Global Security

s, testify in court and create case reports. Security guards basically have the same function at each property, but their job duties vary based on whether they are stationary security or mobile patrol. These two roles differ because a static security officer generally stays in one location for a particular length of time. They must pay close attention to who enters the property and become close acquaintances with the people who use the property. Mobile patrol guards walk or drive from one location to the next, performing routine security checks. Their job responsibilities also vary from one employer to the next. In some shopping centers and theaters, security guards patrol parking lots to deter car thefts, robberies and assaults. At air, sea and rail terminals guards protect freight, property, equipment and people using metal detectors to screen passengers for explosives and weapons. Security guards who work in public buildings must watch people leaving and entering the building and inspect packages to determine any suspicious activity. They are also needed for parks, sports stadiums and universities to help perform crowd control and supervising parking and seating. Those who protect money and valuables during transit are called armored car guards. In addition, they protect individuals that must make bank deposits from injury or theft. They retrieve money or other valuables from firms and transport them to another location. This can be an extremely hazardous job and they are often required to carry fi****ms and wear