The main responsibility of a security officer (otherwise referred to as security guards) is to maintain a safe and secure environment for facilities, customers and employees by patrolling and monitoring premises and personnel.
Other responsibilities include:
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Tips and advice for pub, bar and hospitality owners on how to avoid security slip-ups during the Christmas season.
IFSEC Global talks to Natalie Foxcroft, Systems Director at Triton Group, to find out about her journey into the security industry.
The International Foundation for Protection Officers and Security Magazine has announced the 2022 recipients of the Bill Zalud Memorial Award.
Two out of every three adults are calling for improved safety measures in stadiums and arenas following recent publicity around the safety of women.
Professionals are stressing the importance of implementing increased security measures during the festive period.
Find out what security professionals perceive to be the biggest challenges coming up for the industry, as we look ahead to 2022.
The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has opened registration for its 2021 national conference, taking place on Wednesday 20th November.
Over three-quarters of UK adults think improved safety procedures in bars, pubs and nightclubs is necessary.
NSI, ACM-CCAS and SSAIB join forces to protect the public from rogue security workers, and security workers from risk of exploitation.
Safety in licensed premises is said to be an extremely important factor in the recovery of the hospitality sector, reveals a YouGov survey.
The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has launched the Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) Security e-learning module.
Highlighting the mental health challenges the security profession is facing, and exploring the potential causes and solutions behind the issue.
