Ensuring Event Security: The Role of Corporate Security Guards
At Alpha Crew, our SIA licensed staff have years of experience in the industry, providing a wide variety of services including event, patrol, office, hotel, retail and corporate security guards.
The Vital Role of Corporate Security Guards
Corporate security guards are often the unsung heroes of event safety. Their presence alone is a deterrent to potential troublemakers, ensuring a secure environment. They excel in crowd management, swiftly responding to emergencies, protecting valuable assets, and assisting event attendees. When Alpha Crew's security team is on duty, event organisers can focus on creating memorable experiences, confident that safety is in capable hands.
Their responsibilities can include anything from access control, which involves security being the gatekeepers of an event, ensuring that only authorised individuals enter the premises. With crowd management, their expert skills in crowd control allow them to manage crowd dynamics, prevent overcrowding and diffuse tense situations. Security guards are also often responsible for risk assessment, where they assess potential threats and vulnerabilities. Their expertise allows them to identify security risks and proactively take necessary measures to minimise the chance of incidents. Another responsibility includes rapid response, which in the face of emergencies, requires security guards to act swiftly and decisively. Whether it’s medical issues, disturbances or security breaches, they are prepared to handle crises and mitigate their impact. Additionally, asset protection is often a key role for security. This involves ensuring the protection of valuable equipment, technology, merchandise and more. They manage their protection and prevent theft or vandalism.
Highly Trained and Professional Personnel
At Alpha Crew, our unwavering commitment to event security goes hand in hand with our dedication to excellence in personnel. The effectiveness of security measures is only as good as the individuals providing them. That’s why we prioritise the recruitment and training of top-tier professionals. Our rigorous selection process means that we only bring on board security experts who not only meet industry standards but also exemplify the utmost professionalism and dedication. We handpick applicants who have a keen eye for detail, exceptional communication skills and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of safety. Alpha Crew don’t just stop at hiring the best, we invest heavily in their continuous development when they are a part of our family. Our security professionals undergo rigorous training programs that are tailored to the unique demands of every single job. From the long list of security responsibilities, our team is equipped with the knowledge and skills to handle every situation confidently and competently.
All of our security team members are SIA licensed, vetted to British Standard BS 7858, and checked against the DBS database. They are also first-aid trained, fire marshall trained, and have a front line door supervisor qualification. These qualifications mean that they are vetted to the highest standards in the industry. As these change, so do our policies and requirements for team members.
Tailoring Security Strategies to Events
At Alpha Crew, the hallmark of our security services is our ability to tailor plans to meet the unique requirements of each job. One notable example of our expertise in this area was demonstrated during a Loreal Paris promotion at Westfield this year providing night-time static security. This job presented a variety of challenges that required meticulous planning and execution by our team.
Vulnerable Setup: the promotional stand and vehicle were located in a vulnerable location fully accessible to the public around the clock. This exposed the setup to potential risks which our security team successfully mitigated.
Continuous Vigilance: our security guard remained on-site overnight which required high levels of concentration and unwavering alertness to deter any unauthorised access.
Public Accessibility: located in a commercial area, the team had to navigate striking a balance between ensuring the security of the setup and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere for shoppers.
We have also provided security services for high profile events, such as the 2020 Euros. At this event, our team's key responsibility was effective and controlled crowd management. We provided a team for an exclusive exhibit at the Saatchi Gallery in London, a high profile venue security job. Our team was in charge of asset protection of high value items as well as essential access control.
Don’t Settle for Ordinary - Choose Alpha Crew
The heart of security is safeguarding attendees and prioritising safety for attendees, the general public, and staff. The importance of this cannot be understated. Security guards emerge as unsung champions - an essential shield that guarantees a secure and memorable event experience. They are the first line of defence and experts at what they do, from retail to corporate security guards.
With our commitment to both hiring and training top-tier security professionals, you can ensure that your event receives the highest level of protection giving you ultimate peace of mind. We understand that each event is unique, and our ability to customise security plans based on your requirements sets us apart. Alpha Crew is not just a security provider; we are your partners in creating unforgettable experiences.
