The purpose of this training video is to make the security officer aware and to recognize situations that may be potential personal safety hazards. It puts in plain words the situations that confront an officer. The following is a partial list of the topics covered:

• When to consider someone as potentially hazardous
• The importance of remaining alert
• Never confront a hostile person alone
• When and when not to attempt a physical situation
• The importance of nightsticks and other equipment
• How to approach a group of disorderly persons
• Traffic safety
• Flashlight techniques
• How to walk silently
• Communication guidelines
• Vehicle patrol safety concerns
• When to call law enforcement
• How to balance officer safety and job performance