City Wide Protection Saves 3 Lives From Fentanyl Overdoses In 2022

San Diego, California, August 29, 2022 – In August, the U.S. Department of Justice recognized San Diego as the epicenter of Fentanyl trafficking. From October 2021 through June 2022, more than 5,000 pounds of fentanyl were seized around the country. Former U.S. Attorney, Bob Brewer, echoed this statement. “San Diego is a hub for the […]

Physical Security Fundamentals For 2021

The Importance of Physical Security Physical security is a necessary counterpart to any residential, commercial, or industrial business. From special events to the general day to day, physical security will provide an additional line of defense against potential dangers to any establishment. Physical security can come in various forms, but we will emphasize the value […]

8 Tips On Safety In Your Community (2020)

Nothing quite derails a community like violence and crime. Living and working independently means being able to explore within your community and utilize its resources safely and with confidence. In this blog, we will be touching on San Diego’s past criminal history, our current criminal trends, tips you can implement to enhance your community’s safety, […]

What Certifications Are Needed To Become A Security Guard In California?

Are you looking for a fulfilling job that involves helping and protecting others? If so, becoming a security guard in California is a great career path to pursue. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts a 19% growth in the overall number of security guard job openings in 2020. Security guards earn a yearly wage […]

What To Look For When Hiring Security Guards

Have you considered the benefits of hiring security guards? If so, it is vital to know which qualities to look for during the hiring process. There are a few elements that trustworthy security services have in common. If you are looking to hire a reliable security guard company, here are some key indicators of an […]

Benefits Of Outsourcing Security Needs Of Your Company

According to Statista, the market for outsourced security services was valued at $25.5 million in 2017.There are several benefits to outsourcing the security needs of your company. Whether you are looking to hire short-term or long-term security personnel, outsourcing will cut costs, minimize risk, alleviate administration burdens, and increase flexibility. Here are 4 reasons you […]

2017 Industry Partner/Service Provider Of The Year

We are honored to announce that on November 3rd, 2017, City Wide Protection Services won the 2017 Industry Partner/ Service Provider of the Year Award at one of Southern California’s biggest events to recognize excellence and leadership. We would like to sincerely thank all of our team members and clients. We appreciate all of your […]

How To Respond To An Active Shooter: 6 Steps To Protect Yourself

The single-most important factor that can increase your chances of surviving an active shooter scenario is deceptively simple: be prepared. The immediate question that follows, is how exactly does one “be prepared” for such a life-altering, terrifying and (hopefully) one-off experience. After all, not everyone has a military or law-enforcement background. Here we outline 6 […]

What To Look For When Hiring Private Security

Making the choice to protect your property with private security isn’t enough. It’s critical that you make a wise choice when hiring a private security company. While hiring a private security company isn’t exactly like hiring a plumber, the wrong choice could leave you in an undesirable situation. Here are a few tips to help […]