Security 101 An Introduction to the Private Security Industry

Cover Page
Title Page
Copyright
Dedication
Contents
Foreword
Purpose of the Book
Acknowledgments
Chapter One: The Past Can Greatly Influence the Future: A Brief History of the Security Industry
	Introduction
	Learning Objectives
	What Is Security?
	The Personal Need for Security
	Historical Evidence of Security
	The Security Pioneers
	The Century of Professionalism
	Security in the “Global World”
	Conclusion
	Case Study—Allan Pinkerton: Hero or Villain?
	Discussion Topic—Police/Security Relations
	Research Focus—ASIS International
	Key Terms
	Sources
Chapter Two: Unnatural Partners: The Business of Private Security
	Introduction
	Learning Objectives
	The Business of Protecting
	Security Officers
	Security Supervisors, Managers, and Executives
	Chain of Command and Span of Control
	Formal Security Education and Careers
	Issues in the Security Sector
	Conclusion
	Case Study—Security Officer Wages in the United States
	Research Focus—European vs. American Security Officers
	Discussion Topic—The Fraudulent Employee
	Key Terms
	Sources
Chapter Three: Criminally Civil: Legal Aspects of Private Security
	Introduction
	Learning Objectives
	Defining Criminal and Civil Law
	Variations of Civil Law
	What Is Liability?
	Criminal Law and Security
	Exceptions to the Legal Authority of Security Personnel
	Reporting and Liability
	Rules, Regulations, and Directives of the Employer
	The Courtroom and Legal Process
	Conclusion
	Case Study—The Case of the Dummy Camera
	Discussion Topic—The Conundrum of Moonlighting
	Research Focus—Civil Court: Cases vs. Settlement
	Key Terms
	Sources
Chapter Four: Fortifying the Facility: The Concept of Physical Security
	Introduction
	Learning Objectives
	Designing a Security System
	Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED)
	Target Hardening
	Exterior Protection
	Facility Protection
	Conclusion
	Case Study—Quality vs. Price
	Discussion Topic—When Does “Aesthetically Pleasing” Become a Risk?
	Research Focus—Commercial and Residential Smoke Detectors
	Key Terms
	Sources
Chapter Five: The Human Element: The Concept of Personnel Security
	Introduction
	Learning Objectives
	The Need for Pre-Employment Searches
	Sources of Information for Pre-Employment Checks
	Legal Considerations
	Elements of a Pre-Employment Investigation
	Testing for Alcohol or Illegal Substances
	The Debate for Continued Verification of Employees
	Protecting the Employee
	Conclusion
	Case Study—Hostility in the Workforce
	Discussion Topic—Background Investigations
	Research Topic—Violence in the Workplace
	Key Terms
	Sources
Chapter Six: Protection in the Black Hole: Cybersecurity in Our Society
	Introduction
	Learning Objectives
	What Is the Internet and Where Did It Come From?
	Internet Myths
	Basic Components
	Crimes on the Internet
	Protecting the System
	Policies and Procedures
	Investigating Cyber Crimes
	The Threat of Terrorism
	Law Enforcement and Private Sector Partnership
	Conclusion
	Case Study—Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick
	Discussion Topic—“Putting All Your Eggs in One Basket!”
	Research Focus—DEF CON
	Key Terms
	Sources
Chapter Seven: Nobody Sees, Nobody Knows: The Field of Private Investigations
	Introduction
	Learning Objectives
	What Is an Investigator?
	Types of Investigations
	Investigative Operations
	Types of Investigations
	Documentation
	Legal Considerations and Concerns
	Conclusion
	Case Study—The Heartbroken Mother
	Discussion Topic—Privatizing Forensic Science
	Research Topic—“Spy Stuff”
	Key Terms
	Sources
Chapter Eight: Shrinking the Shoplifting: Retail and Shopping Center Security
	Introduction
	Learning Objectives
	Controlling Shrink
	Internal Threats
	External Threats
	Prevention
	Shopping Center Security
	Public/Private Partnerships
	Conclusion
	Case Study—Excessive Force
	Discussion Question—Civil Liberties vs. Loss Prevention
	Research Focus—Loss Prevention Devices
	Key Words
	Sources
Chapter Nine: Keeping the Currency and Its Customers Safe: Banking and Financial Security
	Introduction
	Learning Objectives
	Banks Historically as Targets
	The Bank Protection Act of 1968
	Bank Security Officer
	Threats to Banks
	Protective Measures
	Private/Public Partnerships
	Conclusion
	Case Study—The Duress Alarm
	Discussion Question—The Use of Dye Packs
	Research Focus—The Bank Protection Act of 1968
	Key Terms
	Sources
Chapter Ten: Helping the Healing Process: Hospital and Healthcare Security
	Introduction
	Learning Objectives
	The Complexity of the Healthcare Environment
	Workplace Challenges
	Areas of Concern
	Protective Measures
	Physical Security Measures
	Professional Organizations and Certifications
	Conclusion
	Case Study—The Confused Patron
	Discussion Topic—Security or Customer Service?
	Research Focus—The Emergency Room
	Key Terms
	Sources
Chapter Eleven: Protecting the K-16 Process: School, College, and University Security
	Introduction
	Learning Objectives
	The Complexity of the Education Sector
	Primary Educational Facility Protection
	Secondary Educational Facility Protection
	Colleges\' and Universities\' Challenges
	Conclusion
	Case Study—The Bath, Michigan, School Bombing
	Discussion Topic—Public Access vs. Public Safety
	Research Focus—Violence on the College Campus
	Key Terms
	Sources
Chapter Twelve: Ensuring Items Get from Here to There: Transportation and Cargo Security
	Introduction
	Learning Objectives
	The Impact of Protecting Cargo
	Pilferage—“Public Enemy Number One”
	Ports and Shipyards
	Airports
	Distribution and Transportation Centers
	Cargo in Transit
	Conclusion
	Case Study—Delivery Drones
	Discussion Topic—Justifying Theft
	Research Focus—The Screening Process
	Key Terms
	Sources
Chapter 13: Protecting a Crowd: Lodging and Entertainment Security
	Introduction
	Learning Objectives
	Casinos
	National and International Sporting Events
	Concert Venues
	Amusement Parks and Resorts
	Hotels and Motels
	Cruise Ships
	Conclusion
	Case Study—Terror at Sea
	Discussion Topic—Customer Service or Security
	Research Focus—The Protection of Casinos
	Key Terms
	Sources
Chapter 14: “So, Now What?” The Future of the Security Industry
	Introduction
	Continued Public/Private Sector Partnering
	The Global Fight against Terrorism
	Training and Education
	Adaptation to an Ever-Changing Environment
Index