CHURCH/PLACE OF WORSHIP

AS & CP takes pride in being able to provide and restore a sense of safety and comfort for those

who come to worship and fellowship. Through security tactics and crime prevention measures

we have developed security plans to combat threats and eliminate the opportunity of crime.

AS & CP has studied cases of terrorism inside places of worship and has determined that

prevention and awareness is the best defense.

 

• Visible Security (starting in parking lot)

• Greeters

• Ushers (seating, movement control)

• Secured Areas

• Children’s Church (sign-in/sign- out)

• Controlled Access to hallways

• Parking

• Landscape

 

Following these simple security plans can drastically decrease the opportunity and risk of a crime

occurring. Correcting issues within these designated areas can improve safety and make your

church/place of worship unattractive to potential criminal activity.

RETAIL STORES, GROCERY STORES/RESTAURANTS

Retail stores and small restaurants usually operate with a minimum amount of staff. This

sometimes makes them more attractive to criminal elements. It also creates an illusion of safety

for the criminal element. The fewer people to watch, the fewer people to control and fewer

witnesses is more likely to be a successful attempt. AS & CP has studied the statistics and crime

trends for these particular types of businesses. AS & CP has crafted a security plan involving our

trained security guards and crime prevention methods. These methods are proven to work if

followed and practiced during daily business operations.

 

• Guard stays visible at all times

• Monitors behavior of patrons and employees

• Continuously monitors surroundings of location

• Keeps a detailed log of events

• Deescalates high tension situations

• Walks employees and customers to vehicles after dark

• Develops understanding of store operations and offers crime prevention tips to reduce risk of criminal activity

HOTEL/MOTEL

Austin Security & Crime Prevention understands that crime evolves with opportunity, trends,

and technology. Austin Security takes on these challenges head on equipping its staff with the

latest defensive strategies and good old fashion alertness. We know that your guest value

privacy, comfort and the feeling of a home away from home. We also understand that some

luxuries open the doors of opportunity for the criminal element. Through prevention measures it

is our job to provide your customers with an absolute sense of safety and protection. So how do

we do that you say…………

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• Visibility

• Professional Appearance

• Thorough inspections of any debit/credit scanners

• Shift surveys

• Knowledge of property & equipment

• Constant communication with staff

• Partnership with local law enforcement

 

These simple steps allow security enforcement to maintain the integrity of the property and build

to your business’s great reputation.

SHOPPING CENTER/PARKING LOT

The most common crime in a parking lots is theft or vandalism. Where else can you find such a

selection of automobiles left unattended-- it's a thief's dream. The most frequent crimes are auto

vandalism and auto burglary. Thieves think nothing about smashing out your car window to steal

a stereo, a portable telephone, or some item left on the seat. What they need is a little time and no

witnesses. Some parking lots are notorious for auto thefts and auto burglaries. Sometimes the

explanation is that they are located adjacent to excellent escape routes such as freeway on-ramps

or major high-speed thoroughfares. Flat parking lots are preferable to thieves because of ease of

visibility and ease of escape. Multi-level pay lots offer some deterrence because of the access

control and the requirement to pass the video-monitored toll booth upon exit. Valet parking is

considered safer because the attendant goes out into the lot for you to retrieve your car. Another

benefit is that unauthorized persons stand out in this special parking area that is supposed to be

accessed by attendants only. If you are a woman alone, consider using valet parking at hotels and

where available, especially at night.

 

Remember these parking lot security tips:

 

• Park only in a well-lighted and a highly-visible location

• If you cannot see 100 feet at night, park elsewhere

• Park in higher traffic areas of the lot, if possible

• Move your car during the day to improve its' location

• Remove all interior valuables from plain view

• Lock your doors and roll up all windows

• Use a highly-visible steering wheel or brake pedal locking device

• Use a car alarm and alarm decals, if possible

NEIGHBORHOOD SECURITY & PATROL

With law enforcement agencies cutting back on patrols and loss of man power due to budget

cuts, it is imperative for neighborhoods to provide alternative methods to prevent crime. AS & CP

provides the alternative to law enforcement patrol. AS & CP offers experienced guards, trained in

crime prevention and in tactical use of force. This provides communities with a measure of

protection and also provides a source of information in crime prevention.

 

 Guards routinely patrol neighborhood streets regularly

 

 Guards greets cars as they enter neighborhood

 

 Guards offer information on crime prevention

 

 Guards offer a wealth of knowledge in security & general tips to make homes safer

 

 Guards offers a strong sense of security for neighborhood

 

 Guards monitors activity in neighborhood keeps records of suspicious activity

 

 Guards have responsibility of reporting and responding to any threats until proper law

enforcement arrives

 

 Guards implements plan of action during any natural disaster, house fire, missing

child or auto accident that results in injury

 

AS & CP will help neighborhood establish a Neighborhood Watch Program and Dog Watch

Program. AS & CP will also set up and put on a training workshop for both programs. Through

these national recognized programs members of your community will become more aware and

alert. AS & CP offers have experience in neighborhood safety and CEO has assisted with the

establishing of over 200 Neighborhood Watch Programs and served as trainer of community

policing officers for local sheriff’s department and police department.

CASH TRANSPORT/BANK DEPOSIT

The rough times of economic distress, pressure to provide can lead to drastic criminal activity.

AS & CP provides its clients with a discreet and secure way to transport cash deposits to your

bank or to other locations. We provide the client with experienced responsible protection and a

pre-planned route to the destination. AS & CP prides itself on its ability to recognize potential

threats and the safest solutions to these threats. Prevention is key, so we carefully plan ahead and

take all precautions to ensure a safe and secure transaction.

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How do we do it?

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• Experienced staff

• Planned routes

• Different times of travel

• Discreet transportation

• Constant communication

• Risk evaluation

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This service is crafted for the protection of the client and their assets. We have developed

procedures and policies that are in the best interest of safety. Each guard has been trained in

tactical protection, if the need arises guard is trained to make best decision based off four key

elements before he/she responds.

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1. Prevention

2. Is there a risk of harm or bodily injury to client or innocent bystanders?

3. Can threat be resolved without physical harm being caused or damage to property?

4. Is there any outlet to escape threat?

CONSTRUCTION SITE

Millions of dollars are lost to construction equipment, cooper wire and metal theft annually.

While insurance may offset some of the financial costs, many uninsured costs deductibles,

replacing depreciated items with new equipment, production delays, paperwork and time to

report and replace stolen equipment are paid by contractors. Pro-active prevention is the key,

when building a strong security plan for construction sites and other jobs that may have

expensive equipment that is not easily moved and may cost time and money having to constantly

move this equipment. After regular business hours, industrial parks and construction sites are

deserted until the next work day. Expensive machinery and materials are often left unguarded,

leaving the site open to potential theft or vandalism. A visible security guard is first line of

defense. Constantly patrolling property/site, checking locks and doors, responding quickly to

alarms are just a few duties of guard(s).

 

Tips:

1. Control access to site

2. Identify assets and property onsite, then inventory and track them regularly. Inventory at

beginning of security shift and compare with inventory taken at beginning of shift.

3. Secure the site perimeter with proper fencing as a first line of defense, and maintain a

clear zone adjacent to fencing.

4. Suspend high dollar generators and other valuable equipment above site using cranes.

5. Light up the job site to effectively deter theft and vandalism.

 

Following these simple tips can drastically reduce theft and vandalism. Guards plan a vital part

in securing site and in many cases can identify potential safety risk. With the assistance of

technology such as CCTV, alarms, motion and detecting lighting systems the guard has

advantage on his side. We can’t stress enough the benefits of having a security plan in place that

includes prevention and technology.

 

Ideally your job site should have only one access point, allowing for close monitoring of

comings and goings from the site. Employee parking areas should be outside the construction

fence or in a clearly designated area within the fence line; workers should be easily identified

and have credentials that indicate site access. No trespassing signs should be posted in

conspicuous areas throughout the job site and a list of employees who have after hour access to

the property should be available to the police.