<script type=”application/ld+json”>{“@context”:”https://schema.org”,”@type”:”FAQPage”,”mainEntity”:[{“@type”:”Question”,”name”:”Why should my Carlisle business consider professional security?”,”acceptedAnswer”:{“@type”:”Answer”,”text”:”Businesses frequently turn to private security to provide responsive and dedicated protection. No business wants to become a victim of crime; it damages your businesses finances and reputation, as well as putting employees at risk.  Deploying a strong security presence on your site can act as a powerful visual deterrent against crimes such as theft, vandalism, or sabotage.”}},{“@type”:”Question”,”name”:”What duties can a security guard carry out?”,”acceptedAnswer”:{“@type”:”Answer”,”text”:”Security guards are trained to carry out a number of duties, ensuring they’re always prepared for all eventualities, including:\n\nMonitoring your gatehouse/reception to control access\nRegularly patrolling your property and site to provide mobile security\nExamining your CCTV system to detect and respond to intruders\nDiffusing unwanted situations before they can escalate\nProviding additional services such as managing logbooks, post, telephone calls or greeting visitors”}},{“@type”:”Question”,”name”:”Can security guards physically detain intruders?”,”acceptedAnswer”:{“@type”:”Answer”,”text”:”Whilst security guards do not have the same powers as police officers, they are authorised to perform a ‘citizen’s arrest’ if safe and reason to do so, such as witnessing a crime, protecting others or preventing damage whilst the police arrive.”}},{“@type”:”Question”,”name”:”Can Churchill provide last-minute security in Carlisle? “,”acceptedAnswer”:{“@type”:”Answer”,”text”:”At Churchill Support Services, we try to be as flexible and responsive as possible. Whilst it’s best to plan your security needs well in advance, we’ll always try our best to provide the security you need within a short time frame.”}},{“@type”:”Question”,”name”:”What qualifications do security guards have?”,”acceptedAnswer”:{“@type”:”Answer”,”text”:”All security guards must hold an SIA licence to carry out ‘licensable’ activities. We also offer a range of online training courses to all our employees, covering first-aid and health and safety, and so can deploy officers with specific training if required.”}},{“@type”:”Question”,”name”:”What is the SIA? “,”acceptedAnswer”:{“@type”:”Answer”,”text”:”The SIA (Security Industry Authority) is responsible for regulating the private security industry in the UK and issuing SIA licences.”}},{“@type”:”Question”,”name”:”How do I become a security officer? “,”acceptedAnswer”:{“@type”:”Answer”,”text”:”If you’re considering a career as a security officer, you’ll need to complete the necessary training to obtain an SIA licence. If you have a licence and are looking for employment, check out Churchill Support Services job vacancies.”}},{“@type”:”Question”,”name”:”What parts of the UK can you cover? “,”acceptedAnswer”:{“@type”:”Answer”,”text”:”Churchill Support Services is a nationwide company, capable of deploying and maintaining solutions across the country. No matter where your business is based, Churchill Support Services can offer a range of security solutions to provide the protection you need.”}},{“@type”:”Question”,”name”:”How long does it take to install CCTV?”,”acceptedAnswer”:{“@type”:”Answer”,”text”:”CCTV systems can usually be installed within a couple of hours, on the same day. This ensures you can benefit from quality CCTV, without disruption to your business. We can also offer a thorough assessment of your property to create the best installation strategy for you.”}},{“@type”:”Question”,”name”:”What is your response time?”,”acceptedAnswer”:{“@type”:”Answer”,”text”:”Here at Churchill Support Services, we pride ourselves on our average 30 minutes response time, so you have peace of mind that your site is in good hands.”}}]}</script><!–FAQPage Code Generated by https://saijogeorge.com/json-ld-schema-generator/faq/–>