Armed & Unarmed Security
Armed and Unarmed Security Guards in San Jose, CA
VP Security Services provides both armed and unarmed security guards in San Jose, CA, and throughout the Bay Area. We understand that making the decision between an armed and unarmed guard can be complex, difficult, and even highly personal. We want to provide the resources and guidance you need to make an informed decision on behalf of your business, property, family, and others in your protection. Call us now to schedule a consultation, and we’ll answer any questions you have and go over the security services we offer.
Understanding the Differences in Armed vs. Unarmed Security
Both armed and unarmed security guards can provide crucial protection for property, people, and valuable assets. However, their approach to security services is different:
- Armed Security Guards – Armed security guards carry visible or concealed firearms and have extensive training in the safe handling and use of weapons. They are crucial in protecting high-risk environments or targets, like banks, jewelry stores, pharmacies, government officials or celebrities, government buildings, concerts and sporting events, special events and outdoor festivals, rallies and protests, and more. The presence of a weapon can act as a deterrent, as well as allow the guard to respond to a major, life-threatening incident with the appropriate force.
- Unarmed Security Guards – Unarmed security guards do not carry firearms but may carry other non-lethal weapons like batons, tasers, or pepper spray. They are appropriate for lower-risk environments or environments in which the presence of a weapon would be offensive or detrimental to peace, comfort, and security. Unarmed guards might be present at retail stores, residential buildings, commercial properties, construction sites, schools, houses of worship, and more.
We Offer Security Guards 24/7, Armed and Unarmed
Our security officers at VP Security Services are highly experienced, skilled, and trained. We stay up to date on the latest security threats and risks, not just in our community but nationwide. We enforce regular training to better understand common and uncommon security risks as well as industry- or population-specific threats. We also implement advanced technology and techniques to identify threats, de-escalate conflicts, mitigate risk, and maintain safety and peace. Each member of our team is thoroughly vetted and background checked, and we do regular assessments to ensure their performance, fitness, and ability.