Security Resources & Information

Hurricane season in the Atlantic begins June 1 and ends November 30. The Eastern Pacific hurricane season begins May 15 and also ends November 30. When a hurricane reaches land,

Be prepared! Tornadoes generally spawn from thunderstorms, though they have been known to occur without the presence of lightning. The United States has the highest incidence of tornadoes worldwide, with more than 1,000 occurring every year. Tornadoes are more prevalent from April through July, with May and June being the peak months. But like thunderstorms, tornadoes can form any time of year. 

Weather emergencies, especially snow, ice and high winds, can create hazardous conditions for workers in the impacted areas. It is important to have a plan in place if winter weather or extremely frigid temperatures occur during the work day and make travel home safety a concern. 

Across the world, we have witnessed a surge in demonstrations, protests and civil disobedience. When encountering a rally of any kind, it is important that safety remains top of mind for yourself and those around you. Additionally, if a large crowd is near or in your workplace, it is vital that you take every action to ensure the safety of everyone within your facility and your property.

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. 

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.

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.

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,

Floods are among the most frequent and costly natural disasters in the United States. The effects can be local, hampering neighborhoods and communities,

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

Earthquakes are one of the most common, unpredictable occurrences on Earth. There is always the chance of an earthquake, but there is no way of predicting or giving any warning to when one may occur.

Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, at 2:00 a.m. Be sure to set your clocks back one hour, per the observance that has been in place for the first Sunday in November since 2007.

Severe snowstorms can be lethal. Entire cities or whole regions can be immobilized by heavy snow, even interrupting the flow of supplies and of emergency and medical services.

Thanksgiving is not only a time for expressing gratitude and enjoying family and friends, the holiday marks two of the busiest shopping opportunities in the

Without opportunity there is no crime. This is certainly true when it comes to the theft of vehicles and their contents. Thefts usually occur because owners make it far too easy for the thief.

Vehicle inspections and safety features help protect drivers and passengers from deadly driving hazards, but may not be enough. Preparing for situations,

Pedestrians can make themselves easy targets in parking lots. Usually, they don’t even realize it. The following tips can help make you safer in parking lots.
 

Although we may not hesitate to get behind the wheel during the day, night driving is an entirely different experience. Some drivers must avoid the road after dark because they

The development of new technologies has made traveling easier, more enjoyable and more direct. However, the use of these technologies while driving can be dangerous.

Carjacking is a serious, traumatic and often violent form of vehicle theft. It is a crime of opportunity that threatens an individual’s personal safety.