ARMED SECURITY SERVICES IN CHICAGO, IL
Have you thought about security services for your establishment or business? Our armed security officers are at the ready to protect your commercial or residential properties in Chicago, IL or anywhere throughout the Midwest region. We provide armed security guard services to address client security concerns, no matter the type of business or facility.
With over thirty years in business, American has the operational expertise and resources to properly secure any client need. Whether an educational institution, a manufacturing facility or a commercial property, American can provide the security services you deserve.
Our training, management philosophy and technology set us apart from the competition!
WHY ARMED SECURITY OFFICERS?
As a full-service security company in the Chicago area, American can provide a variety of security guards. While many security issues are easily addressed using unarmed security services, some situations call for an armed security officer instead.
An armed security officer offers a higher degree of safety and security for a client with elevated risk profiles. Our trained professionals are ready to secure your employees, customers and property from a wide range of threats, both internal and external.
The typical benefits of security guards include:
VISIBLE DETERRENCE
Regardless of whether you choose armed or unarmed personnel, the sight of professional, uniformed security officers goes a long way toward maximizing the safety and security of your property and personnel.
INCIDENT DE-ESCALATION AND REPORTING
During training, we instruct our officers to use verbal de-escalation techniques whenever possible to minimize the risk of injury to personnel. In an era of escalating threat of confrontation, effective security guard services must include this critical skill.
Our officers write daily or periodic reports as desired by the client, giving you insight into how our security services are performed. Additionally, following an incident, guards will submit electronic incident reports that are easily viewed by the client.
ROUTINE PATROL
While some clients may wish for a static security guard, others may benefit from having their security officers conduct routine foot patrols. This especially beneficial for clients with large or complex properties, where our officers can check for trespassers, monitor for safety situations and increase the scope of visible deterrence.
ACCESS CONTROL
Allowing the right people onto the property – and keeping the wrong ones out – is critical to ensuring the safety of our clients. As part of our security services, a security officer can screen visitors, conduct personnel checks and verify that access points are kept secure.
OUR SECURITY GUARD TRAINING
Through training and selection, we provide security guards with professionalism, reliability and attention to detail. Our officers are screened for suitability and customer service potential at each client location, as we understand security is often a part of your own team.
Armed security officers are licensed and demonstrate proficiency with their duty weapon. Our training emphasizes de-escalation and escalation of force to minimize the risk of injury; less-than-lethal options are always preferred.
No security company is the same as another, which means no security guards are the same as others. Make sure you choose the right one!
OUR TECHNOLOGY ADVANTAGE
We field the latest in mobile technology to ensure your assigned officers are on site and providing exceptional guard services. Electronic timekeeping and reporting streamlines engagement between American and the client, minimizing administrative burden while also enabling real-time access to your security information.
Additionally, we staff a 24/7 Dispatch service so that our guards and clients can always speak to a live person who can coordinate security services and provide updates in the event of an emergency.
WHO BENEFITS FROM AN ARMED SECURITY OFFICER?
Virtually every business or establishment can benefit from some level of security, and for those needing a more robust security posture to maximize safety, an armed officer may be the right choice.
Our client needs vary and include retail security, financial and educational institution security, healthcare facility security, government buildings and industrial security, construction site security and manufacturing security.
Our professional management team will work you to develop a tailored solution to your needs, to include additional training for our officers as needed to meet your requirements.
WHAT KIND OF SERVICES DO I NEED?
For most clients, static unarmed security guards provide a high level of protection. Our customized Post Orders, developed in tandem with the client, address any specific tasks or functions desired. We also offer armed security guard services if a higher level of protection is needed.
We are happy to send our Operations team to walk through your site and help you understand how the services American provides can benefit you and your team.
AMERICAN SECURITY WILL MEET YOUR NEEDS
No matter what type of security needs you have, security guards from American Security will meet and exceed your expectations every time as we protect what you value most.