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How Much Can You Make as A Security Guard?

Recent data suggests that salaries within the private security industry are set to continue climbing, which is great news for anyone thinking about pursuing a career in this field. With the median annual salary in the U.S. for private security guards coming in at...
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5 Steps to A Successful Career as A Security Guard

If you’renew to the security industry but are interested in pursuing a career as a security guard, the guide below will help you understand exactly what is needed of you, and how you can go about getting the training and skills to fulfil your desired role: Step One:...
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Why The Private Security Sector Is Booming Right Now

National (and international) focus was recently brought to a debate that has long been raging across the U.S. as to the role of the police in America. Questions surrounding the unlawful targeting of persons of color, and their use of excessive or inappropriate force...
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Things to Know About the Firearm Training

Firearm Training is done by professional instructors to ensure safe handling of firearms. These instructors also train individuals in the usage of firearms. The idea behind training is to make sure that gun users are aware of safety measures and know how to handle...
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Why Female Security Guards Are in Such High Demand

The image most people have of a security guard, is a big, burly man who takes no nonsense from anyone, but over time, this image is gradually changing. With more and women entering into the security industry, no longer do men totally dominate the security world, and...
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Proprietary and Contract Security Firms; What’s the Difference?

Responsible for protecting companies and businesses and ensuring the safety of both employees and consumers, proprietary security and contract security companies are involved in the same industry, while serving very different needs. What does a proprietary security...
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What Are the Main Skills and Responsibilities of a Security Guard?

While the specific role of a security guard will depend upon the place where they are appointed to work, there are skills and responsibilities that they must all possess in order to fulfil their role successfully, and some of these are listed below: A polite, calm and...
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5 Life Changing Reasons to Learn CPR

Have you ever been involved in an accident in which other people were hurt, and felt helpless? Do you wish you knew how to try and save a person’s life, should the occasion arise? Accidents can happen any time, and anywhere, and you never know when someone might...
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Do Security Guards Have the Same Powers as The Police?

While some security guards might like to think they have the same powers as the police, in reality, that isn’t the case. That said, security guards do hold a certain level of authority in some circumstances, and undoubtedly play a significant role in helping to...
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7 Common Misconceptions about being a Security Guard

If you’re considering training to become a security guard, but everyone and their mother has weighed in with reasons as to why you shouldn’t, you might find some of them listed below. Check out the following 7 reasons why becoming a security guard isn’t a good idea,...
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