Written by a highly respected expert in general and aviation security, this book addresses major shifts in the security industry occurring over the past decade. It details the rise and history of private security, covering traditional and emerging considerations. It explores physical security controls, procedural and security management functions, and controls on the security of the enterprise. Other topics include business continuity, risk, crisis management, and emergency operations. The book contains key terms and end-of-chapter exercises. Further ancillary material is available for qualifying instructors.
PRIVATE SECURITY: THE LINK BETWEEN PRIVATE SECURITY, POLICING AUD RISK MANAGEMENT
An Historical Overview
News
Introduction
Man's efforts to protect and defend
The Dark Ages
18th Century Europe
19'h England and the Americas
The development of risk management
Case Study
Definitions, Key Terms and Process Overview
News
Introduction
Definitions of Private Security, policing and risk assessment
Purpose and objectives of security functions
Varying approaches
Proprietary, Contract versus Governmental Services
Regulation of private security
Regulation of the police and state agents
Regulation of private investigation firms
Case Study
The Inter Connectivity of Security Forces
News
Introduction
The State and Private Interface
Opposing Forces or Cooperative Teams
Power versus Authority
The Homeland Security Interface
Similarities and Differences between Private and Public Officers
Training both public police and private security in the war on terrorism
Private Security and Miranda Warnings
State Agents and the Fourth Amendment and Fifth Amendment
History and Current Status of Cooperation or Lack There of between LEO's and private security officers
Recognition of Private Security's Role in Homeland Security
Barriers persist between law enforcement and private security
Problem Solving
Current Leaders and Pioneers in the Profession
Conclusion
Case Study
Legal Concepts
The concept of negligence
Management Responsibilities
The basics of the 4th Amendment
The Civil Rights Act - Section 1983
The Patriot Act
Felonies and Misdemeanors
Detention and Arrest
Surviving a Litigious society
Guns: Necessity or Burden
Reducing Liability and Risk Assessments
Introduction
Asset Identification
Threat Identification
Threat Assessment
Vulnerability Assessment
Cost Benefit Analysis
Reducing liability with training
The Security Survey
BASIC SECURITY PROTOCOLS
Physical Controls
Introduction
The Perimeter
The Building Exterior
The Building Interior
New Technology and Basic Equipment
Access Control
Locks
Alanns
Lighting
Surveillance- CCTV
Armed Guards
CPTED
Procedural Controls
Introduction
The Hiring Process
Employee Theft- Pilferage
Controlling Drugs and Alcohol in the Workplace
Training and Supervision
Methodology:
Hand Held Metal Detectors
Pat down searches
X-Ray Screening
Patrols
Violence in the workplace
Determining Critical and Sensitive Information
Insurance and Bonding
The Security Manager
Accidents and Emergencies
Introduction
Working with FEMA
Working within OSHA
Accident Prevention
Medical Emergencies
AIDS and other infectious diseases
Civil Disturbance
Hazardous Materials
Terrorism
Natural Disasters and Fires
Bombs, Nuclear, Biological and Chemical attacks
Medical Surveillance
Criminal Threats
Introduction
From petty theft to murder
Criminal versus civil offenses
The appropriate use of force
Proprietary rights
Proper investigative techniques
Ethics in the corporate environment
Computer Security
Introduction
The importance of information security
The Cyber threat
Computer crime defined
New international efforts to control cybercrime
Security measures for the computer system
Security measures for employees
Threats to effective communication
Economic and foreign espionage
Business Continuity in the 21st Century
Testifying in Court
Introduction
Collection of information after an event
Writing reports
Before Trial: Interrogatories
The Trial
Post Trial
Lessons Learned
Expert Testimony
Industry standards
Courtroom Security
Specific Industries
Introduction
Transportation
Airports
Mass Transit
Cruise Ships
Corporate Aviation
Shipping
Railroads
Retail
Industrial
Commercial Entertainment
Offices
Financial Institutions
Housing
Hotel/Motel/Resorts/Spas
Movie Theaters
Stadiums-Sports Events
Recreational Parks
Racetracks
Institutional Security
Hospitals and Clinics
Nursing Homes
Educational Institutions
Libraries
Museums
Religious Facilities
Additional Challenges
Executive Protection
International Interests
Foreign Threats to Business Travelers
Intelligence Agency Access
Technology Challenges
Licensing
The Security Professional