Ask The Right Questions When Hiring A Security Officer

Interviewing a person before hiring them is protocol for almost any job position. The same goes when you are thinking of hiring a security officer to take care of your security issues. When you have the right questions to ask a prospective person to hire, you will get the right person for the job.

• Does your company do thorough background checks on all employees? The company you decide to do business with will have your name, address, date of birth, social security number and payment information. This information can be used for identity theft and fraud. In addition, you should know that the installer that is coming in to your home or business does not have a criminal record, drug use or credit problems.
• Is your company licensed, bonded and insured? There are many companies that 'open their doors' that are not registered or licensed with the Registrar of Contractors and who do not carry any insurance coverage to protect you or your premises in the event of damage or injury to you or them. Be sure you are protected from losses or lawsuits from the security company.
• How long have you been in business? A lot of "alarm companies" tend to come and go pretty quickly. This can be troublesome when you want to upgrade or change your system, get it properly serviced or need advice on best practices. Finding a reputable company that has been around for 10 + years can give you peace of mind that when you need help you will get it.

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