The Guard Shack

Episode 11: Report Writing (Part 2)

Well, it's been quite a while since her last episode, but as we're all aware can get in the way lol. Episode 11, report writing part 2 is now live on anchor, Apple podcast, and anywhere else that you can find podcasts.  In today's episode, we'll be discussing more report writing aspects such as phrasing, methods to articulate crimes in reports, as well as good ways to describe injuries. Here in northern California, we have been extremely busy at the company I work for due to the fires, during which we provide a lot of extra security services for the local areas. Hoping to get back on a regular publishing schedule soon, but it may be winter before that happens! *** Thanks for listening! Spread the word to friends, family, and co-workers. My goal is to help with the development of security professionals and improve the image of the private security industry through helping others with the knowledge and experience I’ve gained over the years of my career. Please take a moment to like/subscribe and all that fun stuff (podcast, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube), it’s a free way to support the show and is very much appreciated. Get in touch and let me know what you would like to hear about on upcoming episodes by emailing me at guardshackpc@gmail.com [guardshackpc@gmail.com]. Thanks, and stay safe! *** Social Media Links: https://www.facebook.com/guardshackpc [https://www.facebook.com/guardshackpc] https://www.instagram.com/guardshackpc [https://www.instagram.com/guardshackpc] https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC59AiPik1UHmi7Ou-HMnoqg [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC59AiPik1UHmi7Ou-HMnoqg]

Episode 10: Report Writing (Part 1)

In today’s episode, part 1 of a 2 or more part report writing series, we go over the essential parts of report writing: Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How. I also discuss the proper way to document descriptions. In the next report writing episode, I’ll go more in depth to report structure, as well as how to describe and document injuries. I’ve also included an update at the beginning of the episode about the shooting from a few weeks ago where a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy shot and killed an alleged “security guard” and some new, if few, details. *** Thanks for listening! Spread the word to friends, family, and co-workers. My goal is to help with the development of security professionals and improve the image of the private security industry through helping others with the knowledge and experience I’ve gained over the years of my career. Please take a moment to like/subscribe and all that fun stuff (podcast, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube), it’s a free way to support the show and is very much appreciated. Get in touch and let me know what you would like to hear about on upcoming episodes by emailing me at guardshackpc@gmail.com [guardshackpc@gmail.com]. Thanks, and stay safe! *** Social Media Links: https://www.facebook.com/guardshackpc [https://www.facebook.com/guardshackpc] https://www.instagram.com/guardshackpc [https://www.instagram.com/guardshackpc] https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC59AiPik1UHmi7Ou-HMnoqg [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC59AiPik1UHmi7Ou-HMnoqg]

Episode 9: Gear & Equipment

In today’s episode, we’re going to discuss the basic equipment and gear you’ll need for the job, depending on your assignment of course. I’ve also included an update at the beginning of the episode about the shooting from last week where a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy shot and killed an alleged “security guard” and some new, however vague, details that have came to light about it. *** Affiliate Links for Gear: https://amzn.to/3eHZr9h [https://amzn.to/3eHZr9h]- Bianchi Accumold Elite Duty Belt https://amzn.to/2YIpQ0U [https://amzn.to/2YIpQ0U]- Safariland mid-ride Level III ALS/SLS Holster (you’ll need to pick you make/model and whether or not it’s light bearing) https://amzn.to/2NCOFFl [https://amzn.to/2NCOFFl]- Bianchi Accumold Elite Single Open Top Handcuff Case https://amzn.to/2Zg91d6 [https://amzn.to/2Zg91d6]- Bianchi Accumold Elite Hidden Snap OC Pouch https://amzn.to/3idxCrl [https://amzn.to/3idxCrl]- Silent Key Holder https://amzn.to/2Zm2ttp [https://amzn.to/2Zm2ttp]- Glove Pouch https://amzn.to/31lFAca [https://amzn.to/31lFAca]- Double Magazine hidden snap holder https://amzn.to/31rrs0U [https://amzn.to/31rrs0U]- Flashlight Holder https://amzn.to/2ZxpEBd [https://amzn.to/2ZxpEBd]- Inner Belt Safe Life Defense Body Armor (Not Affiliate Link, Nor Sponsored): https://safelifedefense.com/ [https://safelifedefense.com/] *** Thanks for listening! Spread the word to friends, family, and co-workers. My goal is to help with the development of security professionals and improve the image of the private security industry through helping others with the knowledge and experience I’ve gained over the years of my career. Please take a moment to like/subscribe and all that fun stuff (podcast, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube), it’s a free way to support the show and is very much appreciated. Get in touch and let me know what you would like to hear about on upcoming episodes by emailing me at guardshackpc@gmail.com [guardshackpc@gmail.com]. Thanks, and stay safe! *** Social Media Links: https://www.facebook.com/guardshackpc [https://www.facebook.com/guardshackpc] https://www.instagram.com/guardshackpc [https://www.instagram.com/guardshackpc] https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC59AiPik1UHmi7Ou-HMnoqg [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC59AiPik1UHmi7Ou-HMnoqg]

Episode 8: De-escalation

In today’s episode, we’re going to discuss some basic tips and ways of thinking to help verbally de-escalate a situation (when that is a viable option). We’re also going to talk first about the shooting of an alleged “security guard” out of Gardena, California by Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputies earlier this week. *** Corrections One Article: https://www.correctionsone.com/corrections-training/articles/the-8-most-effective-de-escalation-techniques-in-corrections-jN0RMEriIsox1LuE/ [https://www.correctionsone.com/corrections-training/articles/the-8-most-effective-de-escalation-techniques-in-corrections-jN0RMEriIsox1LuE/] “DEFUSE” Graphic (Scroll Down): https://www.nuemblog.com/blog/verbal-deescalation [https://www.nuemblog.com/blog/verbal-deescalation]fs *** Thanks for listening! Spread the word to friends, family, and co-workers. My goal is to help with the development of security professionals and improve the image of the private security industry through helping others with the knowledge and experience I’ve gained over the years of my career. Please take a moment to like/subscribe and all that fun stuff (podcast, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube), it’s a free way to support the show and is very much appreciated. Get in touch and let me know what you would like to hear about on upcoming episodes by emailing me at guardshackpc@gmail.com [guardshackpc@gmail.com]. Thanks, and stay safe! *** Social Media Links: https://www.facebook.com/guardshackpc [https://www.facebook.com/guardshackpc] https://www.instagram.com/guardshackpc [https://www.instagram.com/guardshackpc] https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC59AiPik1UHmi7Ou-HMnoqg [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC59AiPik1UHmi7Ou-HMnoqg]

Episode 7: Throw The Book At 'Em!

A lot of people get into security, receive the minimal training in regard to law knowledge, and that’s it. I like to educate myself (as well as the guards I lead) in the laws pertinent to our function as security. In this episode, I go over a short list of laws which I believe are important for every guard out there to know. Please keep in mind; however, these laws are specific to California. While they may be similar to other states, you are advised to do your research into your state laws, even those of you in California, as laws are constantly changing. I am not a lawyer and am not providing legal advice, I am simply reviewing several code sections from the California Penal Code as I feel they pertain to the private security industry in California. If you have any questions about laws in California or other states, I advise you to seek the advice of an attorney. It is imperative as security guards that we know the laws surrounding making private persons arrests, including false imprisonment, kidnapping, and other related law sections. Do your homework on this one! *** Here is an Amazon Affiliate Link for those of you interested in getting a 2020 year Qwik-Code: 2020 California Penal Code Qwik-Code: https://amzn.to/2YxeU4Y [https://amzn.to/2YxeU4Y] *** Thanks for listening! Spread the word to friends, family, and co-workers. My goal is to help with the development of security professionals and improve the image of the private security industry through helping others with the knowledge and experience I’ve gained over the years of my career. Please take a moment to like/subscribe and all that fun stuff (podcast, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube), it’s a free way to support the show and is very much appreciated. Get in touch and let me know what you would like to hear about on upcoming episodes by emailing me at guardshackpc@gmail.com [guardshackpc@gmail.com]. Thanks, and stay safe! *** Social Media Links: https://www.facebook.com/guardshackpc [https://www.facebook.com/guardshackpc] https://www.instagram.com/guardshackpc [https://www.instagram.com/guardshackpc] https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC59AiPik1UHmi7Ou-HMnoqg [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC59AiPik1UHmi7Ou-HMnoqg]