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U. of Manitoba Schedules Lock Out of Security Officers for Friday

August 17, 2010

The University of Manitoba will lock out as many as 27 security personnel on Friday if security staff rejects a contract offer from the university.

Ink and Internet Indiscretions

August 5, 2010

Posting party photos online and getting tattoos is OK for most people, but police agencies will expect you to be more careful of the image you project.

Patient’s Scuffle With Hospital Security Not Cause of Death

July 13, 2010

The Atlantic County prosecutor's office will not file criminal charges against Monmouth Medical Center in the case of a man who died after an altercation with hospital security.

The Strange Case of the Invisible Officer

June 18, 2010

These two tips will make your security personnel more effective and appreciated

N.C. College Downgrades Armed Police Force

May 28, 2010

Officials at the all-female Meredith College laid off four of seven sworn officers last week, leaving the campus in the hands of a staff mostly comprised of security guards.

Video: Security Guard Posts Computer Hacking Attack on YouTube

May 17, 2010

A former security guard at North Central Medical Plaza, accused of hacking into the hospital's computers, posted his activities on YouTube.

Deploying Stun Guns in Healthcare Facilities

May 3, 2010

While the number of hospitals that use TASER electronic control devices pales in comparison to those that don't, many healthcare facilities are now considering using these weapons. Here are answers to six basic questions regarding stun gun deployment.

Missouri College Arms Security Officers

April 30, 2010

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. - The Evangel University security officers will now carry guns as a result of a unanimous vote by the university's board of directors.

Colo. Deputy Resigns for Tasering High School Students

April 29, 2010

LEADVILLE, Colo. - A deputy accused of Tasering about 30 high school students has resigned.

Lafayette College Settles Sexual Harassment Case for $1M

April 26, 2010

As a result of a sexual harassment lawsuit filed against a campus safety officer accused of fondling female employees and subjecting them to other lewd behavior, Lafayette College will pay $1 million in a settlement.

Former Campus Police Officer Receives 5 Years Probation for Student Identity Theft

April 26, 2010

A former University of Central Missouri (UCM) police officer has been placed on five years probation for conspiring with his wife to steal student identification information.

S.C. Senate Fails to Override Veto on Campus Police for 2nd Time

April 22, 2010

In a 26-13 vote, the South Carolina state Senate failed to override Gov. Mark Sanford’s veto of a bill attempting to expand the powers of private college campus police.

Parents Sue District, Security Officers for Not Disciplining Gunmen

April 13, 2010

Detroit Public Schools (DPS) and two school security officers are being sued by the parents of four students who were wounded in a 2008 shooting at Ford High School.

N.Y. Student Claims Guards' Actions Led to Stabbing

April 12, 2010

A 17-year-old student who was attacked outside of the Jonathan Levin High School of Media and Communications is suing the Department of Education and the City of New York for $6 million.

Campus Officers Fatally Shoot Suspect Outside Duke Hospital

March 17, 2010

A March 13 shooting outside of Duke Hospital involving two Duke University officers resulted in a man’s death.

Lehigh University Expands Patrols Off-Campus

January 25, 2010

Lehigh University police will now conduct off-campus patrols in an effort to increase visibility and build relationships with students and residents.

ACLU Sues NYC School Safety Officers

January 22, 2010

The New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) and American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) have filed a class action lawsuit challenging the alleged conduct and behavior of police officers and school safety officers (SSOs) serving in the NYPD’s School Safety Division.

7 Secrets to Selecting a Contract Security Provider

September 1, 2008

When a campus law enforcement department doesn’t have enough staff or the right type of officers, technological solutions can only help so much. Contract security companies just might be able to provide your institution with the personnel it needs to make its public safety functions complete.

Core Components of Contract Security RFPs

September 1, 2008

Time to Bring in Contract Security

March 1, 2008

Although in many cases students can be a good source of affordable security personnel, when it comes to dorm protection, challenges exist. As a result, Vanderbilt University made the switch to contract security officers to resolve the training, screening, management and other issues often associated with student employees.

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