PSOC Unit group 5414 — Security guards

Security guards patrol or monitor premises to guard property against theft and vandalism. They control access to establishments and maintain order; and enforce regulations at public events and within establishments. Their tasks include: a) patrolling premises and checking doors, windows and gates to prevent and detect signs of unauthorized entry; b) controlling access to establishments; monitoring and authorizing the entrance or departure of employees and visitors; checking identification; and issuing security passes; c) circulating among visitors, patrons, or employees to preserve order; protect property from theft or vandalism; and enforce the regulations of the establishment; d) responding to alarms; investigating disturbances; and contacting superiors, police or firefighters as appropriate; e) performing security checks of passengers and luggage at airports; f) picking up and ensuring the safe delivery of cash and valuables to banks, automated teller machines and retail establishments. Examples of the occupations classified here: Aviation security guard, Bailiff, Bodyguard, Bouncer, Civilian guard, Confidential agent, Customs gatekeeper, Doorkeeper, Gatekeeper/Roving guard, Guard patrol, Harbor patrol, Lady guard, Marshall, Motorcycle escort, Museum guard, Private police guard, Security agent, Security guard, Security patrolman/patrolwoman, Surveillance officer, Watchman/Watchwoman Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Beach patrolman/patrolwoman - 5419, House detective (hotel) - 3411, Lifeguard - 5419, Private detective - 3411, Private inquiry agent - 3411, Private investigator - 3411

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