On-Demand Webinars | Resource Request Police and security forces are hard at work, but public safety is the responsibility of all individuals. Your participation is an integral part of homeland security efforts. You know your everyday surroundings best—neighborhoods, workplaces, schools, parks and transportation systems and chances are you will notice when something seems strange or out of place. Before proceeding to the On-Demand Webinar that you have requested, please provide us with a little …
Now that the major holidays are upon us, take a few minutes to extend your safety culture. This is not only the time of year for special celebrations, it’s also prime for safeguarding your belongings and assets—especially those you’ve eagerly awaited as gifts or those you stowed away for that special loved one. Therefore, it’s important that your employees, colleagues, family and friends are aware of their surroundings and always on alert when partaking in seasonal activities, whether they are shopping, …
As October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, it’s a good time to dust off your passwords and reinvigorate them to protect your data and identity both on and offline. The following is sage advice from our cybersecurity team. When in doubt, throw it out Links in email and online posts are often the way cybercriminals compromise your computer. If it looks suspicious—even if you know the source—it is best to delete or, if appropriate, mark it as “junk email.” Contact the company directly (via phone) …
No organization or geographic area is immune from extreme violence. Having an Active Shooter Response Plan is no longer enough. Organizations and institutions must be prepared for new attack methods by developing policies, plans, procedures and exercises aligned with today’s realities. For more than two decades the standard model of workplace violence has included Type I: Criminal Intent, Type II: Customer/Patient, Type III: Worker-to-Worker and Type IV: Intimate Partner. Violence directed at an …
Soon, a multitude of fans, tourists and media will descend upon Atlanta for Super Bowl LIII. Whether your event is a major sports event or a Fortune 500 meeting, your business, wherever it is located, needs to be prepared with the right security measures and staff to go the distance to your goal line! By employing the best security practices, you’ll ensure the safety of your guests and staff and prevent damage to the venue. Know the Venue and Venue Security Personnel – Every venue requires a specific …
Hollywood, the media, and elected officials have all combined to bring light to horrific crimes associated with human trafficking. More people are aware of sex trafficking than the issues of forced labor and domestic servitude, all of which are elements of human trafficking. Yet, in 2021 alone, the United States (just one of many countries facing this issue) had over 51,000 reported cases of human trafficking. Unfortunately, human trafficking and its impact are growing faster than overall awareness. The …
Security officers act as community ambassadors where they assume customer service roles. They are also first responders in emergencies, act as a liaison with local law enforcement, lead safety efforts, escort patients in hospitals, raise personal security awareness with students, and check in on residents in gated communities. The physical security sector fosters career growth for men and women who take advantage of the continual training and opportunities that the industry presents. I speak from …
We salute our veterans and extend our gratitude for their service. Military service members are often on the front lines, sacrificing everything to protect our freedom. And at Allied Universal, these unsung heroes help do their part to serve, secure and care for the people and businesses in every corner of our communities. When they join our ranks, they bring with them leadership attributes, significant life experiences and military core values that are a perfect fit to be successful among a large …
Media Relations Contact Allied Universal Nancy Thompson, Vorticom Public Relations 212-532-2208 or nancyt@vorticom.com Allied Universal Hires New Chief Financial Officer Andrew Vollero Brings Substantial Corporate Finance and Operations Expertise to Security Leader Santa Ana, CA, Nov. 12, 2018— Allied Universal , a leading security and facility services company, has named Andrew Vollero its new Chief Financial Officer. Vollero will replace Bill Torzolini, who will retire in 2019, after serving 17 years …
Every year, millions of men, women, and children are trafficked in countries around the world, including the United States. It is estimated that human trafficking generates billions of dollars in profit per year, second only to drug trafficking as the most profitable form of transnational crime. Human trafficking is a hidden crime as victims rarely come forward to seek help because of language barriers, fear of the traffickers, and/or fear of law enforcement. Watch our free webinar to learn about: What is …