15+ hour, 37+ min ago  (503+ words) I was recently asked about use of force within the security industry. It was brought up as if it was a difficult topic, or a topic that should be avoided. The questions were asked: No, not entirely. Security personnel are…...

3+ week, 7+ hour ago  (624+ words) Implementing effective de-escalation training can no longer be a luxury offered only to personnel in high-risk roles; it is a critical risk-mitigation strategy that protects the employer, the employee and the client in all aspects of our industry. There are…...

5+ mon, 6+ day ago  (462+ words) Throughout my time as a journalist, I've had countless conversations with professionals across a wide range of industries discussing their career journeys. While each story is unique, one theme consistently emerges: the powerful influence of mentorship. I have found the…...

7+ mon, 1+ week ago  (837+ words) fatihhoca / E+ / via Getty Images Back to school season is just around the corner, and with it comes the ongoing, nuanced conversation about school safety. When discussing common threats or best practices in education security, it is important that security…...

7+ mon, 5+ day ago  (380+ words) De-escalation is important for many reasons. Here are three of the top reasons. It reduces the risk of injury to all parties. It builds and strengthens the trust of the community. Communication is improved by using de-escalation tactics. Secondly, when…...

8+ mon, 1+ week ago  (121+ words) Nathan Dumlao via Unsplash The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has signed an alliance agreement with Amarillo College that focuses on providing safety training and hazard identification skills for students, employers and workers. Under the three-year agreement, the alliance…...