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Patrolling

The act of moving about an area especially by an approved and prepared individual or group, for purposes for observation, security or inspection. The duration of a patrol will shift from a few hours to several weeks depending upon the nature of the objective and the kind of units included. An individual or group of persons who perform such a demonstration.

What is a patrol ?

A patrol is normally a gathering of work force, for example, police officers or military personnel that are assigned to monitor a particular geographic area. A patrolling is a prepared security guard or a group of prepared security guards particularly entrusted to keep a watch over a defined large area by regularly walking or driving around or through it. The basic task of a patrol is to follow a known route with the purpose of investigating some component of interest or in the task of a fighting patrol to find and engage the enemy.

What is patrolling ?

Patrolling is an act of moving in and around a large area by a team of security guards, either on foot or on vehicles for the purpose of observation, inspection or ensuring the security of same installed assets. Making a specified number of visits each day. Rapid response to emergency situations. Checking the entire property, including grounds.

Purpose of Patrolling

The basic purpose of patrolling is to address the following security aspects:

  • Detect, prevent and deter intrusion, trespass, robbery, vandalism and different crimes.
  • Detect and prevent fire safety and health hazards.
  • Investigate upon the causes of various alarms as directed by the central alarm panel or supervisor.
  • Test and inspect the physical security system installed in the area.
  • Observe and report unusual events.
  • Respond to emergencies.
  • Observe and report violations.
  • Check and report for any breaches/ gaps in the security of the premises.
  • Assist plant workers or management to maintain a secured climate/environment.

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