Citiguard is prepared to answer the Los Angeles community’s needs during these trying times.

With the ongoing and unprecedented community spread of COVID-19, causing state and nation-wide shelter-in-place mandates, many small businesses have become vulnerable to crime and loitering. CitiGuard Inc., California’s leading security firm is prepared to answer the Los Angeles community’s needs during these trying times. Citiguard plans to expand its workforce in Los Angeles county and California at large to do its part by providing its reliable on-site security safeguard protections to secure and protect businesses that have been impacted by COVID-19 mandates. Citiguard announced this week that it seeks to add 500 security guards to its workforce to fulfill the community needs during the COVID-19 devastation. Citiguard is also proud to provide employment opportunities that will help mitigate the nationwide soaring unemployment figures.

Our team works hard every day to assure the security and safety of our clients and their properties! 

Contact: 800-613-5903 

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Importance of Security Officers & the Role They Play Today

Security officer duties include protecting people, places and property from potential threats. Although the security officer job description varies, depending on the specific work setting, security guard duties focus primarily on preventing crime. A vigilant security force deters criminals who are intent on committing theft, vandalism, sabotage, cyber attacks, physical violence or terrorism. Without the proactive work of security guards, law enforcement would be overwhelmed, as it reacts to crimes that otherwise would likely have been prevented.

 Typical Security Officer Duties
 
Bolstering Public Safety
About 1.1 million people work as security officers in the United States, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of May 2017. Society directly benefits from the presence of security officers in private residences and heavily frequented public spaces. Examples of places that rely on security protection include airports, concert venues, casinos, correctional facilities, schools, college campuses, hotels, retail stores, apartments and gated communities. The role of security agents directly ties into their function as watchdog of the public order. If a fire or major disaster occurs, security officers work closely with police and fire fighters to secure the scene and maintain order.
 
Preventing Criminal Acts
 
Assisting the Public

Although being a security officer can be exciting at times, the typical security officer job description emphasizes the importance of consistency and routine. For instance, security guard duties include locking doors, watching surveillance footage for hours, patrolling a quiet area and monitoring alarms. Security guards look for signs of suspicious activity in the shadows, listen for unusual sounds in a locked building and write daily reports. If an incident occurs, such as an attempted break in by a juvenile, security officers can make a citizens arrest and summon police. In more serious situations, they call 911 and request back up. Providing witness testimony in court may also be required of them

Keen powers of observation are a required qualification in the security officer job description. Considerable time is spent monitoring security cameras, conducting surveillance, performing safety audits of the facility and investigating suspicious circumstances. Security personnel may be highly visible in a uniform, or they may work in plainclothes to catch shoplifters, for instance. Those with technical skills may work with cyber security guarding the network against spam, hackers and malware. The goal is to reduce opportunity for criminals with malicious motives to strike.

Working with the public is also part of security officer duties. Many jobs entail greeting people and identifying visitors, giving directions, and redirecting individuals who are present in an unauthorized area, such as backstage at a concert. Excellent communication skills are essential in order to effectively listen, understand and answer questions in a polite, friendly and professional manner. On a college campus, security officer duties can include giving presentations to students on personal safety and protecting their belongings from wannabe thieves.

If you are ready to protect your business with the best armed or unarmed security guards in the business, contact Citiguard today. Our security specialists will help you determine the best, most affordable security solutions for your needs. 

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Safety Tips to Help Everyone Have a Safe and Enjoyable Labor Day Weekend!

Many people view Labor Day as the end of summer and their last chance to travel, hit the beach and fire up the grill. Citiguard Security Guard Services offers safety tips to help everyone have a safe and enjoyable holiday.

Tips for Safe Travel

• Carry an emergency supply kit in your trunk.

• Let someone know your destination, your route, and when you expect to arrive.

• Buckle up and observe speed limits.

• Don’t drink and drive.

Tips for Safe Swimming

• Check weather and water conditions beforehand and throughout the day.

• Always swim with a buddy in a designated swimming area supervised by a lifeguard.

• Provide constant supervision to children in or near the water and always stay within arm’s reach of young children and inexperienced swimmers while they are in the water.

• Young children and inexperienced swimmers should wear U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets.

Tips for Safe Grilling

• Keep the grill away from the house, tree branches, or anything that could catch fire.

• Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Keep children and pets away from the grill.

• Never add charcoal starter fluid when coals have already been ignited.