Retail Security Guards
On July 14, 2016 by AndrewThere’s a huge demand for security guards in the retail industry with many outlets looking to reduce loss and make an example of criminals. So with this job role very much in demand, what would the individual need to do on a daily basis? The typical tasks involve monitoring customers to determine if somebody is
Self Checkout Fraud – A big security problem for supermarkets
On June 13, 2016 by AndrewSelf check-out areas have become common in supermarkets throughout the UK and overseas. You’ll even find these in some drug stores like Boots and Superdrug. The problem is, it’s very easy for people to manipulate the system and pay for a small amount of goods then bagging up the rest of the items just before
Eye scanners for added security
On May 14, 2016 by AndrewWe’ve all heard of fingerprint technology but a relatively new security method coming to the spotlight is eye scanning. Using a digital camera, it an eye scanner uses each noticeable and near infrared lighting to seize an apparent, high contrast image of a person’s iris. Once the information is recorded it can be saved, and
Is airport security a bit too extreme?
On April 19, 2016 by AndrewI read an article recently about how strict airport security is nowadays, but I’d first like to point out, that it is for good reasons. I don’t care how many times I have to get rubbed up and down when going through the metal detectors; if they do it to everyone then it might well
Event Security: The Methods involved
On March 14, 2016 by AndrewThere’s no two ways about it, event security is a big job! There are usually a lot of security guards involved, as well as stewards and bodyguards. It’s always important to have trained professionals, especially for large events and venues like music gigs. Many concerts and festivals have huge members of staff, and each member
