ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF SECURITY GUARDS

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Prevention

A security guard's role is to PROTECT people and the property of his employer or contracted clients. So, the major responsibility of a security guard is prevention BEFORE an incident/offense occurs. The absence of incidents or offenses (crimes) is one sign that a security guard is doing a good job.

Visibility

Security guards should remain visible as a deterrent to criminals. Thefts, damage and injuries can be thwarted when the perpetrators see a security guard. So, a security guard should be highly visible. By being seen, the guard may discourage anyone who might be considering theft, damage, or personal injury.

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Vigilance

Security guards must remain alert to watch for abnormal activity or hear any unusual sounds. A security guard's job is PREVENTION. To do the job well, the security guard MUST: Be alert, Listen and Watch. In fact, security guards should be suspicious of any activity that may draw them away from their post. It could be a plan to draw their attention away from their duties.

Observe And Report

A security guard's responsibility DURING or AFTER an incident/offense has occurred is to OBSERVE and REPORT. If an offense occurs, a guard does not charge in. Instead, the security guard should:

    • Stay calm
    • Observe and remember events
    • Report to the security guard's supervisor
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Getting Help

During dangerous situations, such as robbery, burglary, or assault with a deadly weapon, the security guard will need help to apprehend the suspect. This involves calling the police immediately.

Team Player

Security guards sometime assume a team player role when he is responsible for maintaining certain miscellaneous rules and policies  established by the company. These could include:

Requiring employees to show their badges when entering the property; or Inspecting lunch pails as employees leave the plant; or

Monitoring safety standards and reporting hazards; blocked exits, fire safety, slippery floors, etc.

A guard's supervisor or the company will give him instructions on carrying out other miscellaneous rules and policies

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SITUATION SECURITY GUARD'S ROLE
BEFORE the incident PREVENTION
DURING OR AFTER the incident OBSERVE AND REPORT

DO'S AND DON'TS OF SECURITY GUARDS

Below are safety and security guidelines [dos and don'ts] to be followed by employees, contractors and visitors working and living in Lakshmi Green Ship Recyclers LLP.

Do’s

Check a valid gate pass / permission to enter or leave the company
Check workers identity card
Obtain material exit pass for taking out any material/equipment from the company.
Follow safety and security procedures.
Collect mobile phones, cigarette lighters, match boxes etc. at the main gates before entering any highly restricted zone/area.
After having the emergency signal or order to ring the bell regularly for continuous 60 seconds.
In case of emergency organise the crowd at assembly point
Park vehicles in proper order
Keep your place of living / work clean and tidy.
Inform site supervisor and safety immediately if involved in any accident/incident in the company.
Use dust bins for all waste.
Carry a firstaid kit for any emergencies.

Don’ts

Allow to enter the company area or pass through any security gates/barriers without a valid gate pass / identity card.
Don’t smoke in the public places inside the company.
Allow to Carry any cameras in the company without a valid permit.
Allow to take out any material/equipment without a material exit pass
Break any state laws and / or safety and security rules and regulations.
Quarrel and / or indulge in fighting/riots or strikes with your co-workers or anyone else.
Leave any items/materials unsecured. Inform to management.

I f you have doubt about any of the above, please feel free to clarify with authorised officials.It is hoped that the above guidelines, which are issued in the interest of all, will enhance safety and security awareness and create a healthy working and living environment for all. Ignorance of the above shall not be accepted as an excuse for committing any offence. Any security / safety breach shall be seriously dealt with.