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  • Experts say, Trained Police Officers are better than Armed Guards, also known as, “Civilian Security”

    Experts say, Trained Police Officers are better than Armed Guards, also known as, “Civilian Security”

    Who Should You Hire? 

    Are you considering hiring security personnel for your school, event or business? Do you know the difference between an Armed Guard, also known as Civilian Security vs. an Off-Duty Police Officer or Off Duty Law Enforcement?

    -Professionals in the security industry say, “Trained off duty police officers are better than armed guards for high pressure situations such as, employee terminations, workplace threats, executive and dignitary protection scenarios, production security, high-risk cargo protection, domestic violence situations and school safety.”

    While security professionals offer protection, it’s critical to understand the difference between the the two.

    Armed Guards / Civilian Security Requirements in Illinois: 

    • Must be 21 years or older
    • Complete a 20 hour Firearm Training Session
    • Complete a 20 hour classroom training
    • Provide fingerprints and not have been convicted of a felony

    Off Duty Law Enforcement / Off Duty Officers or “ODO”:

    • Spend 6-9 months in an academy with 40+ hours of in-service training every year throughout their career.
    • Their extensive training and significant experience handling critical situations makes them particularly capable of handling high risk scenarios  such as employee terminations, workplace threats, executive and dignitary protection scenarios, cannabis cultivation centers or domestic violence situations and school safety to name a few.

    Armed Guards are ideal for low risk situations such as patrols of shopping centers, small events.They are generally more economical due to their minimal training and experience. Off-Duty Police Officers generally come at a higher price because they have extensive training and experience. If your scenario requires their expertise, the cost is well worth it. For example, domestic violence at the work place or an active shooter situation at a school would require an Off-Duty Officer vs an Armed Guard. In cases like these, hiring an Off Duty Officer could save you money in the long run.

     

    To learn more, visit https://bluestarsecurityllc.com/, and schedule a FREE security assessment.

  • Blue Star Security: A Leader in Production and Entertainment Security

    Blue Star Security: A Leader in Production and Entertainment Security

    Blue Star Security Ltd’s staff has numerous years of experience maintaining, securing, and assisting in movie and television productions. Our experienced, trained team provides security with hands on customer service and risk analysis. We are always ready to tackle unexpected challenges, and provide superior protection at every level.

    Blue Star Security Ltd’s headquarters is located in Chicago, Illinois which is currently the 2nd largest city in the United States for Television and Movie Production. We have gotten the opportunity to work with hit TV shows and movies like; Empire, The Exorcist, The Chi, American Crime Story, APB, and Death Wish.

    SECURE YOUR FILM PRODUCTION WITH THE BEST IN BLUE: FREE SECURITY EVALUATION & QUOTE https://bluestarsecurityllc.com 

  • Why Choose Blue Star Security For Your Security Assessments?

    Why Choose Blue Star Security For Your Security Assessments?

    Blue Star Security offers resources and expertise to provide comprehensive security assessments, and consulting support in many locations throughout the US and Canada. We offer solutions that can protect every aspect of your business.  Blue Star Security will develop safety and security plans with effective strategies and programs designed to protect your business, employees, customers, supply chain, environment, and your products.

    We also offer:

    • A single point of contact
    • An extensive network
    • Scalable resources
    • Serve as your source for a wide range of security risk needs
    • Give you access to our risk management experts
    • Identify cost saving opportunities for your business

    To learn more about how Blue Star Security, Ltd. can help you with your #security needs, go to https://bluestarsecurityllc.com/security-assessments/