Four Common Misconceptions about Private Security Officer

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Four Common Misconceptions about Private Security
Officer
There are many common misconceptions about
private security officers nowadays. It has
something to do with how the industry is being
presented in films, televisions and other social
media forum. For those who need the help of
private security officers or patrol personnel, it
is necessary to correct the misunderstanding.
Weve gathered the usual misconception and
discuss about it for the benefit of everyone.
All Security Guards are Men The common notion
that all private security guards are men is not
true. Many years ago, men dominated the private
security service industry. Every person who is
working as security guards is a man who is
considered strong, reliable and alert. However,
things change these days. There is a greater
demand for security guards who are women to work
in corporate offices as frontline officers and
senior management personnel.
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Security Officers Should Look Like
Bodybuilders Is it really a requirement to look
bulky and strong to work as a private security
officer? Based on recent development, it is not
really necessary to look like a bodybuilder to
become part of the industry. The usual
requirements include being organized with good
communication skills and with exceptional
observational skills. It is also highly
recommended to practice good customer service
aside from being alert and dependable. Patrol
Officers Work Only During Late Nights and
Weekends These days, the work schedule of a
private security guard is not fixed. There are
various time schedules to follow. Basically, it
is not true that patrol officers can perform
their tasks during late nights and weekends only.
It depends on the demand of the clients.
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It is Too Dangerous to Work with Private Security
Personnel The groundwork of private security
guards is basically to protect businesses,
establishments, properties and people. But they
are not assigned in high risk areas only. Due to
the rigidity of their tasks, they are properly
trained on how to act during potentially
dangerous situations so that they will know how
to deal with it.
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