{"id":524,"date":"2021-08-29T15:24:13","date_gmt":"2021-08-29T15:24:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alltimesecurity.co.uk\/blog\/?p=524"},"modified":"2024-09-04T10:42:54","modified_gmt":"2024-09-04T10:42:54","slug":"%ef%bb%bfdo-you-really-need-security-guards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alltimesecurity.co.uk\/blog\/manned-security-guards\/%ef%bb%bfdo-you-really-need-security-guards\/","title":{"rendered":"\ufeffDo you really need security guards?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Do you really need security guards?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s 2021 and the world is forever changing. With new security solutions frequently being released, as a business owner, do you still need security guards?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before we go into whether you need security guards or not, let\u2019s\nhave a look at some of the other security solutions businesses are using. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

CCTV Closed Circuit Television <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This may seem like an obvious security solution, but you\nwill be surprised at how many businesses overlook the importance of having good\nquality CCTV. Some businesses don\u2019t have CCTV installed while others have it\ninstalled but without having a professional security audit to ascertain what\ntype of cameras are the most suited to the business premises and the right\nlocations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CCTV acts as an immediate and well-recognised deterrent for both opportunities and professional thieves, vandals, arsonists and burglars. This is an effective and affordable way to keep a close eye on your business premises, products, and staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alarms <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alarms have been used in business premises and retail outlets\nfor many years. Alarms can be used to trigger numerous alerts such as theft,\nbreak ins, fire, flooding and even refrigerator temperature warnings. Having good\nquality alarms can save businesses thousands in losses and damages and can potentially\nsave lives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mobile security patrols & alarm response <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not many businesses know that security service providers\noffer a mobile security patrol service and alarm response service. This can be\nan affordable way to maintain security \u2013 a team of security guards will, at agreed\ntimes, patrol your premises to ensure that there are no signs of burglaries,\ncriminal damage, arson, etc. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Security Guards <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The traditional and effective security guard service is still\nconsidered by many as the best security solution. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Security guards are, along with acting as visual deterrents, trained to identify threats and vulnerabilities. Vulnerabilities could include areas of a premises that is not secure. Areas that are not protected with CCTV or entrances and exits that are poorly lit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Security guards will patrol areas that are susceptible to break-ins\nand fire. Security guards will also look for areas that may suffer from leaking\npipes and fire hazards \u2013 this alone can save businesses thousands in damages and\ncan reduce the risk of injury to visitors and staff. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Having security guards is also a great way to instil confidence in your staff and visitors \u2013 demonstrating that you as a business owner take their safety and security seriously. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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