a private security company? If so, what are some things you should keep in mind? For starters, legitimate security companies are licensed. In New York State, for instance, requirements to be a licensed “Watch, Guard or Patrol Agency” include: • You must be 25 years of age, a principal in the…
C.O.P. Security Is Here to Help You With Your Security Needs
Since approximately early March of 2020, the world as we know it has drastically changed. The COVID-19 pandemic has tragically cost over 100,000 Americans their lives, and sadly, that number will continue to increase. In addition, the COVID-19 pandemic has turned what had been a strong economy to one in which we find ourselves with…
Here’s Why You Should Hire a Security Guard From an Outside Company
So you own and/or run a business. And you want to keep it safe and secure from any threats, including theft. What can you do? You can hire a security guard from an outside company. Why do that, as opposed to hiring someone “in-house?” Superior Training It’s a good idea to hire a security guard…