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Walking Alone Safety Tips

Posted by Kelly Marsh on Thursday, January 5, 2023, In : Personal Security 
Summer is on the way! Many of us will be enjoying long afternoons in the beer garden and BBQs with friends after what feels like the longest winter. It’s great to be out catching up with everyone again, and with the warm weather, many of us will be choosing to stretch our legs and walk to our destinations rather than using the car. If you need to walk it’s always best to pair up or walk with a group if possible, but if you do find yourself walking alone, here are some tips for an enjoyabl...

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Staying safe while travelling abroad

Posted by Marie Harding on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, In : Personal Security 
Understanding travel safety could very well save your life or the lives of others. Whether you are travelling abroad for business or leisure, awareness and security are two things which you cannot afford to lose sight of. While the majority of trips abroad are stress, worry and accident-free, it’s still crucial to not let your guard down. 



Unfortunately, the reality is that incidents and hostile situations often occur if people are not taking adequate travel safety precautions, or not paying...

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Night driving safety tips

Posted by Dale Harris on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, In : Personal Security 
Driving at night can be packed full of dangers, even if you are an experienced driver, or a learner that is embarking on their car journey for the first time and perhaps an area that will keep you safe at night driving as a learner. That is why it is so essential that you take the time to ensure you are driving as safely as possible in low light environments.



Reduce Your Speed

Speed limits exist for a reason, which is even more true at night. It can be hard to spot oncoming dangers such as shar...

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Personal Security Tips

Posted by Marcus Drake on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, In : Personal Security 
We don’t live in the safest of worlds and it is always better to prevent than to cure, isn’t it?



We have plenty of resources to learn how to keep our homes safe and how to make all our travels secure. But how about daily, run-of-the-mill safety?

We usually don’t think that something bad would happen to us every day we go to work for instance – as it would drive us mad – but some precautions don’t hurt. 



  • Always be engaged in situational awareness – meaning to keep attention at every...

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Dealing With Conflict

Posted by Simon Ward on Thursday, March 3, 2022, In : Personal Security 
Certain occupations are more at-risk of exposure to violence; it’s a fact.

For example, employees working alone, working late at night, or working in high-crime areas, are all more likely to be subjected to an act of violence.



Seems like common sense, right?

And if you have workers who routinely deal with angry customers, you know how things can get out of control, and that workers need a strategy for resolving those situations.

That’s where conflict de-escalation safety training techniques c...

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Personal Alarms For The Elderly

Posted by Mark Davis on Monday, January 31, 2022, In : Personal Security 
Dedicating time to care for our elderly loved ones, without additional assistance, has become harder.



Equally importantly, our elderly loved ones do not want to feel we are smothering them, or that they are worrying us unnecessarily. They want to keep their independence and go about their day-to-day lives without feeling that they are either a burden or that they are constantly being observed or ‘checked on’.

Personal alarms have become increasingly popular to help assist in our busy lives ...

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Staying Safe As A Woman Walking Alone At Night

Posted by Julie Moore on Monday, January 24, 2022, In : Personal Security 
No matter where you live or how safe you think the locality is, never underestimate the badness of opportunistic perpetrators are. You never know when you'll have to walk alone. Nights can get really nasty if you don't have a car and if you're alone.



Sometimes, women leave the office around 7:45 pm, and though this timing is somewhat 'late in the evening' and not 'at the night', the area where offices are located is usually dark and quiet. It's not a residential area, and so you won't find any...

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Staying Safe In Nightclubs

Posted by Mike Hill on Monday, September 20, 2021, In : Personal Security 
While clubbing is all about having fun, it’s important to remember that this is nightlife, and darker things come out at night. Always be aware of your surroundings and know about the destination you’ll visit before heading on over. Serious injury, trauma or even death are all preventable on your part and all it takes are a few precautionary measures.



Sorry to kill the buzz on your spontaneity. Perhaps clubbing just isn’t the same as it used to be. What with the easy accessibility of dru...

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Feel safe while enjoying a night out

Posted by Susan Smith on Monday, August 12, 2019, In : Personal Security 
Lamentably, individuals hanging out will in general do imbecilic things other than simply unwind and here and there a fight can eject over senseless contradictions. In addition, bars and clubs are packed, frequently pressed to the overflow, particularly if there is an uncommon occasion like a show. Ordinarily there are individuals meandering around and moving throughout the night. The spots are totally pressed and it is difficult to watch out for everybody. Something like surveillance cameras...

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Safety tips for women

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Saturday, January 13, 2018, In : Personal Security 
Although women feel more vulnerable when they’re out, it’s actually young men who are a higher risk of violence.
In this day and age, you have to prepare yourself for whatever may come your way. There are people out there who are just looking for targets and you want to make sure you’re not one of them.



Keeping safe whilst walking

Always try to walk facing on-coming traffic to avoid kerb crawlers (men who drive around looking for prostitutes).
If you do get asked for sex by someone slowly d...

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Staying safe in a Nightclub

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Saturday, November 18, 2017, In : Personal Security 
Even with the recent club fires in past years, it’s safe to say that being vigilante in the area of safety isn’t at the forefront of the average clubbers mind, since most people are just looking to get the most buzz for their money when it comes to having fun and enjoying themselves, but that has to change.



Consumers should take extra notice of clubs that are either above or below ground level, since these types of venues require stairs to enter and exit, and staircases always create the p...

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Keeping safe while driving at night

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Thursday, November 16, 2017, In : Personal Security 
There are things you should always do to keep safe on the road, but there are additional measures you should take to stay safe at night. They are particularly important at this time of year when it gets darker earlier. After all, you don’t have to finish work particularly late to find yourself driving home in darkness.



Here are some ways you can make sure you are as safe as possible when driving alone at night.

Bring someone with you, particularly if it is a long drive. This isn’t always po...

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Lone worker protection

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Tuesday, October 3, 2017, In : Personal Security 
Many organisations are under increasing pressure to provide better protection and security for lone workers, but what is the best way to maintain contact and ensure the safety of employees when they are working remotely away from the office?



According to the British Security Industry Association, there are now more than six million people in the UK who can be classed as lone workers. There are many roles in both private and public sector organisations that involve working either in isolation o...

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Safety tips for working after hours

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Saturday, September 30, 2017, In : Personal Security 

We’ve all done it—worked into the late hours of the morning only to realise that we’re now alone, the staff car park is deserted, and no one knows where we are. Working late and on weekends is often a necessary evil, but it’s important to take precautions to avoid safety issues when you do have to burn the midnight oil. 



Notify
Tell your boss that you’re working late. Notify internal security staff; in some cases this also includes building security. In fact, program the number for bu...


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Dealing with drunk customers

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Tuesday, September 26, 2017, In : Personal Security 
Part of being a bartender is your ability for dealing with drunks and unruly customers.



It is essential you deal with customers who have had a little bit too much to drink in the correct manner to get the best outcome.

Remember – it is illegal to serve customers who are too drunk as you may be putting their lives at risk. Bottom line, don’t serve the intoxicated.

Drinking alters people’s perception and ability to control their actions.

How would you feel if you served someone who was alread...

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What to do if a dog attacks you

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Tuesday, September 26, 2017, In : Personal Security 
Even though dog bites are relatively common, full-blown attacks are not. It is important to know what to do in the unlikely event an attack happens.



What type of behaviour do dogs normally exhibit before attacking?

There is no one size fits all when it comes to the signals a dog gives before attacking, and while the signs of aggression such as growling, snarling, baring teeth and lunging are easy to read, there can also be signs that are so subtle, such as a moment of tension or a small freeze,...

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Staying safe on buses and trains

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Monday, September 25, 2017, In : Personal Security 


Know the bus or train times

It sounds obvious but knowing the time your train or bus is due to leave will save you hanging round on dark platforms or at bus stops at this time of year. It's particularly important to know the time of the last bus or train home if you are travelling late at night so that you do not become stranded - and vulnerable to attack.

Catch your bus or train from somewhere well lit

Thieves are far less likely to strike in well lit areas so try to make sure that you catch yo...

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Keeping yourself safe while travelling abroad

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Saturday, August 19, 2017, In : Personal Security 
Safety Advice for International Trips



Few things are more exciting than travelling internationally. When travelling abroad, you get to experience all the wonderful cultures that make up our world. Many people are wary of international travel, however, fearing that it is dangerous. For the most part, travelling throughout the world is very safe. This being said, there are safety precautions that every traveller should employ to ensure that their trip remains a joyous one. 

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Security devices for women

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Friday, July 28, 2017, In : Personal Security 
The stun gun

This small gun charges an attacker with an electric shock. The shock weakens the attacker temporarily, giving you ample chance to escape the scene. When its trigger is pulled, a stun gun pumps about 700,000 volts into the attacker’s body. Some stun guns are small enough to be concealed in a pack of cigarettes. They run on Lithium batteries and can be carried either in handbags or held in waist straps.



The stun baton

Shaped like the baton used in relay races, this self defence devi...

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Close Protection

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Saturday, June 15, 2013, In : Personal Security 
Close Protection (CP) is more widely known by the general public as the role undertaken by people calling themselves ‘Bodyguards’. It often conjures up the image of a large-framed individual sporting dark glasses and looking menacing much like the villain of many a modern film. The presence of a large and frightening individual as a fashion accessory to the rich and famous can act as a good deterrent to the over-enthusiastic fan, but it will not necessarily deter the mentally ill,...
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Security tips for women

Posted by Spartan 24 Hour Security on Wednesday, June 5, 2013, In : Personal Security 

When travelling on your own by foot or public transport, especially to a destination you haven't been to before it pays to stay alert to what's going on around you. Always take your mobile phone and tell a family member or friend you'll call them when you reach your destination. Send them texts throughout your journey so they know you are OK. Take the busiest and most well lit route, if travelling by bus always sit close to the driver. If by train, try and sit in a compartment with other peop...


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