Differences between Private Investigators and Security Guards

The National Investigative Training Academy, Inc. (NITA) is committed to providing quality online education for those interested in beginning or continuing a career in the field of private investigations. One of the questions we’re often asked by prospective students is regarding the job responsibilities of a Private Investigator and the ways in which the role of a PI differs from that of a security guard.

Yes, indeed, a security guard differs from a Private Investigator in both the way they are licensed as well as the responsibilities of the job itself. Read on to learn how the two job descriptions differ:

Examples of Security Guard responsibilities:Perform scheduled and random checks of designated areas throughout a facility to check for security breachesUtilize the company’s guest policies to issue guest passes and make sure that each guest is accompanied by an employee before entering the facilityAssist the maintenance staff in securing an area during a maintenance emergencyCollaborate with other members of the corporate security team to ensure that the facility is safe at all timesMaintain a professional and effective relationship with the local police and fire departments

Examples of Private Investigator responsibilities:Investigate cases such as infidelity, insurance fraud, identity theft, custody disputes and many othersConduct surveillance for up to 6 hours at a time to observe the person or company in questionInvestigate any paperwork, emails, reports or other documents relevant to the caseResearch public records such as criminal records, telephone numbers, court orders etc.Perform undercover work when necessaryObtain the necessary legal paperwork for specific portions of the investigation

In both instances, the specific responsibilities pertaining to the job will differ based upon the role itself and the HR needs of the organization. Both careers are growing, and employment of private detectives and investigators is projected to grow 10 percent from 2016 to 2026, faster than the average for all occupations.

Demand for private detectives and investigators will stem from security concerns and from the need to protect confidential information. Strong competition can be expected for these jobs. Do you have a background in criminal justice and you’re ready to take the next steps? Learn more by enrolling today in NITA’s online licensing, continuing education and professional developmentcourses for PIs.

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Emergency Dial 112

*FOR 🇺🇸 USA RESIDENTS ONLY*

Please please read this and share on your 🇺🇸 group
EVERYBODY SHOULD READ THIS!!!!!!!!!

WARNING: Some knew about the red light on cars, but not Dialing 112.
An UNMARKED police car pulled up behind her and put his lights on. Lauren's parents have always told her to never pull over for an unmarked car on the side of the road, but rather to wait until they get to a gas station, etc.

Lauren had actually listened to her parents advice, and promptly called, 112 on her cell phone to tell the police dispatcher that she would not pull over right away. She proceeded to tell the dispatcher that there was an unmarked police car with a flashing red light on his rooftop behind her. The dispatcher checked to see if there were police cars where she was and there weren't, and he told her to keep driving, remain calm and that he had back up already on the way.

Ten minutes later 4 cop cars surrounded her and the unmarked car behind her. One policeman went to her side and the others surrounded the car behind. They pulled the guy from the car and tackled him to the ground. The man was a convicted rapist and wanted for other crimes.
I never knew about the 112 Cell Phone feature. I tried it on my AT&T phone & it said, "Dialing Emergency Number."
Especially for a woman alone in a car, you should not pull over for an unmarked car. Apparently police have to respect your right to keep going on to a safe place.

*Speaking to a service representative at Bell Mobility confirmed that 112 was a direct link to State trooper info. So, now it's your turn to let your friends know about "Dialing, 112"

You may want to send this to every Man, Woman & Youngster you know; it may well save a life.

This applies to ALL 50 states
PLEASE PASS ALONG TO FRIENDS AND FAMILY, IT CAN SAVE A LIFE...

Marcus Thurman
Thurman Security Service
mthurman7@gmail.com
407-484-9386

Man arrested for threatening church

Timothy Roy Hill has been arrested and charged with disrupting a meeting in progress, harassment, and assault. Hill went to Greenhaw Baptist Church and threatened the congregation saying that “he would get them all.” Local deputies searched his home and found several guns there and one of them was missing. Hill surrendered himself later that day. 

“Safe for the Holidays” is our theme for December. The entire month is in the “Holiday Season” from Thanksgiving Day to New Year’s Day. This is a special time for churches and synagogues. During this season, most churches are busy with many activities. All of these draw people from outside the congregation, even those who normally do not attend church. This presents special challenges for safety and security.

Marcus Thurman
Security Service
mthurman7@gmail.com