A security guard, security officer, or protective agent is a private person who is paid to protect property and its assets (people, money, etc) from hazards (such as those caused by the actions of people, or by environmental dangers, accidents, etc) by utilizing preventative measures. They do this by maintaining a high-visibility presence to deter illegal and inappropriate actions, observing (either…
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A security guard, security officer, or protective agent is a private person who is paid to protect property and its assets (people, money, etc) from hazards (such as those caused by the actions of people, or by environmental dangers, accidents, etc) by utilizing preventative measures. They do this by maintaining a high-visibility presence to deter illegal and inappropriate actions, observing (either directly, through patrols, or by watching alarm systems or video cameras) for signs of crime, fire or disorder; then taking action to minimize damage (example: warning and escorting trespassers off property) and reporting any incidents to their client and emergency services as appropriate. Less
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