Security Officer responsibilities can include patrolling property, providing property access to authorized individuals, monitoring surveillance equipment, enforcing site policies and local laws, and much more. A security officer is tasked with deterring criminal behavior, reporting irregularities, and observing for suspicious activity, but they are also expected to respond to any and all emergencies that might… Read More »
What Good Are Security Cameras If They Are Not Being Watched? Proactive security monitoring seeks to prevent crime from happening, or to stop a crime or disturbance in its tracks. While physical security guards are limited in their view of a property, interactive remote video monitoring provides virtual guards with greatly enhanced visibility of… Read More »
The most common type of security is on site security. Traditional on site security guards act as the public face of the property they are assigned to secure. Whether the security officer is posted at a Class A office building, residential community, retail establishment, or another facility, they are tasked with supervising areas of concern.… Read More »
The BOS Security Athens Office is sad to say goodbye to two of our best employees, Creighton “Fred” Arrington, and Chris Davenport. Officers Arrington and Davenport have been reliable, dedicated, and hardworking team players while serving and protecting the Athens-Clarke County community. BOS Security Vice President Carter Greene had praises to sing about the officers.… Read More »
BOS Security is proud to be recognized as an Associate Member of the International Foundation for Cultural Property Protection. The IFCPP is a nonprofit organization that trains and supports professionals who protect and manage cultural, educational, and public institutions around the world. As a member of IFCPP, BOS Security can access training, support, and certification… Read More »
Allow BOS Security to Benefit You At BOS Security we value the work of our security officers. We believe they should be paid fairly for their contributions to making our communities safer. Along with offering a competitive wage for armed and unarmed guards and TSA officers, we extend several benefits to our temporary, part-time, and… Read More »
Making your business safer for staff and customers is always important. The hard part is figuring out the best options. Many businesses use intruder alarms and/or business surveillance systems. However, it’s crucial to understand what type of protection these options provide. In some cases, you may need more security than what one, the other or… Read More »
Keeping your kids safe at big public events is a big worry for parents. With a bustling crowd and commotion you always try your best to keep a close eye on your little ones. There is however a few things you can do for your kids to keep them as safe as possible. The following… Read More »
Today we’re going to go through a few handy tips for the travelling public. We hope that these tips make life easier for you and your family on your next trip the airport and to illustrate some of the things airport security do to protect you every day. Ensure You Have Any Required Paperwork Ready… Read More »
If you’ve ever wondered what the tools of the trade are for security officers you’ve come the right place to find out. While the items carried by a security officer depends on the nature of their position there’s some common things you’ll find in the profession. It may come as a surprise to some but… Read More »
Having security for your business or operation is paramount, protecting against crime and theft is just a part of what a good security service should offer you, consider the risks you are exposed to, example being a small retail business is mostly at risk from petty theft and small crimes, while a large government or… Read More »
Let’s look at the issues targeting corporate and government environments that represent a real security threat to the organization without posing immediate physical threat, inside this realm there are still areas where your physical security presence will work hand in hand with the information technology security. The Cyber Threat Becoming more important by the day… Read More »
There’s no doubt the benefits provided with a security needs assessment are vast and can contribute to your long term security needs. Fully understanding your security requirements and any ins and outs of your specific location and situation means your security is tailored to your situation. Reducing Your Risks If you have a long term… Read More »
The greatest threat to our national security right now is not ISIS or a resurgence of Communism in Eastern Europe, and it’s not even Ebola – it’s fear. The virulence of this terrible virus is hitting home with six cases currently being treated in the United States. The CDC insists that hospitals and airports are following… Read More »