VOL. A22, NO.7
MAY 2022
Security Executive Surveillance & Law-Enforcement Limited
THE TRIANNUAL
NEWSLETTER
Effective Security Management
IN THIS EDITION: Page 4 - Water/Beach Safety Tips Page 5 - Travel Continues - Travelling for Business or Leisure? Page 7 - Gun Safety
Page 8 - School Violence Page 9 - Women in Security Discovering Talent - page 13 - 14
EFFECTIVE SECURITY MANAGEMENT
To address the issue of better management with regard to the human element, we must first acknowledge the fundamental truth about management. Improving your management skills requires the time and development of traits which will best suit your and personality and management style. In the long term, companies that delve in and actually concentrate on creating systems to help with guard management are far more successful, resulting in achieving development and profitability.
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Recently, we began exploring how technology can be utilized to improve operations and without a doubt, specific elements of management have been simplified to make even more room for continued growth. Simultaneously, other aspects of overall management must be closely looked at such as defusing conflict rather than igniting it.
Understanding your security force will benefit you as a manager. Objective measurement in terms of continuous training, and key performance indicators are extremely useful in managing the performance of your security force; and to maintain client satisfaction.
Effective Security Management
IN HOUSE
TRIVIA
CHALLENGE
The trivia aids in improving employee engagement by creating a friendly competitive environment amongst officers, where monetary prizes can be won. The trivia focuses on testing the knowledge of officers in various aspects such as Security, Health and Safety, and Know Your Country. It is held once per quarter (March, June, September, December) and is open to employees holding the rank of “Security Officer” only. Our winners for March 2022 are: ·Central Division – Mr Albert John Edwards ·North Division – Ms Cintra Emmanuel ·South Operations – Ms Zakiya Lesley ·South East Division – Ms Nia Mohammed ·South West Division – Ms Giovanca George
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S.E.S.L Trivia Holiday Challenege Security Tips
BEACH SAFETY TIPS
FROM OUR CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER Communicate with lifeguards about sea conditions. If there are no lifeguards, observe water conditions carefully or ask residents about safe bathing areas. Alcohol and swimming never mix! Avoid areas where there are potholes, shifting sand and brownish water discoloration. Always supervise children in and around water. Non- and weak swimmers should not venture into water higher than the waist. Swimmers should swim parallel to shore. Non- and weak swimmers should not use inflated devices in water. Diving into unknown waters and rivers is dangerous.
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Beach Holiday Safety Tips Security
TRAVEL
CONTINUES Do your research Before traveling, it is of utmost importance that you have in-depth knowledge about your destination. Ensure to read traveler reviews and consult with locals for information about the safest neighborhoods, places to stay, and incidence of crime. An additional travel security precaution is to know whom to call should an emergency arise. Ensure to get the contact information for the nearest embassy or consulate, police station, and other local emergency departments.
Make copies of important documents We live in a world of unpredictability, you never know when you might need a copy of documents such as your passport, driver’s license, or other forms of identification. It is advisable that you scan and save these documents online or on a flash drive as well as print out several hard copies. This will assist you in locating proper documentation with ease. Public internet can be quite convenient; however, you should not allow this convenience to cloud your judgment. Using public WIFI makes it easier for hackers to gain access to your personal data including credit card information. Setting up a virtual private network (VPN) while traveling is a safer practice that allows you to access the public internet. THE TRIANNUAL | PAGE 5
Do not draw attention Sometimes, it is easy to distinguish a traveler from a local or a citizen. Often times, individuals that look like they are from out of town are especially susceptible to crime. To avoid this, you should try to blend in as much as possible. Your choice of clothing should be inconspicuous, which helps you avoid attention. Investing in protective clothing and gear that will make it difficult for pickpockets to steal money and other personal items is also a great security practice. Use reputable transportation companies It is important to research reputable taxi companies of the country that you plan to visit, once this is done, use only the services of these companies. If you’re travelling abroad and plan on using services such as Uber or Lyft, ensure to double check the driver’s vehicle information and verify their name before getting into the car with them. Travel Holiday Continues Security Tips
Remember: Safety first!
GUN SAFETY 1
GOLDEN
RULES There are no second chances with a gun and the rules for safe gun handling must always be followed to avoid accidents.
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Always treat the gun as loaded. Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction. Always keep the gun unloaded until you are ready to use it. Don't rely on the gun's safety to keep it from firing. Learn the mechanical and handling characteristics of the gun you are using.
Stay up to date in safety awareness, self-defence and theory tactics.
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SCHOOL
VIOLENCE
RES THAT A FEW MEASU IT H T H E W T IS S S A N A C R P R E V E N T IO N O OF E R A D IC A T IO N D SCHOOL-BASE V IO L E N C E .
Create a safe, supportive school climate (e.g., school-wide behavioral expectations, caring school climate programs, positive interventions and supports, and psychological and counselling services). Encourage students to take responsibility for their part in maintaining safe school environments, including student participation in safety planning. Reiterate the school rules and request that students report potential problems to school officials. Remind students of the importance of resisting peer pressure to act irresponsibly. Create anonymous reporting systems (e.g., student hotlines, suggestion boxes, and “tell an adult "Systems). Control access to the school building (e.g., designated entrance with all other access points locked from the exterior). Monitor school guests. Monitor school parking lots and common areas, such as hallways, cafeterias, and playing fields. Include the presence of school resource officers, security guards, or local police partnerships. Use security systems.
The Role Women Can Play In the Security Industry The security industry is undergoing a paradigm shift, whereby more women are entering what has traditionally been a male-dominated field. Specific to the conventional physical Security Officer profession, where their career pathways traditionally began in the field of law enforcement, the convergence of physical and cyber security has provided additional opportunities. Organizations recognize the value of not only diversity, but also the keen eye for detail, multi-tasking, compassionate nature, and fresh outlook that a female workforce brings to the industry. As a result, there are more leadership development and mentoring programs aimed at the success of women in security. More innovative ideas and better adaptability to the fast changing world are all benefits of a diverse team. In a workplace where women are valued, they thrive, and alongside a goal oriented organization, they can motivate others to collaborate, work more efficiently and increase overall productivity. THE TRIANNUAL | PAGE 9
Women Holiday in Security Security Tips
Word Picture Puzzles A REBUS is a picture representation of a name, work, or phrase. Each "rebus" puzzle box below portrays a common word or phrase. Can you guess what it is?
Since the word HEAD is over the word HEELS, the answer to the puzzle would be HEAD OVER HEELS! Get it? That's great! Now wake up your brain by having some more fun with the teasers below! To see the answers, look below the page. But don't peek until you make a guess!
ANSWERS 1. Space Invaders, 2. Growing Economy, 3. Corporate Downsizing, 4. Life Begins at 40! 5. Forgive and Forget, 6. Missing You (U)
AT HOME DRINK RECIPES TRINIDAD SOUR Ingredients 1 1/2 ounces Angostura bitters 1/2-ounce rye whiskey 3/4-ounce lemon juice 1 ounce orgeat Garnish: lemon twist Instructions 1. Add the Angostura bitters, rye whiskey, lemon juice and orgeat into a shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled. 2. Double-strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass. 3. Garnish with a lemon twist. TEQUILA SUNRISE Ingredients 2 tsp grenadine ice 50ml tequila 1 tbsp. triple sec 1 large orange, or 2 small ones, juiced ½ lemon, juiced 1 cocktail cherry Instructions 1. Pour the grenadine into the base of a tall glass and set aside. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add the tequila, triple sec and fruit juices. Shake until the outside of the shaker feels cold. 2. Add a few ice cubes to the serving glass then carefully double strain the cocktail into it, trying not to disturb the grenadine layer too much. Add more ice if needed to fill the glass then garnish with a cherry on a stick or cocktail umbrella.
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At Home Holiday Drink Recipes Security Tips
Our Talented
Employees
E/C Lisa Joseph A creative expression through candle making and other hand-made crafts. On her spare time, Ms. Joseph engages in her art, while earning an extra income.
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Our Talented Holiday Employees Security Tips
Our Talented
Employees My Philosophy of Work by Peter Duntin © all rights reserved
Hard work is the greatest teacher, We learn through our life experiences, and our greatest failures, The work we do should always be educational, The epiphanies we experience should often feel personal. Through hard work, we discover our strengths and weaknesses, Like a teacher, we realize how important this is, Hard work is often the path to success, Through countless efforts, we gain uninterrupted access. There is nothing in life we cannot achieve, If we stay focus, be persistent, and continue to believe, Work is our bread and butter, for some, it is their life, Some allow themselves to play, while others allow themselves to have sleepless nights. Work is a reward in itself; it gives us intrinsic happiness, Let us think to ourselves, how blessed are we to be doing this? Work aid in bringing us closer to our goals, We must continue to climb mountains, swim oceans and trample all forms of hurdles.
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Our Talented Holiday Employees Security Tips
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Holiday Security Tips
