Security guards need the proper training to make sharp decisions, physical endurance is required for a quick response and maintain control of situations, and strong communication skills to diffuse and deescalate tense situations. Not all security guard services are the same.
What To Look For In A Security Guard Service
Mental Agility
Any event or situation, private or public, can be unpredictable. A security guards make split second decisions, process information quickly, and stay alert at all times.
Physical Fitness
Security guards need good stamina because they often patrol or stand for extended period of time. They also need agility and strength for a quick response to incidents, handle crowds, and maintain control in quick moving situations
Crowd Control Techniques
Even a small crowd can quickly get rowdy and out of control. Security guards need to be adequately trained in breaking up congested areas, prevent overcrowding, and direct foot traffic. Understanding how to prevent serious incidents and crowd crushes from happening.
A Good Comprehension Of Crowd Behavior
Security guards needs to be able to recognize the warning signs of potential disruptions, aggression, or panic, and how to respond to the situation before it gets out of control. Having a good understand of how crowds react under stressful conditions allows security guards to take preventative measures.
Conflict Resolution And Deescalation Techniques
There are many types of disruptions, intoxicated guests, aggressive behavior, and arguments. Techniques for deescalating situations, non-verbal, verbal, and without the use of force, to calm those involved before things escalate.
Clear Communications
A professional, calm approach is necessary for deescalation. Security guards must be able to give respectful and firm instructions. Show authority with their body language without any aggression
First Aid And Emergency Preparedness
Security guards should have training to assist with any medical issues, sudden illnesses or injures. AED and CPR certification can save lives.
Evacuation Protocols And Plans
Security guards need know where the emergency exits are located, in case of a security threat, fire, or severe weather situation. It is important to understand how to coordination with first responders and crowd evacuation procedures
Curtis Protective Services
The security guards at Curtis Protective Services are a cut above the rest, with the highest level of training and a specialized set of skills, for an elevated level of professionalism.
Our teams are well established and hand picked for their for their aptitude for handing stressful situations, their high level of professionals and communication skills.
