Typically no, but keeping zip ties or metal cable on hand to do a quick fix is helpful if it's a longterm site. Zip ties are easy to cut and replace as well as typically cheap. The cable is usually reusable you just have to unweave it from the chainlink.
I was a guard for little over a year I took it seriously for about 10 months of after that I was always glued to my phone. I finally quit because I was just tired of it. You have to have the right attitude for security work. Or else your going to hate every minute of it. I still can't phathom how people try to turn this field into a career. Barely any benefits no retirement plans no room to move up unless you become level 2 or 3, crap pay are only one of many reasons why security work is a terrible long term job. For most people not all I mind you
Shen I do security for a train company watching rail line vehicles and excavators I just sleep in my car because no touches anything because most the time i'm out in the middle of no where.12 hour shift but I'm awake for 6 hours of it.
as a security guard why would you repair the broken fence? Do you work for a security company? Was that in your job description to fix things at the site?
Yes, maintaining a secure site is part of the job, including keeping the fencing intact. Construction crews or delivery drivers do not always close fences and waiting until the next morning for it to be closed or repaired is not good security practice. When you work large special events the fence is one of the strongest deterrents to people trespassing. I would rather close the openings than worry that later in the night someone might sneak in. This event was at a public park, so if there were openings in the fence, then people felt it meant they could jog or walk their dogs inside the fenced area. Security involves more than just sitting there or walking the property every so often.
Exactly! it is strongly advised that security officers do not repair or install anything on post. I would do an incident report about the fencing. Installing sensors? Dude, you're doing way too much. I would drive around with my flood and MAG-LITE! I would not repair anything! Great way to get fired.
Have to say them sensors are a great idea, I set them across the entry road to the site where I work, when someone cm drives up the road the sensors go off waking me up, will never be caught sleeping on duty again 😁 😁 😁
+Zack Pedrick - I'm pretty much the same as far as overnights. The company I work for handles most of the major events in Arizona, so I enjoy working overnight before the event or game, and then being out of there before the public shows up. Some of the benefits to overnight is often working alone, more hours, and higher pay. I got the sensors off Amazon. They are battery operated, weather resistant, and fairly reliable. amzn.to/1P6lTKg
Being naive gets you fired. Security firms do not care how good of a person you are. It shows in your paycheck. Guard mgrs and clients usually become the enemy after a while.
When the Police stop by ask them about crime at the site. I was sent to a bank ( unarmed) only to find out by the police it had been robbed twice. My company said nothing.
Zhang Wei that's fucked up man it shouldn't be like that. My company did the same thing to me they "randomly" chose me to be sent to work this super dark poorly lit apartment complex. Come to find out from one of the tenants that someone got robbed and stabbed there in the past week wtf. Now I carry a concealed gun and I bought a protective vest even though it's against contract to have those at this site idc I'm not dying for a $10 wage. I should just quit because they obviously don't care about my safety but like a lot of others working that job I need the money right now...
judge parker 1) I do in fact have a concealed permit 2) i didn't see anywhere in the Virginia state laws that says working private security while carrying concealed was against the penal code. Sure it definitely goes against company policy and I could face civil liabilities but I'm not an idiot and wouldn't go around brandishing it anyways. I'm saying if I had literally no choice like I was being chased by multiple people with weapons and got cornered. At least I'm not dead. Besides I quit already lol
@@thedarkknight646 Your not the only one. I carry a sig p238 and work at a hospital. I don't have a permit and we are unarmed guards. Alot of crime around the area and im not taking any chances for $15.00 an hour.
Good question! I always try to avoid getting too close until I know if they are armed. We always let a dispatcher know about the situation and call 911 if it looks like there will be an issue. Often local PD will stop by throughout the night to check on us. Our safety comes before protecting the property.
We're allowed to use whatever force necessary to protect our lives and/or the lives of others. It's really a tough situation we're in where we have to justify everything we do since we do not have qualified immunity like the cops do.
+SC Rider - Yeah, but I usually try to keep my distance, and most people leave once they see me. If they do seem aggressive there are steps I can take to stop them, or slow them down. For me I always try to see them before they see me, hence the sensors and night vision. Also, most of the jobs I do are in pretty nice areas or in locations that are already fairly secure.
It probably depends on the company, if they are short on night guards, and if they feel you can handle it. Most companies will have you work days first or have you work at night with other guards before letting you work alone. If you do well during the training they may let you start a night shift right away.
1. Get a Maglite or equivalent flashlight with 5 DD batteries. Makes for a good light and self defense. 2. Buy Pepper Spray or Mace. You never know if you can get back into a corner. I would rather be fired than be stabbed or beat up. 3. Wear a stab proof, baseball impact proof vest. 4. Wear composite or steel boots. If you need to kick in between the legs, legs or knee caps if your knocked down.
When I left the Army, I worked at a large post where at least one emergency happened every single shift I worked, whether day or night. Half of those involved me escorting first responders around our site to the exact spot of the emergency (3 buildings, 4 levels a piece with outdoor recreation areas across 10 acres). I worked others where my job was to deter potential pedophiles that were lingering around the site, peeping at the patrons' children. At another post I worked, I answered directly to a home owners' association. There, I was advised that the previous 4 guards that worked there either got fired or quit. One of them got beat up trying to uphold rules at the swimming pool in front of the subdivision. I took that job and totally cleaned that place up single handedly. Grant it, I was pretty buff at the time and looked intimidating. I did receive physical threats while working that post, but I always told those idiots to bring it on and none of them had the guts to....they knew I wasn't bluffing (and I thank God for keeping me safe there, totally a miracle). Many days I was scared deep down inside, but I had to push through the fear. I cant stand ignorant people like you who make blanket statements about shit you have no idea about. You have no idea just how serious security can get. And by the way, I was unarmed at the posts I mentioned. Each one was a hell on earth.
Been doing security for 2 years now start my new job this year working graveyard shift for an extended stay Hotel/Apartments tmrw night... wish me luck fellas💯
@@pf210 as a general rule, I'd avoid hotels, motels, extended stay, resorts. You have to deal with a lot & honestly, it's not worth it. Staffs & front desk clerks are clueless. Few stay working longer than 6mo-12mo. Police or sheriffs deputies 🚔🚓👮🏽♂️👮🏾♀️ rufuse to help or do arrests-trespass. You see suicides, lost kids, bums, hookers, drug dealers, cheating couples-domestics.
I enjoy working overnight shifts, although I no longer work at events. Staying awake the first few shifts is a challenge until your sleep pattern adjusts. Along with caffeine, walking helps. I now work for a company watching power lines and equipment for APS. We sit in our cars and as long as you stay awake they don't care if you read or watch movies during your 12 hour shift. Good luck!
I bought them off Amazon and they are one of the least expensive yet reliable and portable ways of setting up a motion sensor security system. I can sit in my car and know if someone is in the area. After I was using mine for a while some of the other security guards started using them. When you are alone somewhere in the dark they help keep you safe. The batteries last for many months. ua-cam.com/video/Tk16k8-y2Rg/v-deo.html amzn.to/2ee15RG
More advice, you need an electric skateboard. I have never walked that far as a security officer. Not even close. Also bear spray shoots really far away. Get counter assault which has 2%
idk mate.. i'm working as a security guard in what is called an "industrial city" in my hometown in Croatia. 12hrs shifts, very large primeter (fencing is around 6km or 4.5mls long, with a lot of objects inside), money is s..t, but... i like it tho... i'm pretty much alone, i'm a nightowl by nature, so mixture of long walks and tv shows binge watching really suits me. There are some interventions, but mostly addicts tryin to steal some scrap aluminium, easily dealt with tbh. Definitely not for everyone, but if you are of a ceetain personality... it's hard to find more suitable job out there.
First of all you shouldn't have touched the fence. second what the hell are you wearing???. As a security guard your outer layer has to have a badge, name tag or printed name, and company shoulder patch, which is dps law. Also you need a clean shave which is also dps law. And why the hell would you record the property and the pattern of your patrol route? someone can use the video to take advantage of that. I'm also pretty sure the company your work for would frown upon that. And I hope to god your not armed while wearing a black hoodie. you shouldn't give out advice when you have about a dozen flaws on your person.
Generally, I ignore comments left by people who haven't got a clue, but since yours is so ridiculous I thought I would respond. First, it is the role of security to ensure the property is secure... this includes closing any openings in a fenceline. On this job the fencing was also owned by the security company I worked for, it was temporary fencing and the security guards are responsible for keeping it secure. I would rather fix it at the start of the shift than worry about someone entering through it during the night. If it needed extra work the construction team could fix it the next day. What am I wearing... at the start of the video they are clothes I wear before beginning my shift. If you had watched later in the video you would have seen me wearing a jacket with the required badging and identification when I am on the clock. DPS does not prohibit beards or mustaches. It seems you are unaware of DPS requirements for security guards. There is no such thing as "DPS law" for armed and unarmed guards. DPS has codes and regulations, but even those vary by the type of guard and company. If a guard spends all their time interacting with the public, then the company may require different attire and grooming than guards who work alone overnight. As far as me recording the property... it was not a permanent site, but only set up for an event. By the time this video was posted the event was over and the park cleared. It was a large fenced area where anyone could have watched me from outside the fencing to see my behavior, although like any good guard I never repeated a "pattern" more than a few times. My company had no problem with me discussing how I do my job. It is one of the largest event management and security companies in the U.S., and I have been working security for many years. There is a difference between overnight event security and security guard jobs where you work at a permanent location. Not everyone can handle 12 hour overnight shifts, sometimes in remote locations and extreme weather conditions. Major companies and clients repeatedly requested I return to secure their property or man surveillance cameras. Even though I am retired I still am called for special requests or to supervise major events. I have worked alongside local police and DPS without any complaints from them. You may want to stick to your video games and leave security work (and advice) to those who know what they're doing.
Document fence only as you are not covered by workers comp if you hurt yourself doing someone else's job. Do vlog when off duty so you can hide company you work for. There is no law in either Canada or US that says you must shave before you go to work. What does "dps" stand for?
"it was temporary fencing and the security guards are responsible for keeping it secure." At my site in Canada if I am hurt doing something (repairing a fence) that is not part of my written site duties I will not be eligible for workers compensation. I often have site maintenance people asking me to do their jobs (rope off parking stalls, untangle the flag, put caution tape around slippery exterior stair) and I always politely tell them to fuck off. If I slip and fall fixing an opening in a fence (rather than reporting and documenting it) the first thing workers compensation board is going to ask is "what were you doing when you hurt yourself?" and my answer is going to be "I was helping out facilities with their duties". And then they say "you ain't covered"
@@gamerrrgramps6342 DPS Dept Of Public Safety? 🤔 Beards & mustaches are far more common in 2019 than 10-20 years ago. When I first started, 1990s, you couldn't have tats or ink all over your arms & legs. Today's first responders & security have fewer restrictions. Pretty soon cops & security will have face-neck-hand tats with jewelry all over their face... 🙄..
Looking through the video, your very vigilant, being a security guard can look like it’s boring at times but you always have to be ready.
As a rule security guards generally don't repair fences unless it's written in the post orders.
Please answer me this question g Davis
How to wake our security guard in night shift
@@nishanbajwa3575 lol...
I don't see anything wrong with documenting pictures before and after. Letting the owner know and blocking off that entry point
Typically no, but keeping zip ties or metal cable on hand to do a quick fix is helpful if it's a longterm site.
Zip ties are easy to cut and replace as well as typically cheap. The cable is usually reusable you just have to unweave it from the chainlink.
Don't become a liability. If the client agreed to pay you a low wage. Don't bother.
I was a guard for little over a year I took it seriously for about 10 months of after that I was always glued to my phone. I finally quit because I was just tired of it. You have to have the right attitude for security work. Or else your going to hate every minute of it. I still can't phathom how people try to turn this field into a career. Barely any benefits no retirement plans no room to move up unless you become level 2 or 3, crap pay are only one of many reasons why security work is a terrible long term job. For most people not all I mind you
Absolutely true!
@@jdavis8610 dam I forgot I wrote this comment.
@@yokedmonster lmaooo
Shen I do security for a train company watching rail line vehicles and excavators I just sleep in my car because no touches anything because most the time i'm out in the middle of no where.12 hour shift but I'm awake for 6 hours of it.
Sassy Sasquatch so..... currently unemployed?
We used to see the guy doing overnights sit in the bed of his old ass pickup with his tv set up and lawn chair eating chips it was something
+Barry J - We have a guy doing overnights that does the same exact thing. He watches movies all night.
@@TimsOutpost may aswell, especially if your in a quite area😂
Too right if u don't do that ur a mug
I would definitely have a flood/spotlight for that post! and protection. no way would I be there without a MAG/FLOOD AND OR SPOTLIGHT.
as a security guard why would you repair the broken fence? Do you work for a security company? Was that in your job description to fix things at the site?
Yes, maintaining a secure site is part of the job, including keeping the fencing intact. Construction crews or delivery drivers do not always close fences and waiting until the next morning for it to be closed or repaired is not good security practice. When you work large special events the fence is one of the strongest deterrents to people trespassing. I would rather close the openings than worry that later in the night someone might sneak in. This event was at a public park, so if there were openings in the fence, then people felt it meant they could jog or walk their dogs inside the fenced area. Security involves more than just sitting there or walking the property every so often.
Damm. You encouraged me to step up my game.
Exactly! it is strongly advised that security officers do not repair or install anything on post. I would do an incident report about the fencing. Installing sensors? Dude, you're doing way too much. I would drive around with my flood and MAG-LITE! I would not repair anything! Great way to get fired.
Have to say them sensors are a great idea, I set them across the entry road to the site where I work, when someone cm drives up the road the sensors go off waking me up, will never be caught sleeping on duty again 😁 😁 😁
again?
Lol don't sleep on company time
Great video! All I do is overnight security. What kind of sensors do you have? Could you provide a link?
+Zack Pedrick - I'm pretty much the same as far as overnights. The company I work for handles most of the major events in Arizona, so I enjoy working overnight before the event or game, and then being out of there before the public shows up. Some of the benefits to overnight is often working alone, more hours, and higher pay. I got the sensors off Amazon. They are battery operated, weather resistant, and fairly reliable. amzn.to/1P6lTKg
Being naive gets you fired. Security firms do not care how good of a person you are. It shows in your paycheck. Guard mgrs and clients usually become the enemy after a while.
When the Police stop by ask them about crime at the site. I was sent to a bank ( unarmed) only to find out by the police it had been robbed twice. My company said nothing.
Zhang Wei that's fucked up man it shouldn't be like that. My company did the same thing to me they "randomly" chose me to be sent to work this super dark poorly lit apartment complex. Come to find out from one of the tenants that someone got robbed and stabbed there in the past week wtf. Now I carry a concealed gun and I bought a protective vest even though it's against contract to have those at this site idc I'm not dying for a $10 wage. I should just quit because they obviously don't care about my safety but like a lot of others working that job I need the money right now...
judge parker 1) I do in fact have a concealed permit 2) i didn't see anywhere in the Virginia state laws that says working private security while carrying concealed was against the penal code. Sure it definitely goes against company policy and I could face civil liabilities but I'm not an idiot and wouldn't go around brandishing it anyways. I'm saying if I had literally no choice like I was being chased by multiple people with weapons and got cornered. At least I'm not dead. Besides I quit already lol
@@thedarkknight646 Your not the only one. I carry a sig p238 and work at a hospital. I don't have a permit and we are unarmed guards. Alot of crime around the area and im not taking any chances for $15.00 an hour.
what would you do if someone with a weapon or with malicious intent attacked you while you were guarding the property?
Good question! I always try to avoid getting too close until I know if they are armed. We always let a dispatcher know about the situation and call 911 if it looks like there will be an issue. Often local PD will stop by throughout the night to check on us. Our safety comes before protecting the property.
We're allowed to use whatever force necessary to protect our lives and/or the lives of others. It's really a tough situation we're in where we have to justify everything we do since we do not have qualified immunity like the cops do.
Gr8 info. Nicely presented.
That’s one long fence to walk 😧
Still trying figure out why no gulf cart or a mountain bike cover ground quickly
Do a duty belt video!
ua-cam.com/video/F7K3IIBte8A/v-deo.html
Stay Safe. Proactive, alert, and professional...
First and last round should be the best 🚓
Tim what are you going to do if someone does show up that shouldn't be tgere
+Robert Williams - In most cases people leave when I confront them. If they don't I then call the police.
+Tim Johnson Any concern they would just as soon stomp you and then leave?
+SC Rider - Yeah, but I usually try to keep my distance, and most people leave once they see me. If they do seem aggressive there are steps I can take to stop them, or slow them down. For me I always try to see them before they see me, hence the sensors and night vision. Also, most of the jobs I do are in pretty nice areas or in locations that are already fairly secure.
Glad to know that, you seem like too nice a guy to get killed by whoever.
Would it be hard to get a night shift only security job without any experience?
It probably depends on the company, if they are short on night guards, and if they feel you can handle it. Most companies will have you work days first or have you work at night with other guards before letting you work alone. If you do well during the training they may let you start a night shift right away.
Tim Johnson awesome, thanks for getting back to me so quick.
Wait did you spend your own money for your job? Lol
you have to invest in your career, if you want to make it farther than just a warm body position.
@@NayokeHenji lol 2 yr old comment luckily I work for a security company that provides everything if not they reimburse you.
1. Get a Maglite or equivalent flashlight with 5 DD batteries. Makes for a good light and self defense.
2. Buy Pepper Spray or Mace. You never know if you can get back into a corner. I would rather be fired than be stabbed or beat up.
3. Wear a stab proof, baseball impact proof vest.
4. Wear composite or steel boots. If you need to kick in between the legs, legs or knee caps if your knocked down.
Pepper spray is illegal in some areas.
@Tim's Outpost How do I order extra sensors without a base unit?
amzn.to/300BuGN
Anyone watching this video that's about to get into security, it's not this serious, do not worry.
When I left the Army, I worked at a large post where at least one emergency happened every single shift I worked, whether day or night. Half of those involved me escorting first responders around our site to the exact spot of the emergency (3 buildings, 4 levels a piece with outdoor recreation areas across 10 acres). I worked others where my job was to deter potential pedophiles that were lingering around the site, peeping at the patrons' children. At another post I worked, I answered directly to a home owners' association. There, I was advised that the previous 4 guards that worked there either got fired or quit. One of them got beat up trying to uphold rules at the swimming pool in front of the subdivision. I took that job and totally cleaned that place up single handedly. Grant it, I was pretty buff at the time and looked intimidating. I did receive physical threats while working that post, but I always told those idiots to bring it on and none of them had the guts to....they knew I wasn't bluffing (and I thank God for keeping me safe there, totally a miracle). Many days I was scared deep down inside, but I had to push through the fear.
I cant stand ignorant people like you who make blanket statements about shit you have no idea about. You have no idea just how serious security can get. And by the way, I was unarmed at the posts I mentioned. Each one was a hell on earth.
Been doing security for 2 years now start my new job this year working graveyard shift for an extended stay Hotel/Apartments tmrw night... wish me luck fellas💯
@@pf210 as a general rule, I'd avoid hotels, motels, extended stay, resorts. You have to deal with a lot & honestly, it's not worth it. Staffs & front desk clerks are clueless. Few stay working longer than 6mo-12mo. Police or sheriffs deputies 🚔🚓👮🏽♂️👮🏾♀️ rufuse to help or do arrests-trespass. You see suicides, lost kids, bums, hookers, drug dealers, cheating couples-domestics.
sounds like you have it covered.
Im working overnight event security any tips
I enjoy working overnight shifts, although I no longer work at events. Staying awake the first few shifts is a challenge until your sleep pattern adjusts. Along with caffeine, walking helps.
I now work for a company watching power lines and equipment for APS. We sit in our cars and as long as you stay awake they don't care if you read or watch movies during your 12 hour shift.
Good luck!
can u tell me more about the motion sensors please
I bought them off Amazon and they are one of the least expensive yet reliable and portable ways of setting up a motion sensor security system. I can sit in my car and know if someone is in the area. After I was using mine for a while some of the other security guards started using them. When you are alone somewhere in the dark they help keep you safe. The batteries last for many months. ua-cam.com/video/Tk16k8-y2Rg/v-deo.html amzn.to/2ee15RG
Are you using a steady cam and if so where did you get it
Yes, I'm using the Zhiyun Rider-M gimbal. amzn.to/2gADQp2
More advice, you need an electric skateboard. I have never walked that far as a security officer. Not even close. Also bear spray shoots really far away. Get counter assault which has 2%
I guess it's better for you to get a bicycle or a golf cart while patrolling a property like this.
nice vedio
Checkout www.therms.io for security guard & patrol reporting
Tip #1 get out of the job as soon as possible and never look back. It will suck your soul away
idk mate.. i'm working as a security guard in what is called an "industrial city" in my hometown in Croatia. 12hrs shifts, very large primeter (fencing is around 6km or 4.5mls long, with a lot of objects inside), money is s..t, but... i like it tho... i'm pretty much alone, i'm a nightowl by nature, so mixture of long walks and tv shows binge watching really suits me. There are some interventions, but mostly addicts tryin to steal some scrap aluminium, easily dealt with tbh. Definitely not for everyone, but if you are of a ceetain personality... it's hard to find more suitable job out there.
Fuck no working wherehouse will suck your soul up for a lil pay wtf u talking about Security is a easy chill job LMFAO!
First of all you shouldn't have touched the fence. second what the hell are you wearing???. As a security guard your outer layer has to have a badge, name tag or printed name, and company shoulder patch, which is dps law. Also you need a clean shave which is also dps law. And why the hell would you record the property and the pattern of your patrol route? someone can use the video to take advantage of that. I'm also pretty sure the company your work for would frown upon that. And I hope to god your not armed while wearing a black hoodie. you shouldn't give out advice when you have about a dozen flaws on your person.
Generally, I ignore comments left by people who haven't got a clue, but since yours is so ridiculous I thought I would respond.
First, it is the role of security to ensure the property is secure... this includes closing any openings in a fenceline. On this job the fencing was also owned by the security company I worked for, it was temporary fencing and the security guards are responsible for keeping it secure. I would rather fix it at the start of the shift than worry about someone entering through it during the night. If it needed extra work the construction team could fix it the next day.
What am I wearing... at the start of the video they are clothes I wear before beginning my shift. If you had watched later in the video you would have seen me wearing a jacket with the required badging and identification when I am on the clock. DPS does not prohibit beards or mustaches. It seems you are unaware of DPS requirements for security guards. There is no such thing as "DPS law" for armed and unarmed guards. DPS has codes and regulations, but even those vary by the type of guard and company. If a guard spends all their time interacting with the public, then the company may require different attire and grooming than guards who work alone overnight.
As far as me recording the property... it was not a permanent site, but only set up for an event. By the time this video was posted the event was over and the park cleared. It was a large fenced area where anyone could have watched me from outside the fencing to see my behavior, although like any good guard I never repeated a "pattern" more than a few times.
My company had no problem with me discussing how I do my job. It is one of the largest event management and security companies in the U.S., and I have been working security for many years. There is a difference between overnight event security and security guard jobs where you work at a permanent location. Not everyone can handle 12 hour overnight shifts, sometimes in remote locations and extreme weather conditions. Major companies and clients repeatedly requested I return to secure their property or man surveillance cameras. Even though I am retired I still am called for special requests or to supervise major events. I have worked alongside local police and DPS without any complaints from them.
You may want to stick to your video games and leave security work (and advice) to those who know what they're doing.
Document fence only as you are not covered by workers comp if you hurt yourself doing someone else's job. Do vlog when off duty so you can hide company you work for. There is no law in either Canada or US that says you must shave before you go to work. What does "dps" stand for?
"it was temporary fencing and the security guards are responsible for keeping it secure." At my site in Canada if I am hurt doing something (repairing a fence) that is not part of my written site duties I will not be eligible for workers compensation. I often have site maintenance people asking me to do their jobs (rope off parking stalls, untangle the flag, put caution tape around slippery exterior stair) and I always politely tell them to fuck off. If I slip and fall fixing an opening in a fence (rather than reporting and documenting it) the first thing workers compensation board is going to ask is "what were you doing when you hurt yourself?" and my answer is going to be "I was helping out facilities with their duties". And then they say "you ain't covered"
@@gamerrrgramps6342 DPS Dept Of Public Safety? 🤔 Beards & mustaches are far more common in 2019 than 10-20 years ago. When I first started, 1990s, you couldn't have tats or ink all over your arms & legs. Today's first responders & security have fewer restrictions. Pretty soon cops & security will have face-neck-hand tats with jewelry all over their face... 🙄..
was looking for a video like this