Security is both perception - feeling - and reality - factual, objective and measurable. Two different things. Even if you are not secure, you may feel you are. And the reverse is also true. We can f distinguish between the perceived effectiveness of security measures and the actual security provided by those measures. A guard sitting on a street corner in a suburban neighbourhood, a register to complete when entering a building or estate and a Boerboel in your backyard might raise your perception of being secure, while not really being objective (real) security. Still, the FarLooking at today's headlines, alarming incidents fill the news every day. These threats, whether real or perceived, have created heightened security concerns …show more content…
However, to augment these security services, high-end companies are adding K-9 patrols and detection services. K-9 officers are expertly trained and have keen senses that add an effective and efficient layer of security. K-9 officers provide an excellent visual deterrent to crime and increase community awareness, and are a less-lethal alternative to firearms. Emergency Medical Services (EMS): As mentioned, as the baby boomers get older, emergency medical services are in demand. To compete, security companies must now integrate medical first responder, paramedic, and CPR/AED offerings to their portfolios. Often, security personnel are the first to spot and respond to a medical emergency in the community. When they are EMT trained, they can call 911 and then begin providing immediate life-saving care while waiting for help to arrive. Special forces: Today's security professionals have to be ready for anything. That's why the top security companies are employing men and women with prior military and police experience. Trained in stealth tactics, lethal and non-lethal weapons, and a host of anti-intrusion equipment and practices, they are more than just guards, they are highly experienced and diverse professionals who can adapt and act in any