News Tagged ‘security’

Effective Approach Of Strengthening An Urban High School Or Club Security

Wednesday, March 28th, 2012

 

SuperScanner

I would like to believe that I am the best head of security in St. Louis. My experience comes from my many years of service in the military. Because of this the firm I work for offers the best and tightest security that they can find.

The moment I was hired I recommended that the firm buy the best metal detector for the money in order to keep their spending efficient. We must tighten frontline defenses before any wrongdoer infiltrates the building.

I believe that thwarting danger need not hit your operational budget as hard as a bomb. There are cost effective security metal detectors that can effectively complete the exact same mission.

In response the administration instructed the purchase of Garrett handheld metal detectors for the use of my group. It was a great start for me so I figured to stay with this firm perhaps until my retirement age.

At my behest they provided us with the Superscanner that has been around for a quarter of a century. I understand that this detector owing to state-of-the-art engineering has stayed on top of different lists of must-haves with regards to foolproof security.

With its outstanding level of sensitivity it can find a medium-sized pistol 9 feet away a large knife from a 6-foot distance and razor blades and box cutters located 3 feet away. Add to these foil-wrapped drugs and also small jewelry that are at a distance of one foot.

Anyone trying to sneak these types of things within our building will be in big trouble. Once the three-color LED light of this Garrett metal detector flashes and its sharply audible alarm rings my men, will swoop down on the suspect. Furthermore you can just place a finger on a push button to halt the detection of nearby ambient metal like rebar and metal walls.

Why settle for costly items when you can get the best metal detector for the money that you think is reasonable? Moreover what we have makes our jobs easier since it is self-calibrating thereby removing the necessity to make periodic adjustments on the unit.


How To Protect Yourself With Self Defense Products

Monday, September 5th, 2011

In these dangerous times, self defense for women and a college personal safety kit are  just two suggestions that can prevent you from being victimized by criminals. Parents sending kids off to college should seriously consider purchasing online a college personal safety kit. Especially a parent that has a daughter attending an urban college or university. It’s important to keep in mind that urban universities have additional personal security concerns for college students because urban crime is prevalent and criminals are looking to victimize young defenseless college females. Parents should search online for college rape protection for their daughter going off to college.

Self defense products are crucial in safeguarding you in opposition to thief or any kind of additional kind of assailant. Presently there is a plethora of choices to select from when searching for personal safety products which include tasers, pepper spray, stun guns, personal alarms and more.  security products help to make becoming secure a much less overwhelming process and also are easy to use.

These products are a fantastic method to achieve security as well as peace of mind.  Bring both reliable and effective non lethal self defense weapons with you at all times, even if you know martial arts. Students should get a college personal safety kit for their college dorm or off campus university apartment.

Self defense products are becoming extremely trendy simply because of how effective they are towards assailants and also they don’t take as long to learn as martial arts or self defense training.  Also, these courses tend to be often costly, therefore safety products are a great cost effective alternative.  They are additionally a fantastic alternative to carrying a knife or even gun, considering that those could result in death or permanent injury, which in turn you might be held responsible.

Women specifically need to be conscious of their own surrounding for personal safety.  Women are more likely to be attacked than men.  Since women are attacked at a four to one margin over males, they have to be particularly cautious and always have at least lipstick pepper spray.

Women often like pepper spray as a easy to use self defense item. When selecting a pepper spray, women have many choices.  Such include pepper spray pen, lipstick pepper spray, pepper gel or even pepper spray key chains.

Women often have long hair, which makes it an ideal place for an attacker to grab to control his victim.  It is painful and effectively diminishes the victim’s ability in order to fight back simply by immobilizing a vulnerable spot (the head),  leaving it open to injuries, and limiting the victim’s line of eyesight.  This is the reason why it is particularly essential for women to obtain self defense products and have them always with them.

Other than pepper spray, stun guns and Tasers are efficient self defense weapons which usually are non lethal as well as easy to use.  Having non-lethal weapons is important since they will not permanently hurt your attacker, avoiding  any legal issues that might arise if you had used a knife or gun instead.

For maximum safety always carry some thing along with you and be mindful of your environment.  Attackers like to attack those who are distracted.  Don’t let that be you.

Crime Is Real, Don’t Be a Victim!

 


Car Thieves Caught on Tape: If you Own a Car Watch This Video

Thursday, December 16th, 2010

St. Louis criminals already succeeding in making  their hometown the most dangerous city in America, also want to be known as the boldest and most innovative car thieves in America. Homeowner security cameras caught these urban criminals in action.

Crime Is Real, Don’t Be a Victim!

Gerald Urban


Purchase Intruder Alarm Devices Like the Auto Dialer with Security Alarm

Friday, November 26th, 2010

It is a constant concern for my neighbor to monitor his small print shop located in the neighborhood because he also has a full-time job.  They entrust the day to day operation of the store to two employees because his wife is working as well.

I told him to purchase intruder alarm products to help ease his anxiety.  He agreed to that idea.  I told him to use his online connection at his office to do some research on inexpensive security alarm products.

Since he had no previous knowledge of how to purchase intruder alarm tools, he started by getting information about these devices.  He spent a lot of time online because the first ones he saw were for big applications.

He discovered more about the Auto Dialer with Security Alarm while learning online where to purchase intruder alarm devices that will fit his immediate needs.  The Auto Dialer with Security Alarm is just what he needed for his business.

Even with its small size of 6″ in height, 3 1/4 in width, and 1 1/2″ in thickness, the Auto Dialer with Security Alarm has the features of a standard unit.  Any area that you select will be monitored by its passive infrared system.

When armed, the motion detector of the Auto Dialer with Security Alarm scans the selected area.  The moment motion is detected, a 105 dB security alarm will sound and its auto dialer will dial the 5 preset phone numbers that you selected.

Once in the shop, he can choose the Chime mode, and a chime will alert him when motion is detected. The Auto Dialer is easy to set-up and is powered by 9 volt battery.  It has an AC adaptor and a phone line.  He has to put the dialer into the desired location 5 to 6 feet above the floor.

After learning about alarm and security products, he and his wife are considering installing an IP camera that will provide additional peace of mind.

Crime Is Real, Don’t Be a Victim!

Gerald Urban


Commercial (Business) Burglary: Most Dangerous City

Wednesday, November 24th, 2010

Ninety percent of burglary prevention is physical security.  If your complex is locked up and unauthorized entry is made difficult, time consuming, noisy and visible, chances of a successful burglary are kept to a minimum.  The burglar will pass up your business and look for an easier target.

Prevention

LOCKS on all outside entrances and inside security doors should be double cylinder deadbolts with moveable collars.  The deadbolt should have at least one inch throw containing a hardened steel insert and protected by a latch guard.

PADLOCKS should be of hardened steel, mounted on bolted hasps and always locked to prevent exchange.  Serial numbers should be filed off to prevent new keys from being made.

DOORS (all outside or security doors) should be of solid construction, metal lined and secured with heavy metal crossbars.  Jams around doors must be solid.  All exposed hinges should be pinned to prevent removal.

WINDOWS should have secure locks.  Burglar-resistant glass treatments are also recommended.  An example would be the installation of polyester security film.  However, this must be used in conjunction with the alarm’s glass break sensor.  Heavy metal grates may be used on windows of high vulnerability (such as rear windows).  Check with the Fire Marshall for safety requirements.

LIGHTS must provide optimum visibility, both inside and out, with those outside having vandal-proof covers over the lights and power source.  Entire perimeter must be well lit, especially the area around doors and other possible entry points.

alarm system should be supplied by a licensed alarm company with a central monitoring station.  Check the alarm system on a daily basis, and advertise its presence to deter break-ins.

CASH REGISTER should be kept in plain view from outside the building so it can be easily monitored and should be left open when empty and not in use.

SAFE should be fire proof, burglar resistant, anchored securely and in plain view.  Leave it open when it is empty, and use it to lock up valuables when business is closed.  Change the combination whenever someone with access to it leaves your employment.

BUILDING EXTERIOR should be checked including the roof, cellar and walls.  Secure all openings.

MAINTAIN GOOD VISIBILITY by not allowing landscaping, boxes, trash bins, vehicles or equipment near building where they might provide concealment or access to the roof.

PERIMETER FENCES need to be adequate enough to keep intruders out, and at the same time allow good visibility of your business  by neighbors and police (i.e. vertical iron bar fence or 1/8 inch mesh vinyl coated chain link).

KEY CONTROL should be done in a responsible manner.  A master key system where one key opens all locks may be convenient, but it may not be the best for security.  Code all keys, keep them locked up when not in use, and do not allow employees to leave them lying around or make duplicates.  Change locks whenever you suspect key security has been jeopardized.

ID NUMBERS should be marked on all equipment and stickers (such as Operation ID) should be displayed to make this plainly evident to would-be thieves.  The best number to use is your personal Missouri driver’s license number. Also, keeping a record of serial numbers on all equipment may help in recovery of stolen property.

Crime Is Real, Don’t Be a Victim!

Gerald Urban


Defending Yourself Against Street Thugs

Wednesday, April 14th, 2010

Our urban community is a dangerous treacherous place today. I find it distressing that with all the robberies, assaults, home intrusions, rapes, etc. Most people don’t think about personal protection until after they or someone they know is victimized by a desperate street thug. During an assault or rape it is very unlikely that anyone, even the police, can come to your rescue fast enough. That is why it is so important to carry at least a non-lethal self defense weapon to protect yourself an assist in your escape. There are many inexpensive non-lethal personal protection products available, that will save your life if ever needed. Wildfire pepper spray, Retractable steel baton and the Pretender 4.5 Million Volt cell phone stun gun are very effective at stopping an attacker in his tracks.

Crime Is Real, Don’t Be a Victim!

Gerald Urban


ATM SECURITY

Tuesday, January 12th, 2010

ATM cash machines have been incorporated in our way of life. They offer a real convenience to those on the run but at the same time offer an element of risk. Using an ATM machine safely requires awareness and a little planning. Just because an ATM machine is open and available 24-hours a day doesn’t mean it is safe to use it. Most ATM robberies occur at night between 8:00 PM and midnight. ATM robbers are usually males under 25 years of age and most work alone. ATM robbers usually position themselves nearby waiting for a victim to approach and withdraw cash. Most ATM robbery victims are woman and were alone when robbed. Most claim that they never saw the robber coming. Most ATM robbers used a gun or claimed to have a concealed weapon when confronting the victim and demanding their cash.
If you or your family members use ATM cash machines on a regular basis, here are some tips that can make the process a little safer:
• Use only ATM machines in well-lighted, high-traffic areas. Don’t use ATM machines that are remote or hidden such as being located behind buildings, behind pillars, walls, or away from public view. Beware of obvious hiding places like shrubbery or overgrown trees. ATM robbers like to have the element of surprise and no witnesses. Robbers like good escape routes like nearby freeway on-ramps or high speed thoroughfares.
• Choose an ATM that looks and ‘feels’ safer, even if it is a couple of miles out of the way. Try and limit your use to daylight hours. Take someone with you after hours, if you can. When you drive up to an ATM location, scan the area for any suspicious persons. If you see anyone suspicious standing nearby or sitting in a car, drive away. When you approach an ATM on foot be prepared and have your access card ready. Memorize your personal PIN number to prevent loss and speed the transaction. After inserting your card and your PIN number keep an eye out behind you. Never accept an offer to help or request for help from a suspicious make ahead of you at the machine. If anyone suspicious or seemingly dangerous approaches terminate your transaction machine. First, tell the suspicious male in a loud, firm voice to “back-off” and leave you alone. This is designed to startle the person and give you time to flee, if appropriate. When you receive cash from the machine put it away immediately, extract your card, and walk away.
• If you use your car at a drive-thru ATM machine the same rules apply. Keep the car in gear, with your foot firmly on the brake, while using the ATM machine. Keep a close eye on your rear and side view mirrors during the transaction. Robbers almost always approach from the rear on the drivers side. If you see anyone approaching, drive off even if it means leaving your ATM card behind. If you are confronted by an armed robber, just give up your money without argument. The cash is not worth serious injury or death. Get to a safe place and call the police immediately.
• If lights around the ATM are not working, don’t use that machine
• Avoid ATM machines adjacent to obvious hiding places
• Beware of offers for help from strangers during an ATM transaction
• Don’t fight with or attempt to follow the robber
• Drive or walk to a safe place and immediately call the police

Crime Is Real, Don’t Be a Victim!

Gerald Urban