What makes a great security officer?

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Every day you see security personnel at offices, schools, churches, apartment buildings, hospitals, malls, constructions - anywhere people and property need protection.

The security officers are often the first responders in a life and death situation, and usually the first person you turn to in a time of need. Why do some some security officers rise above the rest?

A highly-trained security officer who can quickly assess and react properly to dangerous situations. Training helps security officers protect people and property and adds credibility to the profession. Some examples of training include:

Conflict resolution
Security procedures
Crowd control
Observation and documentation
Report writing
Firearm training
Emergency procedure
First Aid and CPR

Leadership Qualities

Essential characteristics of a great security officer:

A highly-trained security officer who can quickly assess and react properly to a dangerous situation provides a fighting chance for everyone involved. Training helps security officers protect people and property and adds credibility to the profession. Just some examples of types of training include:

Conflict resolution
Security procedures
Crowd control
Observation and documentation
Report writing
Firearm use
Emergency procedures
First Aid and CPR

Leadership Qualities

People will look to a security officer for guidance and leadership in a crisis. A skilled security officer takes charge and can de-escalate a dangerous situation without using force. When people panic, things can quickly become out-of-control, and a security officer with a level head can calm people down quickly. Good leaders have the ability to judge and think fast without recklessness and take control of a situation. They have a clear head and don’t rush into a situation without thinking first about the consequences. This skill makes a big difference when you're dealing with security risks in your job.

Communication Skills

The ability to listen is a core feature of an excellent security officer. By listening and talking to people the officer can diffuse a situation. Our officers are at time the first responder and will communicate with the police, emt responders and management regarding the security breach or incident that occurred.

Alert

A great security officer is always alert and aware of his surroundings. A heightened sense of awareness and alertness can help them determine if a situation or a person is a threat. It is necessary to continually stay focused and avoid distractions as much as possible or risk missing something that could prove valuable.

Trustworthy

Security officers encounter many situations that require confidentiality including:

Access to offices with sensitive information.
Overhearing conversations.
Seeing who’s entering and exiting your building.
Checking identification.
Observing your business operations.
Acting as a keyholder to your property.