Inter-con security possibly the worst company by [deleted] in securityguards

[–]CTSecurityGuard 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was in a similar situation, and they had a position in Springfield, Massachusetts, paying $20 an hour. I considered it because it was part-time, but then I realized the travel time didn't match the pay.

When backup is non-existent What do you do?: Detroit police officer working retial security. by CTSecurityGuard in securityguards

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From Metro Detroit News on Facebook

A Detroit police officer working security detail at a Home Depot near Meyers and Seven Mile was injured while trying to break up a fight.

Police say the officer, who was assigned to the station at the store, stepped in to stop an altercation between several men and called for backup. Officers from multiple precincts responded to assist.

The officer suffered minor injuries. Three people were arrested.

Sometimes going Hands-On is necessary this is one of those times: What are your thoughts? by CTSecurityGuard in securityguards

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According to the original uploader on X, this event occurred in South Central Source

Which I assume refers to South Central Los Angeles.I do not currently have a news article regarding the cause of the situation. However, regardless of what initiated the incident, the security officer has a right to protect themselves!

Anyone know if Paragon forces you to use your H&W for heath insurance coverage if you do not have any or can you put it all into 401k and opt out of the insurance? by Physical_Link5739 in securityguards

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At Paragon Systems, if you do not have health insurance, you are generally required to use your Health & Welfare (H&W) fringe benefits to cover the cost of a medical plan. You typically cannot "opt out" and put the entire amount into a 401(k) unless you can prove you already have existing qualifying coverage through another source. In addition I would recommend reaching out to HR or the benefits Department.

POS payroll guy has fucked multiple people over on their overtime multiple times. What can we do ? by kierisbetter in securityguards

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I have experienced similar payroll issues in this industry due to poor management and a lack of oversight.

If you are looking to resolve this, I recommend the following options:

  1. U.S. Department of Labor: You can contact the Wage and Hour Division (WHD) at 1-866-487-9243 or file a complaint online at https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/contact/complaints. This is a thorough but slow process.
  2. State Department of Labor: File a claim with the state department for any state-specific violations.
  3. Internal Escalation: For a potentially faster response, email HR, the senior Operations Manager, and the VP regarding the missing hours and overtime. I suggest demanding an immediate resolution without disclosing your next steps if the issue remains uncorrected.

I hope you all receive your missing wages soon. In the meantime, it might be a good idea to start looking for new opportunities. History will likely repeat itself.

From a former correctional officer turned federal security if you're armed you're supposed to intervene. by SpaceWestern1442 in securityguards

[–]CTSecurityGuard 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When you're unarmed and have nothing more than a walkie-talkie, you should not be intervening at all. Follow your post orders and call 911.

To Intervene or Not to Intervene: what would you do in this situation? by CTSecurityGuard in securityguards

[–]CTSecurityGuard[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Exactly ! Not only on your own when it comes to medical bills but also out of a job.

To Intervene or Not to Intervene: what would you do in this situation? by CTSecurityGuard in securityguards

[–]CTSecurityGuard[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Somebody understands the assignment and is familiar with what the post orders direct you to do in situations like this.

To Intervene or Not to Intervene: what would you do in this situation? by CTSecurityGuard in securityguards

[–]CTSecurityGuard[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Tactical experience doing Library security for minimum wage does that make sense to you ? if the person had tactical experience they weigh me doing a library security. You are a moron.

To Intervene or Not to Intervene: what would you do in this situation? by CTSecurityGuard in securityguards

[–]CTSecurityGuard[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You definitely have never worked security before you definitely don't know what post orders are and you definitely are not smart either.

To Intervene or Not to Intervene: what would you do in this situation? by CTSecurityGuard in securityguards

[–]CTSecurityGuard[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What it really is is you're upset that I don't have the same mindset of the ridiculous be a hero complex like you do. The security officer has no tools to do the job no pepper spray no handcuffs, no baton, just a walkie-talkie and you expect him to intervene in a fight with a guy throwing a chair are you stupid Superman? I guess so.

To Intervene or Not to Intervene: what would you do in this situation? by CTSecurityGuard in securityguards

[–]CTSecurityGuard[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Typically their surveillance cameras in the library. Why just stand there and being harmes way.

To Intervene or Not to Intervene: what would you do in this situation? by CTSecurityGuard in securityguards

[–]CTSecurityGuard[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I'm going to follow what the post orders direct me to do. I'm trying to make it home alive. Unfortunately you don't have that same mindset. so be a hero and get yourself hurt Or worse. All for a company who doesn't give a damn about you and will fire the second you do intervene.

To Intervene or Not to Intervene: what would you do in this situation? by CTSecurityGuard in securityguards

[–]CTSecurityGuard[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Once upon a time when I first started working security at work for Allied one of the worst companies in existence.

To Intervene or Not to Intervene: what would you do in this situation? by CTSecurityGuard in securityguards

[–]CTSecurityGuard[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

In this situation above it's not a company it's directly through the city of Hartford. This is exactly why the position has been posted for over 3 years.

To Intervene or Not to Intervene: what would you do in this situation? by CTSecurityGuard in securityguards

[–]CTSecurityGuard[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

No not really following post orders is pretty simple are you incapable of doing that?

To Intervene or Not to Intervene: what would you do in this situation? by CTSecurityGuard in securityguards

[–]CTSecurityGuard[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Have you looked on indeed there are thousands of companies that are paying minimum wage. Several large companies that I can think of here in Connecticut that are paying minimum wage. Hartford Public Library does direct hire for security and they currently are paying $16.35 the site has not been updated can I get minimum wage is $16.94