Property owners should take note of the recent decision of Crown prosecutors in Ontario to drop charges against an animal rights activist who videotaped herself inside a local hog barn. Despite the video, the prosecution claimed that there wasn’t a reasonable chance of conviction, drawing fire from farm groups who said the decision allowed trespassers […]
When it comes to property security, change takes many forms. There is the daily change in traffic – the kinds of people, vehicles and goods coming to a property. There are also the changes that come in how people access your property, for both legitimate and illegitimate reasons. Being able to recognize and respond to […]
Change is constant, and with change comes an element of risk. Knowing how to manage risk reduces the potential for negative impact on your business. It can also help reduce the cost of insurance coverage, which is linked to the risks people, properties and businesses face. The insurance environment Many people are seeing insurance […]
Spring officially begins on March 20, and while it might not look like it in Calgary and Edmonton, it’s very likely to be a different story in Vancouver. The new season brings fresh security concerns. While winter brings ice that makes properties dangerous to occupants and cold temperatures that attract people seeking night-time shelter to […]
Imperial Security knows the importance accurate, detailed incident reports make. This is why it equips all of its security guards a mobile device with an app for filing reports in the course of each shift. The apps provide independent verification of the date, time and location of the guard at the time the report is […]
Private security guard companies aren’t just in the business of protecting property. They’re also in the people business, because good interpersonal skills are essential to defusing many common security concerns. A good security guard makes the people being protected feel comfortable, while the troublemakers feel out of place. A common tip in businesses that […]
All properties have weak spots. Any structure with a door can be entered, but not everyone who can enter the door should. And even if they’re allowed to enter, there may be times when access is limited. The risks to properties multiply as additional doors are added, not to mention windows. Surround the property […]
Proper security is critical to maintaining a safe environment for your business. The health and safety of staff and visitors, and the integrity of your operations depends on it. Security is much more than hiring qualified private security guard companies to do the job. It requires knowing the specific needs of the property, and having […]
The holidays, they say, are the most wonderful time of the year. But when it comes to property crime, there’s a heightened risk that things could go very wrong. Weather, partying and grinches who see opportunities to infringe on other people’s peace could all be to blame. However, having a private security guard company on […]
Many cities have written management plans detailing their plans for winter weather. Some cities even go so far as to demonstrate their preparedness with equipment displays. When it comes to winterizing your business, Imperial Security is doing its part to make sure the safety and protection of your workers and property doesn’t fall short. […]
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