No matter the size of a business, there are always going to be security concerns and is likely to be the target of criminal activity at some point. Unauthorised access onto company property is always going to be a challenge to contain, but is manned guarding the solution?
So, What Exactly Is Manned Guarding?
Have you ever seen a security guard on the premises, perhaps by the doors of a building you’re about to enter? That’s manned guarding. They guard the premises/property against unauthorised access or damage whilst also protecting individuals against assault caused by the conduct of others.
This extra layer of security is essential as all properties need to be well protected and manned guarding is not going to be going away any time soon, even with the advancements in technology.
Benefits of Manned Guarding
- Quick Response
All of the WINNS Manned Guards are SIA licensed and are therefore not only calm under pressure, but they are able to make quick decisions and take swift action. The protection of individuals is their first priority, before contacting the authorities if they need to.
- Easy To Manage
All of the Manned Guards will be told which areas they are to patrol and they will stick to those areas, ensuring all of the grounds are covered. A great thing about Manned Guards is you are able to direct them to different places, rather than having to move a whole CCTV camera if you were to choose to do so.
- Reliability
While technology is often our saving grace, it can also fail us at the utmost important moments - just imagine there was a theft in a jewellery store, but the CCTV stopped working. How annoying would that be!
- Manned Guards Stop Criminals
Now you may be thinking that this is an obvious point for Manned Guards, or any security officers for that matter. But Manned Guards act as a powerful deterrent for criminals - CCTV cameras will have blind spots that criminals will take advantage of when planning out and executing a theft/property damage. By seeing a Manned Guard, the criminal is extremely unlikely going to carry out what they were planning.
Secondly, due to their training, Manned Guards are able to spot a potential threat before it rises. They are 1, if not 2 or 3 steps ahead of any other employee in seeking out any guest or member of the public who look like they are up to no good. Each guard is SIA licensed and consequently will have up-to-date knowledge of the latest regulations.
- Good For Your Brand Reputation
Customers will tend to lean towards a business with a good reputation, otherwise it is a huge risk! With good security measures put in place, there will be less reported criminal activities and internal problems which, when made public, deter customers away. Furthermore, if customers see you take your security seriously, they will assume you also take the other departments of your business seriously as well.
Conclusion
Manned Guards improve your customers peace of mind, as when they see an extra security precaution they will have understood that your business has spent time, money and effort into their own safety - this will make them appreciate you more as a business and feel valued.
If you would like to enquire about the WINNS Manned Guarding security service, feel free to visit our website or give us a call at 01702 719100.