Having a peace of mind is paramount more today than ever. With the rising variables threats ever presence, we want to feel safe. Choosing the right security company to safeguard your property is extremely important. Protecting a business two most valuable assets; its people and property. You should leave this to any security company and the old adage you get what you pay for comes to mind whenever a company skimps on budget to save money.
Not all security companies are equal. Here are some of the important questions that every decision maker should asked a security firm when they are interviewing for a security specialist.
How Long Has Your Company Existed?
The first thing you need to ask a security consultant that is representing a security firm is how long have they been in business. If they have been in business for a minimum of 10 years, it is safe to speculate that they have been providing exceptional service. The company has the expertise to provide security services for their clients. They will have a strong proficiency on codes, be able to navigate through different scenarios and would have established relationships with authorities. The company will be prepared to handle majority security situations that may arise.
For younger companies might be able to provide exceptional service, you can never tell. it is most likely the opposite of a mature security firm. It might be a challenge for the company to provide the proof of their capabilities and experience. In the end, if the lesser company is chosen, it maybe you who suffers.
You get what you pay for however what you don’t get is a peace of mind. And that is priceless. Be very mindful when selecting a security firm of what they are providing. We at Vera Security Services focuses on providing a peace of mind.
Are You Properly Licensed?
You want to be sure that the company is fully licensed in the prospective state that they will be providing services in, and their guards are individually licensed. Confirming that both the company and security personnel are licensed is a great way to confirm that they are trained navigate most situations. Every legitimate company is registered with their prospective state Department of Public Safety; ensuring that all security personnel are in good standing.
If your prospective security company is unable to provides you with their insurance for their company and personnel, this is a huge red flag. If you are serious about the level of security that you require, you should perform additional research about their training and capability to provide the service that you required. Not having the licenses is a strong indicator on the company level of professionalism and services may be lacking. In the end, it may cost you more than you are willing to pay. If you hire an unlicensed security company, you are putting your company at risk.
Are You Sufficiently Insured?
When seeking out a security firm you want to know if the company has insurances to protect their security personnel. Security personnel will place in dangerous scenarios where injuries or fatalities may occur. If the firm that you hired to provide this service does not have adequate insurance, you may be legally and financially responsible. You do not want to be dealing with such situations.
Make this a key requirement that the company has adequate insurance to be able to cover injuries or fatality situations. If the company you hire does not have insurance, you could be held liable for any damages that happen while its employees are on your property.
At the very least, the security company should have liability insurance for its employees. But there are a few other insurances you should look out for as well. They all add up to keep you protected both legally and financially.
Does the company have experience with businesses similar to yours?
When seeking out a security firm make sure that you speak with a consultant. He or she may discover hidden security threats within your environment. They are experienced in looking at a situation from a 360-advantage point. Security conditions vary from one location to the next. Certain criminal elements may be more common, or offenders more likely to utilized particular strategies. For these reasons, it’s important to choose a firm that is familiar with the security issues that are unique to your industry and locale. This ensures the guards posted in your building are equipped for your specific security requirements.
For example, if your company deals with a high volume of trespassing, your attention should be on a contractor focus on perimeter security. You should hire the contractor that is the best prepared to serve your company. That means hiring a contractor that can handle the specific issues your company deals with.
