In today’s society, unfortunately it’s a reality that theft and crimes can occur in any premises. Some businesses such as retail stores, banks and small businesses are more likely to see these crimes due to the footfall and stock in the premises. Here at Umbrella Security, we would advise all businesses or homeowners to invest …
Manchester is known for being one of the UK’s most vibrant cities, perhaps mostly for its world-renowned music scene. However, it is undeniable that the city has issues with crime and there are certain areas in particular that are more affected by crime than others. In this blog, we will talk about those areas and …
Security guards have to be ready to deal with a wide variety of situations every time they are on the job. Whether patrolling, securing, monitoring, searching or doing general door work, there are training methods that security guards will have been taught. We at Umbrella Security feel it is important for our clients to know …
What is a vacant property? In summary, a vacant property can be described as any property that isn’t occupied for any period of time but this can comprise of anything from an unoccupied residential property to a large disused commercial site made up of multiple units. Naturally, given that the properties are empty, this makes …
There are many breeds of dog which are used to help security officers and the police detect prohibited substances, including drugs, explosives, dead bodies and alcohol. Some of the breeds most widely used for searching a premises or person are German Shepherds and Malinois. However, Dobermanns, Springer Spaniels and Border Collies also often play an …
Mobile security patrols are used by a wide variety of businesses to ensure the security of their business premises. Enlisting the support of a mobile security team is advantageous in many ways and in our latest post, we take a look at the many services provided by mobile security patrols and what they can do …
