Construction Security
Construction Site Security in San Jose, CA
To monitor your construction site and the valuable equipment and building materials on it, you need to take proactive measures and establish a comprehensive security program. VP Security Services has 30 years of experience providing critical security services to construction sites in the Bay Area. Our highly trained and experienced security guards offer regular security patrols, armed or unarmed security, 24/7 security watch, alarm response, and more. We do everything possible to prevent unauthorized access, theft, vandalism, and other security threats. Call now to set up a consultation and learn more about creating a robust plan for construction site security in San Jose, CA.
Understanding Key Security Challenges at Construction Sites
Construction sites are a very appealing target for criminals and vandals. They think that they can get away with stealing valuable tools and building materials without detection and then earn a quick buck. In order to deter theft and criminal activity, you need to understand the key security challenges at construction sites:
- Theft and Vandalism – Because many construction sites are open and easily accessible, criminals who are looking for a quick way to steal valuable materials and equipment will target them. Children and teens who are looking for trouble in the area will also make construction sites the target of their vandalism, from spray painting and graffiti to damaging equipment and breaking windows.
- Unauthorized Access – Without proper security, it’s easy for unauthorized persons to end up on construction sites. This can lead to theft, vandalism, fraud, assault, and other safety hazards.
- Valuable Tools and Equipment – Much of the equipment on construction sites can’t be easily locked up or protected. This makes it vulnerable to theft of the entire piece of equipment or valuable parts. Tools are especially vulnerable as they are easier to carry off the site quickly.
- Tempting Building Materials – Certain building materials are also very tempting to criminals. Copper pipes and wires, sheets of metal, lumber, and other items can be the target of criminals.
- Changing Schedule, Staff, and Visitors – The construction site environment also makes it very vulnerable to theft and criminal activity. Changing work schedules leaves time periods where no one on the site really knows who is who or what certain people are doing. The comings and goings of various staff and visitors also cause vulnerabilities. Without controlled access, a site may have so many people on it that it would be impossible to tell who is authorized to be there.
Our Construction Security Services
We offer a wide range of highly specialized security services designed for protecting construction sites. Call us now to set up a consultation and learn more about our construction security services:
- Access Control
- Armed and Unarmed Perimeter Security
- Surveillance and Alarm Monitoring and Response
- Uniformed Security Personnel
- 24/7 Patrol Monitoring and Response
- Site-Wide Safety Protocols
- Emergency Incident Response and De-Escalation
Implementing Vital Construction Site Security Procedures
In addition to establishing construction security, it’s very important that your crew and other staff who are coming and going from the site also understand the security procedures. Your security program is only as strong as its weakest link. We recommend working closely with your team to implement vital construction site security procedures like:
- Understanding how to report suspicious activity, employee theft or waste, unauthorized personnel, and other safety concerns
- Standardized protocols for threat and emergency response
- Proper storage of tools and equipment to prevent theft and damage
- Proper storage of building materials and supplies in locked sheds or specified areas
- Regular assessments of threat levels and recent activity
- Proper vetting process for non-team members on site, like visitors
What Makes VP Security Services Different?
VP Security Services, Inc. is one of the most trusted local construction security companies in the Bay Area. Our security officers are always uniformed, representing their lawful authority as professional protection at private properties. Each of our officers working in the construction industry is licensed by the Bureau of Security & Investigative Services (BSIS). Our team of security experts focuses our services on crime prevention and liability with additional training in deterring homeless activity, intrusion, and copper theft.