Patrols. When we were in elementary school, the word meant a preteen sporting an identifying patrol belt with its bright orange bands – one diagonal strip for the torso, and another for the hips – helping children cross the street to school. If you got to be a patrol, you were considered worthy of the […]
In late September, 2014, a student ran through his Pittsburgh-area high school, stabbing and otherwise harming students and others with two knives. The assailant student injured 20 of his fellow students and, in addition, directly stabbed the chest of Jay Resetar, the school’s security guard, just inches under his heart. Notwithstanding his injuries, Resetar nonetheless […]
On the road again? Both highways and inner-city roads are often more trafficked during summertime due to vacationing and tourism. Likewise, parking lots are more regularly populated. And since this extra traffic is coming from non-locals, confusion and even bewilderment about directions and traffic rules can lead to more mayhem on the roads. Enter traffic […]
At the most recent Cooperator’s Coop, Condo & Apartment Expo, ISSM was selected as one of the top 18 displays, each assessed by the “E3” system – Exhibiting Effectiveness Evaluation. But we’re not here to brag, we’re here to inform. So, what was it about ISSM’s display that stood out? Our patrol car. Patrol vehicles […]
Planning an event? Talk about logistics: Hall rental, caterer, guest list, invitations, the hosts’ clothing, the color of the tablecloths, and should they be on round, square, or rectangle tables? Trumping priority though, is arranging private security for your event. Events can require private security personnel if they have the following risks: -VIP status attendees. […]
If you think of a security officer, dressed in uniform, what color is the outfit? Blue, right? Not white. Not red. Not green. The blue uniform has become equated with police officers, and since security officers offer similar protection to the police, the natural color for private security personnel to don also became blue. Color […]
Recently, the local news in Paterson, North Jersey reported that a security guard was held at gunpoint by a driver who threatened him, robbed him, and then fled by car. The question is, was this preventable? Hopefully, yes. While on the one hand, depending on the situation, a guard should not remain in a state where his life […]
In early September, 2014, a private security guard sued a band for its concert’s wet confetti, which caused him to slip and garner injuries. The band’s name? None other than KISS – as in the longstanding band with lead singer and founder Gene Simmons at its helm. To be sure, we are not involved with […]
Think that you’re safe just because you don’t have valuable inventory, or aren’t in an area with a high crime rate? Location might be relevant for certain types of security, but all commercial buildings and personal residences are vulnerable. What setup is the best filter for building security? A security concierge. Specially-trained to assist with […]
