Churches have increasingly become a target of attacks. Many people are present on a consistent public schedule for a predictable amount of time when attendees typically have their guard down. This leaves them vulnerable to everything from theft to hate crimes to terrorist attacks. Recently BOS Security trained a local church security group on use-of-force,… Read More »
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Securing Our Churches: How Much is too Much Security?
Places of worship are expected to be sanctuaries. They provide somewhere to relax, let your guard down and be a part of something bigger than yourself. But they can also be vulnerable targets for just that reason. Worshippers are often lost in prayer or conversation with fellow congregants. Frequently they are facing the officiant, making… Read More »
What I Do Matters: Todd Denton
Todd Denton grew up in Oconee County, Georgia, and moved to Athens, Georgia when he was 20. He has lived there ever since, and now has a 23 year old son. Although he started his career in Oconee County with the local Sheriff’s department, after moving he worked at Athens Regional Medical for 24 years.… Read More »
Atlanta Church Security is a Growing Concern
Atlanta churches have truly moved from the assurance of the sanctity and safety of places of worship to the reality of the necessity of eternal vigilance. As we’ve seen in the news lately, churches have become more frequent targets for acts of violence. Today Christian churches in Georgia are considering new security measures like those taken… Read More »
How On Site Security Guards Can Be An Asset To Your Company
Most people are aware of the old idiom, “Never judge a book by its cover.” And though most people are aware of it, it doesn’t mean they always follow the advice. This rings especially true with retail consumers. If a customer walks into a strip mall and sees garbage lying on the floor around the garbage… Read More »
Atlanta’s Best Security Guard Company Discusses Security Vulnerabilities in Churches
Most Americans revere church buildings as sacred space. They go there to worship, connect with fellow believers, and serve others in their church and community. Those with no religious affiliation usually respect the rights of their friends and neighbors to follow their own spiritual path. Sadly, there are also people who don’t respect churches any… Read More »
Guard Services in Atlanta Aren’t Just for Businesses
Most people encounter guards in business settings, and this can make it easy to forget that guards are useful in many other situations. Organizers of large public events, church operators, and neighborhoods all can use security guards to help keep things orderly and prevent crime. Here are a few of the situations in which you… Read More »
Guard Services in Atlanta: Are they Needed at Church?
While people are increasingly recognizing the importance of security guards, one place they are a little leery about seeing them is at church. Even so, there’s no denying that churches are becoming the target of criminals, who see them as easy targets for a number of reasons. Here are some things to think about in… Read More »
Crime Prevention for Churches
Atlanta Churches are more at risk than ever. Houses of Worship are a perfect target for criminals as they are full of unsuspecting and unarmed worshipers who welcome everyone without question. They are often dressed in their best clothes with their best jewelry and furs. Worshipers also often drive their best vehicles filled with electronics… Read More »