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The job of a security guard is not an easy one. They are charged with protecting property and people but often find themselves attacked while doing it. We tell you how dangerous the job can be at our blog.

A Florida school district is looking into using a service that would scan social media for threats. SecurityInfoWatch.com reports that Social Sentinel scans for keywords and sends alerts when certain strings are detected.

When people gather for events, it's important to identify potential threats ahead of time and create strategies for dealing with them. It's the difference between a successful event, and one that could result in chaos.

It seems like security guards are in the news a lot, and the stories are not always positive. But here in California, the training of our guards produces a higher caliber of professional. We explain at our blog.

Cops are under more pressure than ever before. While tasked with protecting us, police still answer petty nuisance calls which reduce their ability to keep us safe. SecurityMagazine.com suggests that partnerships between cops and private security could ease their burden and ensure public safety.

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This week's terror attack in London illustrates how urban areas are particularly susceptible to terror incidents. London added barricades after a 2017 attack, but there was nothing to stop the driver from veering into cyclists. We tell you what happened at our blog.

The Elizabeth Forward Schools in Western Pennsylvania have hired four security officers for the upcoming school year. All are retired police officers. Three from the PA State Police and one from the Pittsburgh PD.

Being based in Los Angeles, we know that some of the most famous and successful entertainers and business professionals live in our city. Unfortunately, their status makes them targets. Read how our VIP Security keeps them safe.

There have been 37 police officers killed by gunfire this year. It's a disturbing number, especially when you realize it is eight more than this time last year. We take a look at these stats at our blog.

Security personnel have a new threat to prepare for: Assassination by drones. Last week, two drone-bombs carrying two pounds of explosives each were used in a foiled attempt to kill Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. SecurityInfoWatch.com explains the latest.

Are you routinely in the public eye? If so, you need to take steps to protect yourself. Violent crime in Los Angeles has risen by over 12%. Our Executive Protection service allows you to maintain your privacy and safety while still living a "public life."

A Macon, Georgia security guard was shot while working at a funeral home. Ira Shackleford was closing a gate when a car pulled up and he was hit in the shoulder. Macon.com reports that after being treated at the scene, Shackleford continued to patrol the grounds.