Licensed Security Guard in

Charlotte NC and Asheville NC

 

It’s best if your efforts to protect your business and your customer’s security are multi-layered. In addition to fortifying your  general security, and surveillance systems, you may also want to hire a licensed security guard in Charlotte, NC, or Asheville, NC to look out for your business facility, your product warehouse, and your customers. Learn more about the benefits of hiring state-registered security officials from BlackStone Security Group.

Benefits of Hiring Licensed Security Guards in Charlotte

Your business can benefit from private security services offered by BlackStone Security Group in several ways. The biggest benefit is the sense of security your employees and customers will enjoy. The heightened sense of security makes people who frequent your business feel safer, and you may even notice that your employees are more productive.  Other benefits include:

Luxuary Estate Protection and Security Procedures

Actively Deter Crime

Protective Surveillance

Management of Security Matters

Emergency and Threat Management

Arm or Unarmed Applications

Fast Response Time

Hiring a security guard to watch over your business property can also increase the response time to any security issues that may occur. While it may take several minutes for local police to arrive, a security guard is already on your business property and can immediately apprehend a suspect. Although a security guard does not have the authority to arrest someone, the guard can keep the suspect on the property until the police or other proper authorities arrive.

Hiring a few state-certified security guards to patrol your business can be a smart idea if you want to reduce security risks, deter crime, handle security matters immediately, or de-escalate security situations before the police arrive. Both your customers and your employees will feel safer when your business is protected by trained professionals.

 

Benefits of Licensed Security Guard in Charlotte and Asheville

On Mission

Security guards are charged with the safety and protection of individuals and private property for the purpose of preventing unlawful activity, such as harassment, theft, and vandalism. The basic duties of a security officer include crime deterrence, observation and detection of suspicious activity, and reporting unlawful activity to law enforcement. The requirements to become a licensed security officer in North Carolina include:

Basic Requirements

Applicants will need to meet certain requirements to complete state-certified training. These basic requirements include being at least 18 years old, completing a background check and fingerprint collection, and having a valid North Carolina ID card or driver’s license. Individuals who have been convicted of a serious crime may need to take extra steps, such as completing an application to have criminal records sealed after 10 years of crime-free behavior.

Training Course

All security officers will need to complete an 16 hour pre-assignment training course. This is an introductory class that outlines the duties and expectations for security officers. After completing this course, individuals will need to submit the course certificate along with applications for security officer positions.

On-the-Job Training

Most security officers receive extensive on-the-job training. If you are a new security officer, then you will need to complete 20 days of on-the-job training course as an employed security guard. On-the-job training will include hands-on learning opportunities that are relevant to the job expectations of individual employers. This training must be completed within 90 days of the security officer’s employment date.

 

Annual In-Service Training

Security officers will also need to complete an four hour annual in-service training course each year. Annual training will keep state certifications for security guard registrations active. Armed guards must re-qualify once per year. 

 

Firearm Training

If an individual wants to become an armed security guard, it’s also necessary to undergo firearm training. Firearm training involves obtaining a valid pistol license in North Carolina. Individuals must also complete a 24-hour firearm training course that is designed specifically for security officers before applying for a Special Armed Guard Registration. For armed guard, annual in-service training courses must be completed each year.

Actively Deter Crime

Just by hiring a couple of security guards on staggering shifts throughout the day or night, you can actively deter crime at your place of business. Would-be thieves and vandals tend to think twice when they see a security guard, which means you can avoid petty crimes like theft and vandalism. A trained security guard can also deter other types of crime, such as physical assault that could occur on your business property.

Furthermore, state-certified security guards are trained in how to detect suspicious activity. If a security guard notes suspicious activity, such as people loitering, steps can be taken to resolve the issue before a crime can be committed. Frequent inspections of your property can identify security risks so your business can tighten up any weak security areas. This also helps with loss prevention for business assets.

Handle Security Matters

In the event that a security issue does occur on your business property, a trained security guard can immediately handle security matters. A security guard is the first line of defense for your business property and assets, as well as the safety of your employees and customers. When security guards actively deter crimes, they can take immediate steps to de-escalate situations that may lead to security concerns. Many guards are trained to prevent suspect evasion and can interview witnesses.

Fast Response Time

Hiring a security guard to watch over your business property can also increase the response time to any security issues that may occur. While it may take several minutes for local police to arrive, a security guard is already on your business property and can immediately apprehend a suspect. Although a security guard does not have the authority to arrest someone, the guard can keep the suspect on the property until the police or other proper authorities arrive.

Customized Protection

Regardless of your individual security requirements, we will work with you to develop a plan that is specialized to satisfy your safety and security objectives. In areas like threat assessment, emergency response, conflict resolution, and security technology, our security staff have some of the most cutting-edge training. You may have peace of mind knowing that your personal security is in the best hands when you work with BlackStone Security Group.

Schedule a Situation Debrief  for your Customized Security Plan

Hiring a few state-certified security guards to patrol your business can be a smart idea if you want to reduce security risks, deter crime, handle security matters immediately, or de-escalate security situations before the police arrive. Both your customers and your employees will feel safer when your business is protected by trained professionals. 

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