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A Security escort when assigned with a particular escort duty should take full charge and control of  necessary equipment, aids and situation, etc. before commencement of his escort duties. Though, the necessary details and checks have already  been elaborated under various tasks and  responsibilities in this chapter, however, a proper checklist should be prepared and kept ready as part of suitability and readiness for proper discharge of  such sensitive duties. Check list :- Collect itinerary and the necessary route charts. Check the worthiness of the vehicle. Check for the suitability of the communication equipment. Collect details of the concerned agencies. During the performance of such sensitive and  Important duties, any emergency situation can occur,  calling for immediate response and damage control  by a security escort or an escort team. Therefore, a security escort should be trained in and follow these procedures in the event of an emergency...

A security escort may seek assistance from concerned agencies while carrying out duties. Concerned agencies could be following :-  The principal organization/ management/  authority, seeking escort duties. Service provider (SP), the security agency which is providing the security escort. Immediate superior officer coordinating and overseeing the security escort. Local police stations falling on the route of escort duty. Traffic police. Ambulance service. Nearby hospitals. Fire stations en route. Transport service provider's control room/ contact person. Road patrol, if detailed by the security agency to operate in the area of duties. Any other concerned agency as mentioned by the security agency. A security escort should collect and maintain the necessary information of these agencies pertaining to details of the contact person / authority to include his name, phone number (both landline and mobile), location, address, etc. Remember; a security escort should update such Inform...

It is important for a security escort to be always properly equipped with necessary aids and support, The following equipment should be carried by  security escort:   Route map and itinerary of the assigned task. Depending on the necessity of the escort assignment, walkie-talkie, mobile phone and reserve communication equipment may be used.  During out station & long journey, necessary charging set for communication equipment. A good quality torch with cells.   Non-lethal weapon such as baton etc.   Necessary paperwork such as duty slip etc.   A backup camera may be needed, if it is not currently included into the mobile set.  Blog ,   Facebook ,   Instagram ,   YouTube ,   Google Business ,   WhatsApp

Tasks of Security Escort Related to Driver and  Vehicle : A security escort will check following and  report to supervisor before the start of duty.   Readiness of the driver before the journey. Physical and mental condition of the drive. Ensure that the driver is not under the influence  of alcohol or any drug. Confirm that the driver knows the routes - main  and alternate to be followed as per the route chart. General condition and suitability of the vehicle  provided for the task. Confirm from the driver if necessary tools, spare  tyre, first aid box, etc. are available in the  vehicle. Confirm that vehicle has right type of fire  extinguishers. Confirm from the driver if necessary documents  of the vehicle are being carried. An escort will also exercises control over driver  during the journey as under :- No over-speeding, rash and negligent driving, traffic violation etc.   No deviation from the planned route.   ...

Some of the traits and characteristics of a good security escort are :-  Polite and courteous, yet firm. Vigilant and alert. Good personal discipline. Does not consume alcohol, or smoke or take any other intoxicants, particularly while on escort  duty. has to be knowledgeable on the particulars of the person being guided. For example, person's  name, designation, organization name & address, contact numbers, programmed and route. Does not indulge in loose talk and bragging. Does not leave the escorted person/ group alone. When performing inside-premises escort responsibilities, follow the person being escorted rather than walking in front of or behind him. Carry necessary equipment and communication needed for the task. Does not sleep while on escort duty or during  rest or temporary halt. An armed security escort, always handle  Weapon safely and proficiently.  Remains in contact with control room/ supervisor.   Maintains meticulous record of even...

An unarmed or armed  security guard trained in escort duties can be  employed as a security escort. Security escorts operate  individually or in pairs or in a team comprising of  armed and unarmed guards. The composition of escort  entirely depends upon the nature of risks and threats  to the person or group that is being escorted. Depending upon the threat perception the following duties may be assigned to security escorts :   To escort a person.   To escort a group.   To act as vehicle escort.   To escort valuable.. The Level and Type of Security Escort  : The level and number of security escorts needed for a particular task will depend on the type of threat, importance of person / group and the local area's current law and order condition. These factors will also decide whether the escorts should be unarmed or also armed.  Risks and Threats : as a security escort be prepared  to face certain risks and emergencies due...

Security escort duty is one of the most important  elements for creation of a safe environment during  working and movement of an individual or a group  of people needing such protection. It is imperative that a security guard assigned for  such duties must be well-trained, disciplined and  thoroughly conversant with the risks and threats  involved and various methods to counter the same.  NECESSITY FOR SECURITY ESCORT SERVICES A Security escort is needed as a companion for protection, safety, guidance or courtesy to be extended to a person, or a group of people. These services are especially needed for providing general security to the concerned person or the person needs to be guided from one place to another, or from one person to another, or when a group of people have to be escorted for safe movement under supervision and protection. General Category of Escorted Persons and Groups Women working in Business Process Outsourcing (BP0s) companies, bus...