{"id":396,"date":"2019-09-12T21:36:08","date_gmt":"2019-09-12T21:36:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alltimesecurity.co.uk\/blog\/?p=396"},"modified":"2024-09-04T10:53:28","modified_gmt":"2024-09-04T10:53:28","slug":"some-key-rules-for-effective-security-guarding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alltimesecurity.co.uk\/blog\/manned-security-guards\/some-key-rules-for-effective-security-guarding\/","title":{"rendered":"Some key rules for effective security guarding"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Some key rules for effective security guarding<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s not news that businesses rely heavily on security\nguards to help keep their businesses safe and secure. But are there effective methods\nto get the very best from your security guards?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Security guards are a wonderful investment for businesses as\nthey save you a lot of money and stress. They act as a visual deterrent while actively\nsecuring buildings, assets, stock and people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some simple rules for effective security guarding<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ensure that security guards are aware of the premises <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There\u2019s nothing worse than a security guard who is not familiar with the premises he is securing. Security guards should know where things are and have a good understanding of the layout of the premises and where things are. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is important as they will need to know about vulnerable\nareas and other parts of the premises that might require particular attention. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is also important for when security is asked for\ndirections from visitors and even staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Security guards should be trained in customer service <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yes! It\u2019s true \u2013 the world of security guarding has changed. It\u2019s no longer about the burly man stood at the entrance glaring and growling at people as they walk in. Security guarding is more about having a sophisticated approach to providing security while representing a venue’s reputation and values. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What does that mean exactly? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Security guards are usually the first people you see when you\nenter a building and the last people you see when you leave. This makes their\nengagement with staff and visitors crucial in people\u2019s perception of the venue\u2019s\nimage and reputation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This means that they should be in a presentable uniform that\nreflects the company image. Security guards should be presentable in their general\nappearance \u2013 hair, groomed, hygiene, etc. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Security guards should be polite and helpful <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is vital for offering an overall good customer experience\nfor staff and visitors. Helpful and polite security guards can reflect directly\non how people feel about your business. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This also helps when people are lost or need to find a specific\narea in the premises. Security guards can help coordinate people which can also\ncontribute to their safety. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Security guards should be skilled in first aid and fire\nsafety<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is not unusual for people to turn to security guards when\nfacing an injury or a fire. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Skilled security guards can help deal with injuries and can act\nas fire marshals until the fire brigade attends. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is not only helpful but can be lifesaving.   <\/p>\n\r\n\t\t