Ensuring Your Business Stays Secure with Mobile Patrol Services
Security is a crucial consideration for every business and Mobile Patrol services help with this. When you leave your property or site at the end of the day, you need the assurance that it will remain safe and secure until you return.
With the constant threats of targeted theft and vandalism, it’s essential to have a security solution that meets all your needs and protects your people, property, and assets.
Why Choose a Mobile Patrol Service?
While static security is effective for monitoring entrances and exits, criminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated and may go to great lengths to access your valuables. To ensure comprehensive coverage of your property, especially if you have a large open area or multiple buildings, a mobile patrol service is ideal.
Mobile patrols ensure that there are no hiding spots for criminals. Security guards will patrol your entire premises, spotting, reporting, and dealing with any intruders or suspicious activities promptly.
Key Considerations for Choosing a Mobile Patrol Service
Selecting the right mobile patrol service involves several important factors. Here are the top considerations to keep in mind:
- Licensing and Training Ensure your chosen provider has the necessary licensing and qualifications. Professional security guards must hold a valid SIA licence to legally conduct ‘licensable’ activities. The Security Industry Authority (SIA) regulates the private security sector. Choosing an unlicensed provider could put your property and people at risk. Look for providers with SIA approval and additional credentials like ACS Pacesetter approval.
- On-Foot or Vehicle Patrols The type of mobile patrol service you need depends on various factors, including:
- The size of your site
- The number of buildings requiring monitoring
- The hazard level of your site (e.g., construction or rail)
- Whether you need indoor or outdoor patrols
Smaller businesses with primarily indoor patrol needs may benefit from on-foot security, while larger outdoor spaces might require vehicle patrols for efficient coverage. Your security provider should assess your business to determine the best strategy.
- Fully Branded Security Guards Properly branded uniforms and patrol vehicles signify quality and professionalism and can deter criminals. Most intruders seek easy targets, so visible security measures can make them think twice. Ensure your security staff have identifiable uniforms and branded vehicles, and consider displaying your security company’s signage around your site to reinforce the message.
- Recording and Reporting When you lock up your business for the night, you want peace of mind knowing your property and assets are protected. Despite having security in place, criminals may still target your business. It’s crucial to understand how security incidents are reported and recorded by your mobile patrol service. Some providers use paper records, while others have online or automated systems. Knowing how and when you will receive security reports can help you choose a responsive and communicative provider.
- Client and Officer Support High-quality on-site guards are essential, but so is strong operational support and a dedicated client relations team. A robust back-office team ensures efficient deployment of mobile patrol guards and shift coverage when necessary. Clear communication lines with supervisors or managers are also vital, so you always have the right contact in case of issues.
- Monitoring Guard Activity Professionalism is expected when hiring a security company. You need assurance that mobile patrol guards will frequently patrol your business and remain vigilant. A quality provider will vet employees during hiring and conduct regular check-ins with on-site guards. A strong control room is essential for tracking and monitoring guard activity. Be sure to ask potential companies about this aspect of their service.
Are You Looking for Professional Mobile Patrol Services?
If so, Paramount Security Solutions should be at the top of your list. We tailor our mobile patrol services to your business, ensuring you have the protection you need when you need it. Our team can conduct an assessment of your business, creating a comprehensive strategy to safeguard your people, assets, and property.
Using our initial assessment, we can determine:
- The main security challenges of your site
- The number of officers you’ll need
- Whether to patrol on foot, with a vehicle, or both
- If you’d benefit from CCTV or improvements to your system
- Whether you need 24/7 security or just night patrols
To see how we can help protect your business with mobile patrols, get in touch with the Paramount Security Solutions team today.
Why Choose Paramount Security Solutions?
We understand that there are many security providers out there. Here’s why you should choose us:
- Personalised Solutions: Every business has different security requirements. We offer personalised security plans to protect your business.
- SIA Licensed Officers: All our guards and officers hold a full and valid SIA licence, ensuring highly trained security personnel and exceptional service.
Choose Paramount Security Solutions for peace of mind and comprehensive protection for your business.