COVID-19 has disrupted many businesses, from hotels, global food supply chains, to the medical community. While in some cases, the need for security guards has been reduced, in other areas, they are more essential than ever before.
Sector By sector, Curtis Protective Services Has Seen Notable Changes
While some industries are slowing down, others are picking up significantly. Hotel may not need the cleaning staff, but they definitely need security. Commercial buildings, retails stores and malls, may not need security 24/7, but they still need a security guard during peak hours. And of course, there is a high demand for security guards in grocery stores and the medical community.
This Pandemic is Affecting Businesses and People In Every Sector
Curtis Protective Services supply all of our officers with all the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE), along with explicit instructions on social distancing for themselves and other people. Safety is our highest propriety.
Industries are experiencing an increase demand for security guards are healthcare, hotel properties, and grocery stores.
“Some hospitals facing that challenge, who have been hit with an above-average volume of COVID-19, have decided to partially lock down their facilities and allow access only through certain entrances,” according to a recent article in Security Magazine. Additional security guards to control access and handle any situation
Crowd control has become an issue in many aspects, compounded by the stress of the challenging times, can be a recipe for disaster.
We have also seen an increase in armed guards for high end stores, such as jewelry and luxury cars facilities, as well as residential gated communities.
The Coronavirus pandemic is quickly evolving. As businesses, hotel, theme parks, and entertainment start opening, they will also need an increase in security. Emotions will be running high, which creates a volatile situation.
Security Is Too Important To Leave Up To Chance
A security guard will give you piece of mind a trained professional is on property, equipped with the skills to handle any emergency situation. Capable of managing physical altercations, criminal incidents, and medical situations
Curtis Protective Services partners with all types of businesses to develop strategies, set up communication procedures, and creates an immediate response plan.
