By Travis Strawbridge, Ty L. Richmond Originally appeared in November/December 2022 Security Today Magazine The event security industry, which includes concerts, conventions, sporting and other special events, was one of the sectors hit hardest by the global pandemic, as events ground to a halt overnight, but the sector has come roaring back to life with lightning speed. While pre-pandemic, there were generally one or two major festivals at a time across the county, today, there are often six to 8 …
By Travis Strawbridge, Ty L. Richmond Originally appeared in November/December 2022 Security Today Magazine Mitigating Future Tragedies On Nov. 5 2021, at an Astroworld Festival near Houston, a concert turned into a tragedy when the crowd surged, causing multiple fatalities and serious injuries. The state of Texas formed the Texas Task Force on Concert Safety. “Live music is a source of joy, entertainment and community for so many Texans—and the last thing concertgoers should have to worry about is their …
By Travis Strawbridge, Ty L. Richmond Originally appeared in November/December 2022 Security Today Magazine Event Security Staff: Most Valuable Assets Employees are the most valuable assets of any event security company. It is vitally important for an event security firm to adhere to strict guidelines for hiring and training. In addition, the event security’s management team should be coaches and mentors to all front-line employees. Experienced, trained security professionals, who are licensed, and who …
Download Now Water Safety Tips to Keep You and Your Family Safe Water safety is extremely important, especially during the summer months when so many activities include water, such as swimming, diving and boating. Following these water safety tips can keep you and your family safe this summer: If you or someone you know doesn’t already know how, learn to swim. Always swim with a friend or relative; never swim alone. Children or inexperienced swimmers should take precautions by wearing a US Coast Guard …
Media Contacts: Kari Garcia Director of Public Relations – North America Phone: 949-826-3560 Email: Kari.Garcia@aus.com Appointment exemplifies company’s “Promote from Within” culture IRVINE, Calif. — June 28, 2023 — Allied Universal® , a leading security and facility services provider, today announced the appointment of Jose Ubieta as president of the company’s mid-Atlantic region. Ubieta oversees sales, operations, profitability and growth of the company’s guarding business while …
Media Contact: Kari Garcia Director of Public Relations Allied Universal Phone: 949-826-3560 Email: Kari.Garcia@aus.com IRVINE, Calif. — July, 10, 2023 — Allied Universal® , the leading security and facility services provider, today announced that its Executive Protection Academy (EP-301) training program has been accredited by ASIS International as a Preferred CPE course for recertification and continuing professional education (CPE) requirements for security professionals. ASIS International is the …
In any disaster, time is precious, and preparedness is paramount. Join Allied Universal's emergency preparedness experts for a free guided discussion on how best to navigate through chaos. Learn effective emergency planning fundamentals, identify Mission Essential Functions (MEFs), and explore the art of threat mitigation. Gain insights into coordination techniques for emergency operations across agencies and sectors and discover innovative technologies for efficient disaster response and recovery. Key …
In any disaster, time is precious, and preparedness is paramount. Join Allied Universal's emergency preparedness experts for a free guided discussion on how best to navigate through chaos. Learn effective emergency planning fundamentals, identify Mission Essential Functions (MEFs), and explore the art of threat mitigation. Gain insights into coordination techniques for emergency operations across agencies and sectors and discover innovative technologies for efficient disaster response and recovery. Key …
Since 2018, more than 151,000 children across the United States have endured a school shooting. This deadly threat demands an innovative approach to campus safety. Firearms Detection Canine teams are an effective way to mitigate threats on campus, protect your school and foster community engagement. Key takeaways in this episode: Canine selection and socialization Canine training program overview Footage of real-world search scenario Deterrence, detection rates, and response protocols Before proceeding to …
Since 2018, more than 151,000 children across the United States have endured a school shooting. This deadly threat demands an innovative approach to campus safety. Firearms Detection Canine teams are an effective way to mitigate threats on campus, protect your school and foster community engagement. Key takeaways in this episode: Canine selection and socialization Canine training program overview Footage of real-world search scenario Deterrence, detection rates, and response …