Security guard martial arts training
Armed security
guards should only be used in situations requiring protection of
money, jewelry, art works, firearms, or other objects which might
attract armed robbers. Protect the money which is exposed to the public
by making frequent safe-drops, keeping cash register drawers shut
whenever possible, and enforcing rigid money-handling procedures. Other
valuables should be physically secured, if possible, before exposing
them to the public.
It is generally not a good idea for retail establishments to employ
armed guards in public areas. If someone is intent on robbing a retail
business, there is no way to tell who that person might be, and the
guard with the gun becomes the first target. An unarmed guard will deter
thieves just as well without becoming a source or cause of violence in
the event of a holdup.
An armed guard would be appropriate in a non-public area since access is
restricted and any strangers or other unauthorized persons could be
quickly turned away, subdued or arrested. Use armed guards judiciously;
remember, if someone is injured or killed, you can also be held liable.
In many cases, hiring off-duty police officers as armed guards is
preferable because it limits the business owner's liability in case
someone gets hurt
|