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Tips for a Safe and Secure Holiday > Download Now Allied Universal reminds you to keep the following safety and security tips in mind as you celebrate the holiday season. Share them with family, friends, colleagues, co-workers and building occupants to let them know you care. #BeSafe and Happy Holidays! Nine Smart Shopping Tips Park close to your destination, in a well-lit area and lock packages in the trunk, out of sight. Carry your purse close to your body and stow your wallet inside a zippered pocket. …
Ice Safety > Download Now Prepare for Slick Conditions Precipitation and freezing temperatures can form icy, dangerous surfaces on roadways and sidewalks. A long freeze can cause icicles, posing a safety and structural hazard to you, your home, buildings and other objects where ice forms. Be alert for ice dangers and prepare ahead of time for the chance of a freeze. At Your Home Sprinkle ice melting products on all walkways, steps and driveways before and after a freeze to prevent slips and falls. Beware …
Summer Heat Safety > Download Now Warm weather triggers an urge to be outdoors, but fun in the sun can be dangerous when the heat and humidity rise. In addition to sun burn, heat-related illness can spoil summer fun and send unsuspecting victims to the hospital. The human body keeps itself cool by allowing heat to escape through the skin and by evaporating the resulting perspiration. But if the body can not cool itself enough, the person could suffer from heat-related illness. Illnesses caused by …
Extreme Cold Safety > Download Now Stay Safe in Extreme Cold When extreme cold arrives, there are many challenges to staying safe. It is important to take extreme cold seriously and minimize your risk of exposure. Preventive Action is Your Best Defense Prepare your home and car in advance for cold-weather emergencies: Winterize your home by insulating, using weather stripping and caulking, and installing storm windows. Create a home emergency kit that has enough supplies for three to seven days. Keep …
Summertime Safety > Download Now Summertime Safety Tips for Your Family Summer months are full of unexpected fun, and unfortunately, sometimes unexpected hassles, such as insect bites and sunburn. There are easy ways to avoid these unpleasant, and sometimes risky, nuisances. By following a few simple steps, your summer can be full of all the family fun that you had planned. Insect Bite and Sting Safety Always use insect repellent on your skin and clothing to reduce risk of a bite. Use long-lasting …
Tornado Safety > Download Now Nature's Most Violent Storms Tornadoes can cause fatalities and devastate neighborhoods in seconds. A tornado’s whirling winds can reach 300 miles per hour and damaged paths can be in excess of a mile wide and 50 miles long. Every state is at some risk from this hazard. Some tornadoes are clearly visible, while rain or nearby low-hanging clouds obscure others. Occasionally, tornadoes develop so rapidly that little, if any, advance warning is possible. Since there is not a lot …
Shopping Mall Security - Beyond the Code of Conduct The holiday season is right around the corner. The stores have sales, you have a list and the mall management companies have security. While we don’t often think about the role of security professionals in the retail setting when we head to the mall, we experience their influence with every visit. While the overall focus is to create a safe and secure environment, the role of the security officer is varied, and changes based on the location and sometimes …
Raising Your Rank: Why Veterans Are a Great Fit for the Security Sector As we salute military personnel this Veterans Day, it is an opportune time to review why veterans make ideal recruits for the security officer and physical security sector. Once they leave the military, it’s a natural fit for veterans to go into the security field. Here are some reasons why: Technology Expertise – Military transitioning to civilian jobs have high demand, high-tech skills with sophisticated systems and software. Today’s …
National Accounts National Security Services Get Local and National Support At Allied Universal, our national expertise ensures we can meet your needs. Because we have the big picture when it comes to security, we can focus on solutions for your specific circumstances, wherever you may be. We Supply Everything You Need Allied Universal has offices across the country , ensuring that a local management team is in reach. In addition, you can expect support from a portfolio manager and accounts team at the …
