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Five Things to Know About Concrete Barriers Used For Perimeter Protection
21Jun By Jeff J. BoughnerNo Comments
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Five Things to Know About Concrete Barriers Used For Perimeter Protection

Barriers for perimeter protection complete the security system of any high risk building. With reference to some of the infamous acts of terrorism in the past, organizations and national bodies have a bigger responsibility of guarding human life. What is the primary function of concrete barriers in perimeter protection? They protect the employees, the guests and the other critical authorities within the guarded building. When used in an urban environment they must satisfy the functional requirements of the building and also have no adverse effect on the aesthetic value of the place. A concrete barrier system must be able to dissipate the impact energy effectively and also be flexible enough to accommodate diverse styles of urban landscapes. What factors are considered before selec...
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What Are Some of the Key Roles and Responsibilities of Security Guards?
20Jun By Jeff J. BoughnerNo Comments
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What Are Some of the Key Roles and Responsibilities of Security Guards?

Security guards required in a number of circumstances for the protection of various people and items of property. Due to this fact, there are often many specialisms of security guards for hire, ranging from those who work solely on construction sites to those who give executive or close protection. Regardless of the particular physical location that a security officer works in and the people or property that he or she is protecting, the fact is that the roles and responsibilities of such a person are often the same. With that said, here are some of the key roles and responsibilities of such a professional. Firstly, it is one of the key roles of a guard to prevent criminal acts, regardless of whatever those acts may be; the key reason is that they are acts which will cause damage or h...
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How Safe Is On Site Document Shredding?
19Jun By Jeff J. BoughnerNo Comments
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How Safe Is On Site Document Shredding?

It's important for your business to store vital documents for a specific period of time. However, you cannot store them indefinitely. Eventually, they will need to be destroyed. In addition, there are some sensitive records that need to be destroyed quickly - they cannot simply go into the dumpster. These might include confidential information, customer data like Social Security numbers or financial information, and more. You have several options when it comes to file destruction, but on site document shredding is perhaps the most secure. Why Is Record Destruction Necessary? Secure destruction of your records is important for a number of different reasons. Identity theft is rising significantly in the US, and thieves are just as likely to target businesses as they are consumers (they...
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18Jun By Jeff J. BoughnerNo Comments
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The 4 Reasons Why CCTV Is Popular Nowadays

CCTV is popular these days. Every other restaurant, mall, or shop has at least one watching in the background. Even private residences have embraced this security solution.But is it a good idea for YOUR home or business? Here are some benefits that can help you decide.It acts as a crime deterrent. A good percentage of criminal actions happen due to opportunity rather than need. This means someone might decide to pick your house or store to rob because it's more convenient and poses limited risks - no CCTV, no guards, less foot traffic thus less witness.Having a CCTV camera - functioning or not - installed somewhere readily visible deters potential thieves and other criminals from targeting your home or place of business.It provides evidence. In case the criminal action is caused by need wh...
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11Jun By Jeff J. BoughnerNo Comments
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Make Sure Any Planned Event Is Safe From the Threat of Fire

In most locations, procedures are put in place to make sure that any event will be compliant with fire regulations and building codes. This includes fire extinguisher hire based on size and occupancy for the event at hand. A professional fire safety company will know just what to do, but here are some tips and guidelines that can help one plan an upcoming event and ensure that everyone will be safe throughout the festivities.Establish a Responsible IndividualThere should be a person from the organisation throwing the event that will be designated as responsible for compliance with all requirements in relation to fire and safety. They must be present through the entire event and keep on top of compliance procedures and guidelines.Occupancy or max capacity should be known when reserving and ...
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8Jun By Jeff J. BoughnerNo Comments
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Advantages Of PVC Traffic Cones

Traffic cones are one of the most important elements of road safety. They are used all over the world for variety of purposes. We all see these cones placed on the roads when we commute every day to work. These cones warn us not to take a particular route because of some construction activity or because of an accident that could have led to the area being cordoned off. When you see these cones, you know that you have to stay away from that particular area and hence automatically calm down your driving. Let us now see some of the benefits of using PVC (Polyvinyl chloride) traffic cones on the roads.Benefits of PVC Traffic Cones1. Good visibilityPVC Traffic Cones can be seen quite clearly during the night hours; therefore they are the best bet when it comes to improving awareness about accid...
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