Unarmed Security Officers duties and responsibilities

The overall duty of a Unarmed Security Officer is to protect a company’s property, employees and visitors. Here are some of their typical daily responsibilities that you can include in a job description:

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• Patrolling and monitoring activities on the company’s premises regularly to discourage criminals and ensure the environment is safe and secure

• Evicting trespassers and violators and detaining perpetrators while following legal protocols before relevant authorities arrive to take over

• Controlling the entrance and departure of employees, visitors and vehicles according to protocols

• Monitoring surveillance cameras to watch out for any disruptions or unlawful activities

• Providing detailed reports on daily activities and any incidents that may have occurred to management

• Testing security systems and, if needed, operating X-ray machines and metal detectors

• Using provided communication devices such as two-way radios in a clear and concise manner

• Performing CPR or first aid when needed.

• Secure premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.

• Obtain help by sounding alarms.

• Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities, informing violators of policy and procedures; restraining trespassers.