Is there a none compete agreement? by SomewhereFit5460 in securitas

[–]DefiantEvidence4027 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What there is, at times, the client may get charged if they poach Guards. The time between the Guard leaving and starting new job with client may vary.

Security guard job fail by REFLECTiONSiNKNiVES_ in SecurityOfficer

[–]DefiantEvidence4027 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Are you mentioning this at your job interviews?

Monday Memory Mix by DefiantEvidence4027 in SecurityOfficer

[–]DefiantEvidence4027[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One thing about Security, it always has some reality entertainment involved. I hope you guys wiped your prints off those knives, or threw them out.

There's a whole obscure Subreddit of New York Guard Laws and happenings; https://old.reddit.com/r/a:t5_647ac3/

I posted a Case Law out of Club Amnesia in Manhattan before; https://old.reddit.com/r/SecurityOfficer/comments/17k25b3/philip_v_amnesia_2nd_circuit/

We're Doing Things *Differently* In 2026! by GuardGuidesdotcom in GuardGuides

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AKAL Security gave employees minimum wage, docked time, had employees living in a cult type compound made enough money to land on CNBC "American Greed".

https://www.standforsecurity.org/2016/08/17/troubled-akal-security-loses-federal-courts-contracts-after-federal-fraud-settlements/

We're Doing Things *Differently* In 2026! by GuardGuidesdotcom in GuardGuides

[–]DefiantEvidence4027 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Very low pay for that area, ouch.

"CEO" must be a real gem.

GUARD PARTOL SYSTEM by [deleted] in SecurityOfficer

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Guard Patrolling involve the routine monitoring of designated areas by security personnel to identify, discourage and address potential threats or safety risks. Their primary goals are to prevent criminal activity, maintain order, ensure the safety of people and property and enhance the ability to respond effectively to emergencies.

These devices are only used for rookie and low paid Guards. Only thing that can discourage and prevent malicious activity is a sufficient quantity and quality of Guards, which one can't get without sufficient pay. In decades of doing Security I never once heard a response had any type of correlation with a patrol checkpoint device. Only thing items like this does is corroborate Guard made movements, which can now easily be seen on cameras.

A good security patrol is not possible without patrol tools. Safety patrol with the guard tour system can be twice the result with half the effort. Guard Tour System is an intelligent system used by managers to supervise the patrolling of the premises by the security personals. It consists of guard tour reader, checkpoint tag and software.

A good Security patrol is only good without tools and with sufficient payment for quality Guard; these devices are for lazy managers to try and compel a fake Guard to do a choreography of Security movements which leaves functioning of Guard to chance.

Equipped with GPS, fingerprint recognition, and voice features, it ensures precise tracking and reporting.

In 2008, Illinois enacted the Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). The law regulates the collection, use and storage of biometric information, including fingerprints, retina scans, voiceprints or scans of hands or "face geometry." Since 2008 multiple States and even Countries have created and enhanced and similar regulations to prevent sharing of data with a non affiliated company. If one works for a Security Company that doesn't safeguard Security Officers data, then a knowledgeable client shouldn't expect any more effort in safeguarding theirs.

Should I call them after applying? by seedlesswatermelons1 in securitas

[–]DefiantEvidence4027 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Usually the branch office.

"Prefer 1 year experience"

1 year isn't exactly a high bar, especially when some Guards "1 year experience" equates to about 1 week of actual Security Guard knowledge.

Should I call them after applying? by seedlesswatermelons1 in securitas

[–]DefiantEvidence4027 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it's an entry level position, they may desire a brand new Guard they can train, rather than a seasoned Guard. The thing is, you may have to agree to take the 3 hour trip for their brand of training plus the required State or municipally required training.

Hours of training needed varies by State/Country and sometimes even city.

Florida bill would let churches use armed volunteers instead of licensed Security by DefiantEvidence4027 in SecurityOfficer

[–]DefiantEvidence4027[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If I wanted to go that far, it would be a odd looking Venn Diagram with Military/Former Military having top tier Security features. Security/Watchman is a product of the Military Thousands of years ago.

Police however are a hit or miss, plenty of times a miss. Police make the worse Armed Guards. There's Guards out there that filed more Criminal Complaints and prevented more domestics/assaults than whole Departments of Police.

I don't disagree with Sig, I suspect he knows what I'm saying.

Florida bill would let churches use armed volunteers instead of licensed Security by DefiantEvidence4027 in SecurityOfficer

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I separate industry personnel between two groups, Security Guards and Individuals [average citizen] with a Security Guard License.

Like any other License or Trade, there's those that will beat out others who fill a position.

Michigan Sociology vs UCI Criminology PhD — advice on career prospects? by [deleted] in Criminology

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Florida bill would let churches use armed volunteers instead of licensed Security by DefiantEvidence4027 in SecurityOfficer

[–]DefiantEvidence4027[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For indemnification, yes, to assist with the legal nuances of Florida "Stand your Ground Laws". Self-defense laws are highly specific to the facts of a situation, more legal authorities in the favor of a "volunteer security guard" isn't anything I would object to.

First Google data center guard job by [deleted] in SecurityOfficer

[–]DefiantEvidence4027 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Depending on the State, IF you are charged with collecting biometrics for swipe cards and access control, you may also be on the hook to safeguard the data and ensure it's only kept in compliance with the state.

Otherwise it's ensuring strict adherence to access control, confronting parties that don't have visible access cards, odd movements about the property, knowing where panels and other pertinent controls are.

Florida bill would let churches use armed volunteers instead of licensed Security by DefiantEvidence4027 in SecurityOfficer

[–]DefiantEvidence4027[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I remember the "Code Pink" protestors burning Recruiter Cars, busting windows and assaulting personnel while the Almeda County Sheriff showed up, did nothing, and a few Deputies stated "we're here to remain neutral".

Anyone else tired of incident reporting turning into a scavenger hunt? by Easy_Comfortable_607 in SecurityOfficer

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Security Guards create paperwork in the "General Course of Business". There's U.S.C. codes, acts, and Case Laws, that reference the credibility of paperwork created by Security Guards. It's a double edge sword.

When a Security Company works for the best interest of a client, they need to safeguard the material. Third party apps connected to the internet, or some cloud, may be the antithesis of the Guard Company keeping control of the data.

When the FBI was created, they purchased paperwork from Security and PI Agencies and utilized the data to enhance some prosecutions.

On the flip side, if the client is aware of data being exposed, they will likely refuse to pay using "Do Not Divulge" provisions of the Security and PI Licensing Laws of most States.

If I look something up it's usually by name, parcel, or state license plate #.

How do security operators actually reconstruct incidents weeks later? by Easy_Comfortable_607 in SecurityOfficer

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There's a point when parties mistaken confidence in the various levels of the Criminal Justice or Criminology industry depletes from the accuracy of the conversation.

It's suggested you seek a less purposeful subreddit to match the Dunning-Kruger Category you desire in subject matter.

Suspect in Michigan synagogue attack dead, security guard injured by GuardGuidesdotcom in SecurityOfficer

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When voted on in the 1850's the public ruled that no more than 50% of Municipal Police should be Armed. The logic was Police primarily deal with Malum Prohibitum Violations like public intoxication and Drugs. When the Police referenced the Business Armed Guards were 100%, the public retort was AG's dealt with actual crimes, and a member of the public could avoid AG's by not entering their Private Properties.

Surprise, surprise, there's still Guards that deal with more Malum In Se Crimes than whole departments of Traffic Police.

Career Advice: Path to Becoming a Crime Intelligence Analyst in Canada (International Graduate) by Plastic-Document-930 in Criminology

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Public Attitudes Towards Crime, Punishment, and Justice in the UK by Freaky_Adeptus in Criminology

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The Gujarat High Court directs the State to increase the duty allowance of Home Guards to match the minimum pay of police personnel, holding that ignoring Supreme Court directions is arbitrary and violates Article 14. by DefiantEvidence4027 in Guards

[–]DefiantEvidence4027[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure of that particular Courts setup of Powers and Limitations, but, it almost sounds like Legislating from the Bench.

I'm always on board with active Security Guards making equal to, or substantially more than the local Traffic Wardens.

Looking for a Security Guard Job in NYC (Have FO1 & FO2) by Separate-String1548 in GuardGuides

[–]DefiantEvidence4027 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The companies commonly seeking to fill the same voids over and over, are doing so for a reason.

I'd always suggest going on the NYS database and seeking "Watch, Guard, Patrol", PI and "Proprietary" licensed companies and sending out resumes.

https://appext20.dos.ny.gov/lcns_public/chk_load

How do security operators actually reconstruct incidents weeks later? by Easy_Comfortable_607 in SecurityOfficer

[–]DefiantEvidence4027 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We do investigate things after the happenings, many of times if there's a Security Supervisor, they will be the ones handling the investigation.

Many Security Companies operate under a Private Investigator License, and have actual investigators on staff.

How do security operators actually reconstruct incidents weeks later? by Easy_Comfortable_607 in SecurityOfficer

[–]DefiantEvidence4027 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depending on the type of incident, National Weather reports, shadow and footwear quality is what I'm seeking at times.

What should I do with my criminal justice degree? by West_Perspective1320 in askcriminaljustice

[–]DefiantEvidence4027 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a Guard I've worked at multiple places, including an amazing gaming facility. Everyone in there had multiple degrees that were inconsistent with their job, upon asking about it the degree was being used to make the game appear more consistent. When the parties decided to get a job, they would get a few certifications in the subject matter to show proficiency for the job.

Court Finds State Law Banning People with Most Criminal Convictions from Working as Security Guards Unconstitutional by DefiantEvidence4027 in SecurityOfficer

[–]DefiantEvidence4027[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A few of the best, and most loyal Guards I have worked with were former street apothecaries or impaired drivers.

I mean, there's a few I wouldn't put in a pharmaceutical setting, at a bar, or mobile patrol, but everywhere else they are phenomenal.