• Ensuring employees have identity verification and that unauthorized people cannot enter the workspace without guest passes or other credentials
• Monitoring video surveillance for any unusual activity in locations around the office
• Performing security procedures such as metal detectors or bag checks
• Educating staff on proper security procedures and requirements
• Performing routine inspections of specific areas
• Communicating with local enforcement about any incidents and ensuring local and federal security compliance
• Preventing criminal activity or detaining suspects who they find stealing, damaging property, or performing other crimes

To fulfill the necessary responsibilities, security guards might perform several specific duties. These might include:

• Greeting employees or customers
• Checking visitors in and out
• Securing assigned posts
• Patrolling stores or grounds on foot
• Patrolling in a vehicle
• Answering and making phone calls
• Reporting incidents