The ever-increasing threats from rising civil unrest and organized crime impact the manufacturing and industrial sector in a variety of ways. Our professionals work diligently to stay on top of these changes and develop strategic response procedures in order to minimize your potential risk and losses.

Dutchess Security Guard Arrested for Selling Drugs to Homeless

Dutchess Security Guard Arrested for Selling Drugs to Homeless

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Hudson River Housing Security Guard was arrested for selling cocaine at the shelter. This behavior is deplorable, clearly the screening process for hiring security staff needs to be looked at. 

My firm thoroughly screens and trains our guards to uphold the mission and values of NEXGEN Protection Services, we  do not tolerate any violations to our code of conduct.

 

SOURCE:
“Security guard at Dutchess homeless shelter arrested for drug sales” Mid Hudson News, 04/05/2024.
#protectionservices #securitystandards #codeofconduct #publicsafety #secruitythreats

 

Walgreens Security Guard Questionable Use of Force Confronting Shopper

Walgreens Security Guard Questionable Use of Force Confronting Shopper

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Stores do have a legal right to defend themselves against loss, but there are appropriate ways security details use force. This security guard gives the private security industry a bad name and contributes to a perception of abuse of power. There must be accountability for situations like this. 

Walgreens Security Guard Questionable Use of Force Confronting Shopper

SOURCE: 

Donovan, Lauren, “Viral video of ‘heavily’ armed Seattle Walgreens security guard sparks outrage.” FOX13 Seattle, 04/02/2024.
https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/armed-security-guard-walgreens

#protectionservices #securitystandards #technology #publicsafety #secruitythreats

Leverage the latest technologies to mitigate the ever increasing lawlessness.

Leverage the latest technologies to mitigate the ever increasing lawlessness.

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Retailers are in the business of selling products and assuring their employees and customers that their sales floor is safe and secure. It is critical for businesses to leverage the latest technologies available to mitigate the risk of ever increasing wanton violence, theft, and lawlessness for life safety and loss prevention.

 

SOURCE: 

Lynch, Kevin, “Observations of a Loss Prevention Warhorse.” Loss Prevention Media, 02/07/2024.

https://losspreventionmedia.com/observations-of-a-loss-prevention-warhorse/

 

#protectionservices #securitystandards #technology #publicsafety #secruitythreats

 

Firearms

Firearms & Public Safety: Operational Guidelines & Procedures

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Certain operational roles in public safety mandate the requirement for a lethal force response, issued in the form of a firearm. Depending on the role, the firearms are usually limited to smalls arms only in the form of handguns and long-arms. With the provision of firearms comes the necessity for appropriate training and regulations governing the issue and use of these operational tools.

If operational personnel decide to undertake job roles that require a lethal force option, they have an obligation to be highly competent in the use of that tool, which includes appropriate knowledge and skills for safe and professional use of that tool in an operational context (as opposed to simply a training context). In the first instance, the burden of responsibility falls to the individual user to survive the operational environment, physically and legally.

 

SOURCE: 

Key, Richard, “Firearms & Public Safety: Operational Guidelines & Procedures.” Security Solutions,03/05/2019.

https://www.securitysolutionsmedia.com/2019/03/05/firearms-public-safety/

 

#protectionservices #securitystandards #firearms #publicsafety #secruitythreats

 

Security Patrol Details Help Deter Crimes From Occuring

Security Patrol Details Help Deter Crimes From Occuring

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Communities want peace of mind when they’re sleeping, many are hiring private security firms to patrol their neighborhood.  Security Patrol details help deter crimes from occuring. 

Car thieves have become more brazen, as well, with cases where they have broken into people’s homes in order to steal car keys.

SOURCE: 

Casemore, Jamie, “Spike in car thefts has some Canadians hiring private security to patrol their neighborhoods.” National Post,01/25/2024.

https://nationalpost.com/news/toronto/car-theft-break-in-security-toronto

 

#protectionservices #securitystandards #carthefts #SecurityPatrols #secruitythreats

 

target-hardening

Mass Shootings: Schools Now Target-Harden Campuses

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Target-hardening at schools has been a hot topic in the United States, especially as mass shootings continue and school administrators take on a more active role in security. 

Schools started adding bulletproof windows and desks, stronger locks on doors, alarm systems that directly communicate with law enforcement, and artificial intelligence (AI) enabled camera systems, among other target hardening techniques. They have conducted drills and established better emergency response plans. 

SOURCE: 

Jones, Kevin, “Schools Crisis Intervention In Schools.” Security Management Magazine, 03/01/2024.

https://www.asisonline.org/security-management-magazine/articles/2024/03/schools/crisis-intervention-in-schools/

 

#protectionservices #securitystandards #target-hardening #artificialintelligence #secruitythreats

 

Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – Threats of theft, vandalism, and terrorism are a continual concern for those responsible for the security of high-risk facilities. Perimeter security is vital to maintaining safety, safeguarding assets and ensuring continuity of business at these sites. AI (artificial intelligence) video security cameras with built-in analytics interpret scenes, monitor risks, and alerts security to threats. SOURCE: Carstensen, Jon, “Early Detection and Deterrence Enhance.” Security Today, 03/21/2024. https://securitytoday.com/Articles/2024/03/21/Early-Detection-and-Deterrence-Enhance.aspx #protectionservices #securitystandards #earlydetection #artificialintelligence AI security cameras

AI security cameras interpret scenes, monitor risks, and alerts security to threats.

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Threats of theft, vandalism, and terrorism are a continual concern for those responsible for the security of high-risk facilities. Perimeter security is vital to maintaining safety, safeguarding assets and ensuring continuity of business at these sites.

AI (artificial intelligence) video security cameras with built-in analytics interpret scenes, monitor risks, and alerts security to threats.

SOURCE: 

Carstensen, Jon, “Early Detection and Deterrence Enhance.” Security Today, 03/21/2024.

https://securitytoday.com/Articles/2024/03/21/Early-Detection-and-Deterrence-Enhance.aspx

 

#protectionservices #securitystandards #earlydetection #artificialintelligence #secruitythreats

 

DEI Drives Innovation, Engagement, Energizing Performance Excellence

DEI Drives Innovation, Engagement, Energizing Performance Excellence

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

No doubt, there is a clear correlation between diverse, inclusive workforces and enhanced business performance. The transformative power of DEI initiatives fosters a more diverse and resilient workforce.

SOURCE: 

Bosch, Rodney, “Making The Business Case for Diversity Equity and Inclusion.” SD Magazine, 03/04/2024.

https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102881-making-the-business-case-for-diversity-equity-and-inclusion

#protectionservices #securitystandards #DEI #diversity #equality #inclusion 

 

Businesses Are Pulling Out of Urban Centers: Security Protection Lacking

Businesses Are Pulling Out of Urban Centers: Security Protection Lacking

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Businesses have cited the rise of online shopping and declining in-store profits for pulling out of urban centers.  Insiders see a deeper problem: Unarmed security staff’s inability to keep employees and merchandise safe is driving away shoppers.

 

SOURCE: 

Sali, Sean, “Retailers Flee Major Cities As Unarmed Security-.” Washington Times, 02/07/2024.

https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2024/feb/7/retailers-flee-major-cities-as-unarmed-security-pu/

#protectionservices #securitystandards #safeandsecure #softoncrimepolicies 

 

security standards

Security Standards Must Be Established to Cover Access, Data, & Physical Security

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

When protecting a site it is important to set clear perimeter security standards in order to assess and mitigate any potential threats or risks effectively. A set of security policies need to be established to cover key areas such as access control, data protection, physical security, and incident response.

 

BENEFITS 

  1. Protects Assets and Information
    Corporations deal with valuable assets, sensitive information, and proprietary data. Security standards help safeguard these assets from theft, unauthorized access, and other threats.
  2. Mitigates Risks and Threats
    By implementing proactive measures, corporations can mitigate the impact of security incidents and reduce the likelihood of property crime, theft, and cyberattacks.
  3. Stay Compliant with Regulations
    Many industries are subject to strict security regulations and compliance requirements. Security standards can help you meet these obligations to avoid legal consequences and fines.
  4. Protects Reputation
    Adhering to security standards demonstrates a commitment to protecting customer trust and can help reduce the negative impact of potential security incidents on brand reputation.
  5. Ensures Business Continuity
    By identifying and addressing potential vulnerabilities, corporations can minimize the risk of disruptions and maintain continuity even in the face of unexpected events or crises.
  6. Prevents Financial Loss
    Security standards help prevent financial losses by proactively addressing vulnerabilities and minimizing the impact of security incidents.
  7. Enhances Employee Productivity
    Security standards provide guidelines and measures that create a secure workplace, reducing distractions and concerns related to security threats.
  8. Facilitating Partnerships and Collaborations
    Having established security standards can be a prerequisite for partnerships, as it ensures that all parties involved adhere to a common level of security practices.

 

SOURCE: 

“Perimeter Security Standards for MultiSite Businesses.” Security Today, 03/06/2024.
https://securitytoday.com/Articles/2024/03/01/Perimeter-Security-Standards-for-MultiSite-Businesses.aspx

#protectionservices #securitystandards #safeandsecure