Security guard

Security guards patrol or monitor premises to protect property against theft and vandalism. They control access to establishments, maintain order and enforce regulations at public events and within establishments.

• patrolling premises and checking doors, windows and gates to prevent and detect signs of unauthorised entry;
• controlling access to premises, monitoring and authorising the entry and exit of employees and visitors, checking identification and issuing passes;
• circulating among visitors, customers or employees to maintain order and protect property from theft and vandalism;
• responding to alarms, investigating disturbances and contacting superiors, police and firefighters where necessary;
• carrying out security checks of passengers and luggage at airports;
• collecting and ensuring the safe delivery of cash and valuables from banks, cash registers and shops.
• Examples of occupations in this unit group:
• Security guard
• Patrol, security services
• Watchman
• Watchman-porter
• Watchman, armed security