Aaron1124
Regular Member
Police work is needed to investigate crimes, find and apprehend suspects, among other purposes, and some security work seems vital - for example, if a body is needed to watch over a vacant area to ensure nothing is stolen while everyone is away, etc.
But do you feel that other "security" type of work gives other citizens that they don't need to take responsibility for their own safety and security? Or am I wrong in thinking this?
I use to work for a security contractor, and I was primarily posted at grocery stores for late shifts, to ensure the "safety" of the customers and employees. I'd always get complimented by random passer-by's, thanking me for being present, because it makes them feel better about their safety. While I appreciated it, I feel I may have been raised differently. I was always taught to be responsible for my own safety. If you're going to be feeling at potential risk by going grocery shopping at night, then why don't you carry protection, rather than hope that the on site security officer will be present to provide you with your safety?
If all of the store employees, and customers shopping were proactive, then there would be no need for security.
Does anyone else agree with this? Or am I alone?
But do you feel that other "security" type of work gives other citizens that they don't need to take responsibility for their own safety and security? Or am I wrong in thinking this?
I use to work for a security contractor, and I was primarily posted at grocery stores for late shifts, to ensure the "safety" of the customers and employees. I'd always get complimented by random passer-by's, thanking me for being present, because it makes them feel better about their safety. While I appreciated it, I feel I may have been raised differently. I was always taught to be responsible for my own safety. If you're going to be feeling at potential risk by going grocery shopping at night, then why don't you carry protection, rather than hope that the on site security officer will be present to provide you with your safety?
If all of the store employees, and customers shopping were proactive, then there would be no need for security.
Does anyone else agree with this? Or am I alone?