Schools are on security alert as a new school year begins. School shootings and overall violence in an around schools have left a mark. Officials are implementing more school security measures including hiring additional security guards to patrol school entrances, parking lots and school perimeters.

The Arizona Department of Education now requires at least one armed security guard at each public school during school hours. The California School Boards Association suggests the use of security personnel in its guidebook, “Safe Schools: strategies for Governing Boards to Ensure Student Success.”

Best Security Guard Qualities. With school security at the forefront, it’s important to hire the right security guards for the job. They should be alert at all times, have strong communication skills, use proper judgment and be physically fit to respond to an altercation or dangerous situation.

Access Patrol Services has been providing experienced and trained guards for schools for over 30 years.

Call APS at 866-770-0004 with questions about our guard services in California and Arizona or click on https://accesspatrolservice.com.