Poor socio-economic conditions compounded by a substantial shortage of policemen has burdened South Africa with alarming crime rates. In response to this growing problem, the private security sector has filled a critical gap. We understand that approximately 2,36 million security personnel are registered in the country against a police force of some 193 000 members (Business tech 13 July 2019).
Opportunity and risk are generally coupled. And with the burgeoning security industry, existential liability challenges face the approximately 9000 security businesses that presently operate nationally. This flourishing industry has, however, grown with layers of rigorous responsibility. Failure to fulfil these responsibilities, either alleged or actual, introduce risk management imperatives.
So, whether you are involved in guarding, access control, despatch services, monitoring and response or any other security business you need the right solution, offered by the right broker, to protect your business and safeguard your livelihood.
Legal action may arise from a multitude of causes as determined by our courts and defence costs and judgments may be severe.
Some examples of triggers include :-
- Destruction of premises sparked by an unprotected fire for the warmth of a guard;
- In adequate grading of personnel resulting in losses through the deployment of unfit personnel
- Poor recruitment
- Inadequate training
- Theft by employees
- Use of excessive force on innocent persons as well as perpetrators
- Wrongful arrest
- Poor professional advice
- Failed security equipment
Your attitude to risk will be established, your risks uncovered, and the consequences of decisions taken will be clarified through consultative engagement. We shall match your exposure with a tailored insurance policy at an affordable cost to you.
And when things do go wrong – and they do, we aim to assume your problem through a series of actions and by means of proficient and commercially attuned behaviours.
In short
- Loss adjusters will be appointed
- We shall work with insurers empathetic of your position and reputation
- The nature of the claim will be fully investigated, together with experts and the cause and impact will be evaluated
- We shall ensure that fair resolution is always achieved;
- If appropriate we will offer recommendations to minimise risks identified through our collective experience
At all times your interests will be prioritised within the framework of all given circumstances
Styles & Co branch warren workouts to get ripped welcomes the opportunity to partner with you in sustaining your business. Our legal and extensive specialist insurance experience will be of benefit to you. Please enquire to learn how we can help you.
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