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The rise of knife crime in London

Knife crime in London in recent months has risen to the highest ever recorded levels with 15,0000 offences being committee during last year according to official figures released by the Metropolitan police. I find it alarming that in recent months it has become uncommon to come across news of stabbings every other day from newspapers, television to social media. Amongst all the horrific stories of stabbing in London, there was one which really alarmed us as a security company and that was the story of Tudor Simionov a bouncer killed on duty whilst protecting his colleagues from a group of thugs trying to enter an exclusive Mayfair party. Tudor relocated from Romania to London to build a better life for him and his fiancé without ever considering the possibility that it is here, in the prosperous city that he will take his final breath. Tudor did more than what was expected of him as a security guard by putting himself in harm’s way as he fought ten men alone to protect those around him. Tudor was fatally stabbed in the middle of the chest and tragically died the death of a hero from his injuries at the scene of the crime. Factors influencing knife crime There are many factors which have contributed to this rise in knife crime in London one of the main reasons being the cuts made by the government to the security sector and their reluctancy to invest in social sector for youth. The cuts made to policing is where the cycle begins as it gives criminals more confidence to carry on doing what they are doing.   The lack of social support that is available for the youth to keep them out of trouble is another factor which has contributed to the rise in knife crime. Today’s youth are getting involved in crime due to the lack of social support that they are receiving outside of the education system. Thus, it shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone that young adults are congregating in street coroner and public parks in groups and getting involved in criminal activity when there are not many other alternative opportunities offered to them. It is here that gangs are either formed or young adults are recruited into gangs and taken into a world of crime. Postcode wars are a good example of how the lack of opportunity offered to young adults has directly resulted in the rise of knife crime as gangs are constructed based on the locality of their members. Thus, when petty fights break out between members belonging to different localities, they can often turn dangerous fast. Social media is also another factor of blame when considering the rise of knife crime in London, as these young adults take their social media brawls to the streets having faceoffs. Social media is also a tool which allows others to access information about where you are making it easier to target specific people. The tragic death of Tudor Simionov has forced us to rethink about the safety of those that are obliged to keep us safe. Therefore, in order to prevent anything like this happening to one of our guards we are looking into providing those that are placed on rough sites with anti-stab vests and appropriate training to deal with difficult situations. In accordance with the SIA, we will be advising our Door Supervisors that they ‘should only use physical intervention as a last resort, and never use more force than is necessary’ [1] We will also advise to use the ‘RUN, HIDE, TELL’ method to deal with any individual who acts in a threatening manner. For more information please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/national-counter-terrorism-security-office https://www.knifefree.co.uk/ [1] Tweet on Twitter from @SIAuk on Friday 4th January 2019 at 12pm  

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Why your hotel requires manned guarding

Managing a hotel is undeniably a challenging task due to the continuous fluidity of guests coming onto and leaving the premises, essentially, making it difficult to keep tabs on security. In essence, a hotel is a site providing conditional hospitality to its guests. It Is, for its guests, a trusted secure and comfortable space within which they are able to relax and enjoy their stay. It is the responsibility of hotel management to ensure that the hotel is a safe and secure place for each and every guest. For this reason, the arrangement of security personnel should be one of managements initial priorities. Hotels require round the clock security and here at G3 Security Ltd we suggest that the best form of this is manned guarding as the presence of a security personal does not only provide your guests with piece of mind however they also enact as a repellent. Hotel premises, surrounding areas and car parks are an easy target for criminals. Vandals will be looking for any opportunity to steal guests’ personal belongings or car while their owners are pre-occupied. G3 Security officers are fully trained to deal and prevent with such Issues. Our hotel security team will ensure that your premises are well protected against any unauthorised access or occupation and to protect the property against damage by force of entry and theft. The inclusion of amenities such as bars, pubs and restaurant within most larger hotels draw in not only guests but also customers which on evening and weekends see frequent crowding. Often, after a few drinks on a Friday night it is not uncommon to see a fight break out at the bar causing disruption and possible unease to guests witnessing the disturbance. Hence, security personal on site do not only enact as solutions to such disruptions however they maintain piece of mind of visitors to the hotel. Here at G3 Security Ltd, we offer manned guarding and comprehensive hotel security solutions for safety and security of your clients and customers and helping your guest to have a great night’s sleep. Be it budget or boutique, hotel or holiday home we offer the same guarantee. Having worked with some big names in the hospitality sector we are experienced with and trusted to provide the best quality service in the business. Therefore, we ensure that any security officer we send to you is committed, responsible, reliable and highly competent within the hotel security industry. We also offer an out of hours security service for your staff if you do not wish us to hold the keys to the premises. We will meet your member of staff at the hotel and check the premises with them, so they are not in any danger, remaining with them until the alarm is reset and the premises are secure or in event of a break in, waiting until the police arrive. The roles and responsibilities of G3 Security Ltd personnel working within hotels Internal and external site patrols including parking area Authorised room checks Staff and customer harassment prevention Access control Conduct regular site patrols to ensure ground floor windows are closed and have not been broken into. Check that all guests are behaving in an acceptable way and keeping their volume low. Monitor any alcohol usage in the hotel and ensure guests are not disturbed by any anti-social behaviour. Highlight any health and safety issues to hotel management to be swiftly resolved. Maintain the same level of respect for guests as hotel staff. Surveillance of security cameras Concierge duties if required Door supervision if required Check calls (We can implement our guard patrol monitoring system to your site to ensure our guards are completing their patrols and allow you to monitor what areas need further patrols) We are available for one-off, ad-hoc, event cover, temporary, short-term or long-term cover in the day or night or when your hotel staff/concierge cannot make their shift. Our offices are open 24/7, 365 days a year allowing us to accommodate all last-minute security requirements. We pride ourselves on being able to cover all hotels nationwide and not let our customers down, especially in an emergency situation. Please call on 02032880000 / 02032880011 or email it to book in your security requirement.

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The importance of a detailed site risk assessment in the security industry

Site risk assessment before commencement of any new sites Risk assessment is a logical as well as consistent method of assessing the assets, their vulnerabilities, associated risks and their impact. By conducting a detailed site risk assessment, you can reduce the damage from any potential risks to an acceptable cost. To understand the importance of a detailed site risk assessment in the security industry, we need to familiarise ourselves with a few terms: Risk – It is the potential of loss or damage to an asset. Asset – It can be a person or property, information or activity; anything with value to it’s owner. Impact – It is the amount of damage or loss that could be caused by an adversary. Threat – It is the potential to cause damage or loss to the asset. Adversary – It can be anyone – a group or an individual, that wants to cause damage to an asset. Vulnerability – It is any weakness that can be used by the adversary to access the asset. Countermeasures – These are actions on the part of the owner, taken to reduce vulnerabilities. Cost-Benefit Analysis – It is part of the decision making process where the management considers the costs and benefits of each proposed alternative and selects the most viable option available. What can a professional Risk Manager do for you? While identifying potential security risks for your site, the Risk Manager would look for ways to: Reduce damage to your business Eliminate or control any indicators Utilise your security budget in a cost-effective way Minimise intelligence collection by any adversaries They will then formulate a strategy to – Identify vulnerabilities in security Manipulate indicators to deceive your adversaries Apply countermeasures Modify countermeasures from time to time The strategy they develop would depend on the needs of your organisation, the current laws and policies in place, expected risks to your site as well as your security budget. With a professional risk assessment of your new site, we will assess your assets, threats to them and  any vulnerabilities that can be exploited. We will then go on to assess risks and devise countermeasure options for you to implement, and at each step of the way we will advise you with the costs and benefits, so you would always know what to expect and decide on what is necessary. For a FREE site risk assessment call us now on 020 3288 0000/0011 or email  info@g3security.co.uk. Powered by Colm

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Why security automation can never replace security guards

With the advent of sophisticated technology in the security industry, many private and public sectors have turned towards it for their security solutions. This has resulted in creating the conception that there is no more need of security guards. Which is an extremely dangerous idea, both for the companies and the security industry. Here are a few points why technology can never replace security guards Flexibility: Unlike technology which can be installed only at particular set points and have limited scanning perspective which can create blind spots, security guards provide the advantage of movement. Decision-making: Programmed systems can handle only a set of problems. Security guards are versatile decision-makers and capable of adapting themselves to any unexpected situations. Real-time response: Quick response is an important aspect when it comes to security. Compared to automated systems which only prompt police officials during emergencies, security guards respond and can tackle emergencies in a very short period. Cannot be hacked: In today’s world, where every system is prone to hacking, trained security guards provide a reliable solution. A human element: Having security guards taking care of you provides a sense of assurance which no amount of technology can. Also, unlike technology, the interaction is more direct and rich. Human barrier: From a thief’s point of view, it is extremely easy for him to plan and overcome technology than a security guard. The reasons being the unexpectedness and emotional elements which come with a security guard. An intruder will think twice before attacking a security personal rather than technology for the fear of an undesired outcome. Having stated the above, there is no intent of devaluing technology in any way. It’s just to showcase how some aspects covered by security guards are irreplaceable. In-fact, with proper training and knowledge, if we could couple guards with technology, it could prove to be the ultimate security solution.

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Event Security in UK

Event Security in UK and The Private Security Industry Act 2001 Any event security services in the UK are regulated by SIA and The Private Security Industry Act. All individuals involved as manned guards or private security guards require an SIA licence. When the activity is in relation to licensed premises, then a door supervisor licence is required, otherwise a security guard licence or a door supervisor licence is required. The Private Security Industry Act In UK, the security services business generates a revenue of around £4 billion every year and employs over 250,000 people. Licensing of security personnel ensures an event organiser or the venue manager of the security of their event. It also standardises the security business by following a statutory code of practice. Under the amended Private Security Industry Act 2001’s Section 3 and Schedule 2, the requirements of a licence are determined by the role of an individual. As such, the licences are either: A front line licence – When undertaking designated licensable activity, other than key holding; or A non-front line licence – For those who manage/supervise or employ individuals engaged in designated licensable activity, as long as front line activity is not carried out. Event Security When organising an event, the main emphasis lies on protecting the guests from any harm what so ever. Event security service such as us provide security guards that are well versed in the intricacies of guarding and protecting both guests and assets in an event. These security guards are well trained in conflict management, site security checks, entrance checks, marshaling crowds and exit management strategies. Also, in an emergency they know how to provide emergency services such as first aid and fire marshaling, in addition to working closely with other public emergency service providers such as the Police and Fire Brigade. Some of the most common places where our security guards have been called up to provide event security are: Sports events PR events Private functions Trade fairs and consumer expos Special launch events For additional information regarding The Private Security Industry Act 2001 by the SIA, download this guide here. Powered by Colm

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