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.

The specific roles of a private security guard include the following;

Patrolling premises and checking doors, windows and gates to prevent and detect signs of unauthorized entry

Controlling access to establishments, monitoring and authorizing the entrance or departure of employees and visitors, checking identification and issuing security passes

Circulating among visitors, patrons, or employees to preserve order, protect property from theft or vandalism and enforce the regulations of the establishment

Responding to alarms, investigating disturbances and contacting superiors, police or fire-fighters as appropriate

Performing security checks of passengers and luggage at airports

Picking up and ensuring the safe delivery of cash and valuables to banks, automated teller machines and retail establishments

Directing cars to parking lots and ensuring their safe custody while in the parking lot.

By Titus Kiboma (Private Security Guard- Securix Uganda Ltd)