Wednesday, October 28, 2015

Halloween Safety Tips from Citiguard Security Guard Company

With Halloween activities fast approaching, Citiguard Security Guard Company wants to urge everyone to make safety a top priority this Halloween weekend.
As Trick-or-Treaters take to the streets and neighborhoods, parents and guardians should remain vigilant for possible hazardous or dangerous situations. To make sure that your Halloween is a safe and memorable day for everyone, Citiguard Security Guards recommend following these safety tips:
1.     Ensure that your child carries a flashlight or glow stick and/or wears something reflective to alert drivers of the child’s location.
2.   Masks can restrict vision and breathing, face painting is a safe option.
3.   Costumes should fit children correctly and not drag the ground, which could create a tripping hazard.
4.   Children should be accompanied by adults/parents and should not be allowed to enter homes or vehicles without their supervision. 
5.   Plan your trick-or-treating route in familiar neighborhoods with well-lit streets.
6.   Always walk on sidewalks when available.  If walking on the street is necessary, pedestrians should walk on the left side of the road facing traffic.
7.   Children should also know their address, phone number, and how to dial 911 for emergencies.  Young children should have this information attached somewhere on their costume in the event they get separated or lost.                            
8.   Parents are urged to inspect all candy for safety after returning home.
9.   Never walk near lit candles or luminaries. Be sure to wear flame-resistant costumes.
10.  Eat only factory-wrapped treats. Avoid eating homemade treats made by strangers.
Motorists should also use caution this Halloween weekend.  With all the trick or treating excitement, children may inadvertently dart across the street into the path of moving vehicles.  Because of this, motorists are being asked to not only drive with extreme caution, but also to drive extra slow in neighborhoods and residential areas. By driving with headlights on during daylight hours, children, as well as other vehicles, are more likely to see them from greater distances.
Citizens are encouraged to review the list of registered sex offenders living near their neighborhood.  The mapping and address feature found on the website pinpoints exactly where an offender lives, therefore, educating citizens on which houses to avoid while trick-or-treating.
Under current State Law, it is illegal for a registered sex offender to participate in Halloween trick or treat activities.  If you become aware of a sex offender who is attending costume parties where children are present or giving out candy, notify your local law enforcement immediately.
Citiguard Security Guard Company wishes everyone a safe and festive Halloween weekend.

Friday, October 23, 2015

Tips to Prevent Identity Theft

Stay informed on how technology affects crime trends, and keep yourself safe from high-tech crimes.
According to the Federal Trade Commission, identity theft was the number one fraud complaint during calendar year 2008. And limiting your use of your personal computer may not help much: a study released by Javelin Strategy and Research reported that in 2009 most identity thefts were taking place offline, not online – just the opposite of what many folks might think. One other troubling finding: the study found that 43 percent of all identity thefts are committed by someone the victim knows.
It’s in the newspapers every day and on the news every night. People worry that someone will run up charges on their credit card or fleece their bank account while their back is turned. There is reason to worry. All a thief needs is your Social Security number to commit identity theft. This crime is relatively easy to commit, but investigating and prosecuting it is complex and time-consuming. But once you know the facts and some preventive measures you can take, you can win the fight against identity theft!
Identity thieves commit their crime in several ways:
  • They steal credit card payments and other outgoing mail from private, curbside mailboxes.
  • They dig through garbage cans or communal dumpsters in search of cancelled checks, credit card and bank statements, and preapproved credit card offers.
  • They hack into computers that contain personal records and steal the data.
  • They file a change of address form in the victim’s name to divert mail and gather personal and financial data.
Tips
  • To guard against identity theft, never give out your Social Security number. Treat it as confidential information.
  • Commit all passwords to memory. Never write them down or carry them with you.
  • When using an ATM machine, make sure no one is hovering over you and can see you enter your password.
  • When participating in an online auction, try to pay the seller directly with a credit card so you can dispute the charges if the merchandise does not arrive or was misrepresented. If possible, avoid paying by check or money order.
  • Adopt an attitude of healthy skepticism toward websites that offer prizes or giveaways. Chances are, all that’s been “won” is the opportunity to buy something you didn’t want in the first place.
  • Choose a commercial online service that offers parental control features.
  • Tell your children never to give out their address telephone number password school name or any other personal information.
  • Make sure your children know to never agree to meet face-to-face with someone they’ve met online without discussing it with you. Only if you decide that it’s okay to meet their “cyber-friend” should they arrange to meet this person, and then the meeting should be in a familiar public place in the presence of a trusted adult.
  • Tell your children never to respond to messages that have bad words, are scary, or just seem weird.
  • Tell your children never to enter an area that charges for services without asking you first.
  • Tell children never send a picture of themselves to anyone without your permission.
  • Make sure that access to the Internet at your children’s school is monitored by adults.
Citiguard Security Guard Company works hard every day to assure thesecurity and safety of our clients and their properties!

Wednesday, October 21, 2015

Vehicle Patrol Security Services in Los Angeles and Orange County, CA

Vehicle Patrol Security Services in Los Angeles and Orange County, CA 

Our Vehicle Patrol Services are customized to meet your unique needs. Citiguard Vehicle Patrol operations are available 24/7 to provide the continuous safety of your people and property. Our patrol personnel are trained to support you in a variety of ways, including:
Call Citiguard today to set up your free vehicle patrol security services assessment and consultation. 800-613-5903 www.mysecurityguards.com

We are specialists in providing the security services that you need to be able to focus your energy upon your business.

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Tuesday, October 20, 2015

Hotel Security Guards Services Los Angeles

Hotel Security Guards Services Los Angeles
Security plays a major role in the success of hotels, motels and resorts. As a manager of such places, your number one concern is more than likely the safety of your guests, especially in high populated areas and tourist attractions. Citiguard’s security guards are well groomed, well trained and have professional demeanor along with excellent customer service skills.
Our security guards will actively patrol the entire premises, checking all doors and staircases ensuring the locks are locked and no danger is lurking. Citiguard security guards are likely to be the first responder to complaints and calls for help. Most of our security guards are license for Power to Arrest, Baton, Pepper Spray, Firearms and CPR/First Aid.
Although the private safes in the rooms help, it is in the guest’s best interests that they feel 100% safe during their stay and Citiguard will help ensure this.
The following list is some of the services Citiguard will provide:

Call Citiguard today to set up your free hotel security protection assessment and consultation.
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