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Security Guards Keep Hotels Safe
Author: Julianna Nasif | Apr 01, 2025 | Categories: Security Services
All different types of people use hotels when travelling. Families, workers, and long distance travellers all count on hotels for a safe and sound night’s sleep. In 2024, the hospitality in the United States was worth over 235 billion dollars. More than 25 million people regularly stay in hotels in the United States.  It is […]
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Security Guards: Part of Spring Clean Up
Author: Julianna Nasif | Mar 06, 2025 | Categories: Uncategorized
Security Guards During Spring
Security guards are a great way to level up your overall security plan. Springtime is the perfect time to address needing to hire a security guard, too! Winter is coming to an end and everything is coming back to life. With so much more going on, more risks must be addressed. Security Guards and Spring Clean […]
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How Many Security Guards Should I Have?
Author: Julianna Nasif | Feb 25, 2025 | Categories: Security Services
Knowing when and how to hire security guards is important now more than ever. Property owners and business leaders increasingly recognize that robust security measures are no longer optional, but essential. Regulatory changes, advancements in technology, and increased security risks have driven the need for more and better security. Since Americans prioritize safety, businesses and […]
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Security Guards & Fitness
Author: Julianna Nasif | Feb 03, 2025 | Categories: Uncategorized
Business owners, property managers, customers, and others count on security guards to keep them safe every day. For a security guard to do their job well they must be fit to do so. That means that they must be mentally fit, physically fit, and professionally fit.  Today we will take a look at the kind […]
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Security Guards: Facing Today’s Challenges
Author: Julianna Nasif | Jan 16, 2025 | Categories: Uncategorized
Security guards have always been the front line of security for businesses and communities. However, the challenges they face are changing.  Security Guards & Today’s Tools Of course, uniformed guards still use patrolling as a top weapon in preventing and fighting crime and other problems at a location. However, today’s guards also employ many different […]
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10 Ways for HOAs to Improve Security
Author: Julianna Nasif | Dec 20, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
Security is a top priority to every Home Owner’s Assosciation. That is because how safe and secure a neighborhood looks, feels, and ultimately is, will likely be the reason why residents choose to live there, or not. Safety and security issues directly impact home values. A few small issues can quickly become a major problem, […]
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Security Guards Needed for Winter
Author: Julianna Nasif | Nov 23, 2024 | Categories: Investigation Services
Security Guards Needed for Winter
Security guards face different issues in the winter. This is especially true in locations that experience dramatic seasonal weather changes, like significant snowfall. Guards must change tactics and use different tools to meet these challenges. Security Guards & Winter Duty In places like New York, winter can mean an increased need for security guards. Uniformed […]
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Security Guards & The Holiday Season
Author: Julianna Nasif | Nov 13, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
Security guards stay busy during the holiday season because there is usually a seasonal spike in crimes. Burglary, robbery, and domestic violence all spike year after year around the winter holidays. This means that private individuals, communities, and businesses can all use some extra help staying safe. Why Crimes Spike During Holidays According to the […]
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Shoplifting Out of Control in NYC: How Security Guards Can Help
Author: Julianna Nasif | Nov 06, 2024 | Categories: Investigation Services
Security guards are in high demand in NYC where shoplifting is on the rise. Across the United States, shoplifting has increased by 24% when comparing 2023 shoplifting statistics with those from the first half of 2024.  What is Shoplifting & Why Does it Happen? Shoplifting is when an individual or group steals property from a […]
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Security Guards & Technology
Author: Julianna Nasif | Oct 29, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized
Security guards are the hub of your security plans no matter what type of industry or property you are protecting. Guards bring together the human touch and skill with cutting-edge technology as well as tried and true tools to make the areas they are responsible for safer. Here is a quick look at how security […]
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Security Guards as Special Event Security
Author: Julianna Nasif | Oct 18, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized
Security guards play a crucial role in maintaining safety and order at special events. While security is always a priority, it requires a unique approach for one-time or annual events compared to regular occurrences. Recurring events, such as weekly or monthly gatherings, develop predictable patterns that simplify planning and security measures. In contrast, special events […]
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What is Roving Patrol Security?
Author: Julianna Nasif | Oct 01, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
Roving patrol security provides a unique approach to safeguarding property and people. It involves highly trained security guards who continuously move throughout a designated area, providing a visible deterrent to potential threats and responding swiftly to any security concerns. This method offers flexible, proactive protection for a variety of environments. What Does Roving Patrol Security […]
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Why Security Guards Make Excellent Flaggers
Author: Julianna Nasif | Sep 19, 2024 | Categories: Security ServicesUncategorized
In the world of traffic management and construction site safety, the role of a flagger is crucial. These professionals are responsible for directing traffic, ensuring the safety of workers and motorists alike, and maintaining smooth operations in areas where normal traffic flow is disrupted.  While traditional flaggers play a vital role, there's a compelling case […]
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Do Restaurants Need Security Guards
Author: Julianna Nasif | Sep 03, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
Security guards are now a common feature in restaurants from pizza shops to breakfast diners. Waffle House employees were so fed up with out of control customers that they unionized to demand full-time security guards.  According to the FBI, there were more than 10,000 violent incidents at restaurants in 2020, and that number still continues […]
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Security Guards Protect Fairgrounds
Author: Julianna Nasif | Aug 29, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
Fairs across the United States count on security guards to maintain order and safety. They come in all shapes and sizes and showcase many different elements, from rides to food to livestock. Both state and county fairs also bring an influx of people from all over to visit the area. With events like these, there […]
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Security Guards: Winning Techniques
Author: Julianna Nasif | Aug 19, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized
Security guards are hired to protect people and property. The key to the best protection is prevention. So how do security guards prevent problems before they happen?  There are certain winning techniques or methods that help security guards provide top-of-the-line protection for their clients. De-escalation techniques, use of technology, and mobile patrols are all effective […]
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Security Guards: Guarding Against the Flames 
Author: Julianna Nasif | Aug 12, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
The role of security guards in protecting assets and lives from various threats is paramount. While many think of security guards primarily in terms of preventing theft or maintaining order, one crucial aspect of security often overlooked is fire safety. Fire watch services, provided by professional security companies, like Elite Investigations, play a vital role […]
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Security Guards: 4 Reasons to Consider Elite Investigations for Your Office 
Author: Julianna Nasif | Jul 22, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
In-office security guards help HR departments enhance workplace safety by using methods like de-escalation, monitoring, policy enforcement, and more. They are crucial in ensuring worker safety, especially during unprecedented global events like a pandemic or public protests.  The presence of in-office security guards has been shown to deter crime and improve overall workplace safety. Additionally, […]
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Security Plan How-To Quick Guide
Author: Julianna Nasif | Jul 02, 2024 | Categories: Investigation ServicesSecurity Services
Security Plan How-To Quick Guide
Having a security plan in place is absolutely necessary for protecting your business, property, and assets. A great security plan has multiple layers and can save you time, money, and hassles by preventing problems before they happen.  Follow along in this quick and simple security plan how to guide to learn: Security must always be […]
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Hotel Security: Security Guards Needed
Author: Julianna Nasif | Jun 13, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
Security Guards for Hotels
Security guards are important at hotels. Whether it's for a fun vacation or a necessary trip, guests count on their hotel being a safe place to get some rest during their travels.  For hotel owners and managers, security is a top concern. Hotel safety concerns reach far beyond basic door locks on rooms. Hotel security […]
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Providing Security in High Crime Areas
Author: Julianna Nasif | Jun 04, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
In high crime areas, ensuring the safety and security of businesses, properties, and individuals is of the utmost importance. Criminal activities such as theft, vandalism, and violent assaults can have devastating consequences, leading to financial losses, property damage, and a sense of fear among employees, customers, and residents.  Business and property owners face unique challenges […]
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Safe and Efficient Access and Line Control Services
Author: Julianna Nasif | May 29, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
In today's fast-paced and security-conscious world, managing access to events, venues, and facilities has become a top priority for businesses and organizations. Efficient access and line control ensure the safety of attendees and staff and contributes to a positive overall experience.  At Elite Investigations, our highly trained security guards specialize in providing top-notch access and […]
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Security Guards Help Businesses Navigate the Top 10 Security Concerns
Author: Julianna Nasif | May 27, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
Security guards work to mitigate threats to businesses across various sectors. Today’s businesses face a wide variety of threats. Today we’ll take a look at how security guards match up against current concerns for security leaders. A recent poll gives us some insight into what issues worry security leaders the most. The top ten threats, […]
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Security Guards for Gas Stations
Author: Julianna Nasif | May 17, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
Gas stations are busy places with many areas that can benefit from the presence of security guards. The watchful eye and extra vigilance that security guards bring to this setting help maintain security and safety and even improve the customer experience. Here’s a closer look at what hiring a security guard can do for your […]
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The Psychological Impact of Uniformed Security Guards on Potential Criminals
Author: Julianna Nasif | May 06, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
In the crime prevention world, uniformed security guards can have a significant psychological impact on potential criminals. Uniformed security guards just like surveillance cameras and well-lit areas, are visible deterrents that can play a crucial role in reducing criminal activity and creating a safer environment.  In this blog post, we will explore how uniformed security […]
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A Security Guard Superpower: De-escalation
Author: Julianna Nasif | Apr 25, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
The most important thing to understand about a security guard is that their job revolves around ensuring nothing bad happens. Of course, they are trained to handle problems that occur, but the best security guards stop problems before they happen. This means always being alert, taking preventative actions, and de-escalating volatile situations. In today's world, […]
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When Are Armed Security Guards Necessary?
Author: Julianna Nasif | Apr 11, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
Security Guard Officer Standing In Shopping Mall
In today's world, ensuring the safety and security of our homes, businesses, and public spaces is more crucial than ever. While many security guards perform their duties unarmed, there are certain high-risk situations and heightened threat environments where armed security guards become necessary. Today, we'll explore the circumstances under which armed security guards are essential […]
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Should Your HOA Hire Security Guards?
Author: Julianna Nasif | Apr 03, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
Miami Florida's downtown district shot from an altitude of about 1000 feet over the Biscayne Bay during a helicopter photo flight.
As a homeowner association (HOA) board member, one of your primary responsibilities is to ensure the safety and well-being of your community. While many HOAs rely on traditional methods such as neighborhood watch programs and security cameras, many are turning to professional security guards to enhance their community's safety. In this blog post, we'll explore […]
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Security Guard Jobs in 2024
Author: Julianna Nasif | Mar 27, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
Security guard jobs are great ways to earn a living because they can be fun and exciting while providing a stable living wage. Security guard positions offer entry-level employment opportunities with potential advancement, varied work settings, and diverse duties.  There are over 800,000 security guards in the United States, and more than 100,000 more security […]
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Security Guards: More Than Loss Prevention
Author: Julianna Nasif | Mar 12, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized
Business owners often hire Elite Investigations security guards to prevent losses. These losses can occur due to shoplifting, employee theft, or theft by vendors. It is a well-known fact that security guards are the fastest and most effective solution to stop such problems. However, you may not have considered that security guards serve many other […]
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What is Mobile Patrol?
Author: Julianna Nasif | Feb 16, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
Mobile patrols are a great way to improve security. No matter what kind of organization, business, or property you have, protecting it has to be a top priority.  The daily news is filled with incidents of mass theft, property crimes, and violence. In today’s environment, sadly, even houses of worship are not safe.  Many institutions […]
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How Security Guards Thwart Theft in Retail Settings
Author: Julianna Nasif | Feb 11, 2024 | Categories: Security Services
In the bustling world of retail, where transactions and exchanges are as frequent as the footsteps of eager customers, the threat of theft looms large. Retailers face the constant challenge of safeguarding their merchandise from shoplifters, dishonest vendors, and even internal threats from employees. Amidst this ever-present risk, security guards emerge as the unsung heroes, […]
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Security Guards in a Heightened Threat Environment
Author: Elite | Nov 27, 2023 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
Rear view of a security guard in uniform patrolling in an art gallery in a commercial building.
The early days of October saw the reignition of Middle Eastern conflicts, protests in major cities across the globe, and intensified drama around such issues as the economy and immigration. All of these issues can create heightened threats for many different types of businesses and institutions. In fact, the situation is so dire, that according […]
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How Security Guards Help Police & Prosecutors
Author: Elite | Nov 02, 2023 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
Police inscription on the back of an officer
Security guards provide protection for businesses and their patrons. From hotels to concerts, uniformed security guards are meant to deter problems and stop crime when it happens. One of the best reasons to employ security guards for your business is that they help to increase safety in so many different ways. While security guards are […]
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Non-Profit Organizations Need Security Guards
Author: Elite | Oct 25, 2023 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
Volunteers teamwork are working together in a food and clothes bank. Portrait of man holding a notepad.
Non-profit organizations (NPOs) offer unique challenges for both the organization and a security company. Sustaining the ability to offer economical services while serving the unique client base of an NPO can often be challenging. Security guards must be properly educated to help with individuals who may have some personal challenges that are not commonly encountered […]
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The Human Touch in Security: Why It's More Vital than Ever
Author: Elite | Oct 19, 2023 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
security guard patroling
In an era dominated by technological advancements, the necessity of a human touch in security cannot be overstated. While technology continues to evolve and play a pivotal role in the security landscape, human intuition, adaptability, and empathy remain irreplaceable parts when safeguarding people and assets. As the world grapples with increasingly sophisticated threats, the human […]
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The Competitive Edge: Why Retail Businesses Should Consider Security Guard Services
Author: Elite | Oct 11, 2023 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
Woman in mid 30s goes shopping for denim jeans in a mall or a clothing store.
Did you know that by hiring security guards for your retail business you are increasing your customer's confidence in your business and are making it more likely that they will choose your establishment over your competitor’s? Consider this: if all things are equal, except that one place has uniformed security guards and the other does […]
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Does My Business Need Fire Watch Security Service?
Author: Elite | Oct 04, 2023 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
A group of three multiracial firefighters, led by a woman, climbing up a metal staircase on the exterior of an industrial building or warehouse. She Is holding a crowbar, and has a patch of an American flag on her arm. They are wearing protective clothing, helmets and oxygen masks.
Seven people were killed in an explosion at RM Palmer Company in West Reading, Pennsylvania in March 2023. In August, an employee was hurt in an explosion at a Sherwin-Williams paint factory plant in Garland, Texas. On September 11, a fire at Archer Daniels Midland facility in Decatur, Illinois injured eight people, leaving several hospitalized […]
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The Pros and Cons of Outsourcing Security Services
Author: Elite | Jul 26, 2023 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
Security officer in headset controls and monitors CCTV cameras in coworking office, uses digital tablet and computers with playback on screens. High tech software showing surveillance cameras footage.
In today's increasingly complex and interconnected world, businesses of all sizes face security challenges that require specialized expertise and resources. As a result, many companies are turning to outsourcing security services as a viable solution. This blog explores the pros and cons of outsourcing security services, helping businesses make informed decisions about their security strategies. […]
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3 Strategies for Dealing with Homelessness and Trespassing on Private Property
Author: Elite | May 31, 2023 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
A No Trespassing Sign on an Abandoned Building
The lack of affordable housing and homelessness has reached a crisis level in the United States. There are more than half a million homeless people in the US on any given night. States that have the largest urban centers are experiencing the worst problems.  The homeless population of California totals 161,548 people, while in New […]
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Can Security Guards Help Prevent Gun Violence? 
Author: Elite | May 03, 2023 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
Police Line Do Not Cross Tape, Warning Tape In Crime Area At Night Time And Bokeh Background, Entry Is Forbidden, 3d Rendering
Gun deaths have reached their highest level in more than four decades. 48,830  people died from gun violence in 2021 alone. It's not just the mass shooting incidents that make the news. There are thousands of individual gun incidents that happen every year as well including assaults and robberies.  As a business owner, you want […]
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Preventing Threats: The Proactive Role of Security Guards
Author: Elite | Apr 19, 2023 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
Medium shot of young adult male security worker watching video wall while sitting at desk in control room
Security guards are responsible for maintaining a safe environment and enforcing rules and regulations in the area they are assigned to. They are most visible during times of danger and crisis, but the very best security guards actually prevent problems more often than solve them.  The most effective security measures and personnel work in tandem […]
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Guards Provide Security in the Aftermath of Crime
Author: Elite | Mar 29, 2023 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
A security guard is patrolling in a fenced commercial area.
There are many security solutions including security guards for stores, hotels, hospitals, and many other places of business. However, there are always situations that come up that will make you wonder where you should turn for security. This is especially true when dealing with a situation you could not have planned for, such as an […]
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Pharmacies Face Heightened Security Risks
Author: Elite | Mar 14, 2023 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
Young Male Security Guard Standing At The Entrance
Pharmacy security has changed a lot in the last decades. There was a time when theft and violence were almost unheard of at your local neighborhood pharmacy. Back then hazardous spills and drug interactions were the most important thing for a pharmacist to worry about.  While pharmacy employees should prioritize customer care and correct handling […]
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Does My Business Need Armed Security Guards?
Author: Elite | Feb 21, 2023 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
Security Guard Officer Standing In Shopping Mall
The nightly news gives you plenty to worry about if you are a business owner or manager. No one wants their establishment to become the victim of the economic-induced crime wave gripping the nation. Today’s businesses must be concerned about workplace violence, theft and robberies, and even larger-scale crimes like looting.  If you are responsible […]
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Security Guards Provide Safe Environment at Hotels
Author: Elite | Feb 09, 2023 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
Office Security System And Video Cameras Management
The hospitality industry has many areas that need safeguarding. Hotels in particular face many risks unique to their industry.  Not only must hotels keep out past patrons who have been trespassed from their property due to bad behavior, but they must also ward off unauthorized visitors who cost their establishment money and also may cause […]
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Security Guards Keep 24-Hour Businesses Safe
Author: Elite | Jan 31, 2023 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
Gas stations, convenience stores, and other retail businesses that stay open round the clock have unique safety needs that are best met by professional security guards. Small businesses open all hours of the day are by their very nature desirable targets for criminals and loiterers. Not only do these types of businesses face threats to […]
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Save Time and Money with Preventative Security Guards
Author: Elite | Jan 25, 2023 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
Security Guard Officer Standing In Shopping Mall
Any company with manufacturing or construction sites needs to invest in preventative security personnel. It is necessary to find room in the budget for these professionals because long term security guards can be trained to monitor systems and spot problems with equipment. This can save a company a virtual fortune in costs due to malfunctions, […]
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Security Guards Prevent Shoplifting 
Author: Elite | Jan 17, 2023 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
Woman Stealing Clothes From Store
Shoplifting is a problem that has cost retail stores almost a billion dollars in the last year. Store owners and retail managers are scrambling for solutions that will prevent shoplifters in their tracks.  Shoplifting is one of the largest contributors to shrinkage. Over time, shrinkage can destroy a store's bottom line and even lead to […]
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Securing Houses of Worship
Author: Elite | Dec 14, 2022 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
Houses of worship are scrambling to secure their buildings, their parking lots, and their people after heartbreaking news stories showing that churches, mosques, and synagogues are not safe from modern-day threats. Why Faith-Based Organizations Need Security Guards Between 2015 and 2021, there were 267 attacks or plots to attack black churches. 14 states saw violent […]
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Workplace Violence: Do You Need Security? 
Author: Elite | Dec 09, 2022 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
Businessman throwing keyboard on glass
Workplace violence is on the rise. You see it every day in the papers and on television. Of course, the significant cases that involve the most horrific circumstances make the news, but most situations are never made public. Millions of workers experience violence on the job, and more than twenty thousand are injured yearly because […]
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Increased Theft at Supermarkets Increases the Need for Security Guards 
Author: Elite | Nov 29, 2022 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
close up consumer throwing his hands putting the new gadget in the pocket in the store
Security guards have become a necessity as new threats arise and thefts increase at supermarkets across the United States. A perfect storm is brewing for supermarkets. A lack of policing, increased food insecurity, and a poor economy are coming together to drive a wave of increased theft. Theft is more prevalent during the holidays, when […]
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The More the Merrier: Security Guards at Holiday Events 
Author: Elite | Nov 09, 2022 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
Wall Street New York City Holiday Scene
If you haven't already put a plan in place for extra security guards at your company's holiday events, now is the time to start. Security planning for the holiday season should happen well in advance of Thanksgiving week and Black Friday events. Some of the challenges companies face during the holiday season are holiday event […]
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Security Guards for Schools Under Strike
Author: Elite | Nov 03, 2022 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
School systems across the country are becoming increasingly dependent on private security guards to protect campuses in the face of tense school strikes that have been increasingly common in recent years. In Columbus, Ohio, teachers kicked off the 2022-23 school year with the first strike for the school system in over 47 years. Around the […]
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Elite Security Guards for Natural Disasters
Author: Elite | Oct 20, 2022 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
Hurricane Evacuation Route
Natural disasters pose unique risks to companies that can be mediated by utilizing specialized security guard services. During a natural disaster, emergency services are occupied with providing aid to the local community. To fill in the gap, expert security guards are able to step and assist with evacuations or stay behind to secure your company's […]
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Increased Security Guard Needs During a Recession
Author: Elite | Oct 12, 2022 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
As of the summer of 2022, the U.S. officially entered the recession that everyone has been dreading, causing some companies to consider reducing their security guards when their assets are really at greater risk than if the economy was solid. Burglaries, trespassing, cyber security breaches, and even con artists utilizing social engineering to access your […]
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When Unarmed Security Is Best For Your Company
Author: Elite | Oct 05, 2022 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
photo of an unarmed security guard officer working
Unarmed security guards offer just the right amount of safety and protection for many large companies. While unarmed guards may not carry weapons, they are trained in writing security reports and conducting patrols as well as security maneuvers and the use of non-lethal weapons. The number of companies using unarmed security guards has significantly increased in […]
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Security Guards Provide Essential Services for Construction Sites
Author: Elite | Sep 28, 2022 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
View of security man from behind on a construction site
Construction sites house expensive supplies and tools that cannot be conveniently moved off-site every day, making new building developments a popular target for criminals. Equipment and materials left on building sites are also vulnerable to damage from trespassers, negligent people, extreme weather, and other factors.  The Cost of Construction Site Crime Construction projects are already […]
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NYC Block Associations Hire Armed Security Guards to Clear Out Street Crime
Author: Elite | Sep 20, 2022 | Categories: Protective ServicesSecurity Services
group of NYC armed security guards clearing the streets
More and more communities nationwide are left asking what can be done about escalating neighborhood crime coupled with inadequate law enforcement support. Recently, Greenwich Village in New York City was faced with this question, and groups of concerned citizens have responded by forming block associations and enlisting the services of armed security guards to improve […]
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