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Tale of the two security industries

On the 9th of October 09, I spoke at the SIA Small Business Forum in London. At the start of my presentation, I projected the image of a door supervisor, Mohamed Kaleem Rafek. Mohammed was brutally murdered in Manchester in March of this year. I asked my audience if anyone had heard about this high profile murder investigation, to my utmost shock and dismay not a single soul in the audience had heard about Mohammed’s untimely demise.

Bearing in mind that my audience was made up of security managers, senior executives of the SIA and many of the trade organisations that purport to represent our security industry. It dawned upon me that ‘not all security professionals are created equal’. The underclass is made up of the hardworking men and women like myself who have to work nightshifts in the rain and sub zero temperature whilst the ‘elite’ members, so far removed from the everyday frontline issues, milk us like dairy cows whilst still demonstrating the utmost contempt for our wellbeing.

In the November 09 issue of the Professional Security Magazine, many commentators were incensed at my willingness to hold the SIA accountable. A number of subscribers even made  strides to emphasise how improved the security industry has become since the introduction of the 2001 Security Industry Act. May I first express my sincere gratitude to all those who read my articles and took the time to comment. Whether those views were supportive of my position or not, I do respect your point of view as a fellow professional

To those who disagree I offer the following. There is no doubt that the regulation process has indeed made an enormous difference to the security industry. The public perception of the security industry has been changed for the better.  This in itself must be seen as a positive step. But I am still searching for answers to the questions posed in my articles: Who has benefited from the regulation? What is the meaning of the word ‘professionalism’ or phrase ‘Best practices?’ What will a professionalised security industry look like in ten or twenty year’s time?

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Romeo Richards is the CEO of Retail Profit Protection Experts a division of Richards International Group (RIG). Romeo is a co-author of the bestselling retail loss prevention book: 84%: The most effective strategy for retail profit protection. For more articles, whitepaper, best practices guide and ebooks written by Mr. Romeo Richards please visit: http//www.theprofitexperts.co.uk.

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COLUMBUS, Ohio – Everywhere Rick Nash goes, the Columbus Blue Jackets all-star forward bumps into exuberant fans who can’t wait to talk about the club’s new look.

“There’s a buzz around town. There’s a buzz around the dressing room,” the team captain said during a workout after a preseason game. “We made some huge pickups in the offseason and it’s definitely been a positive summer.”

Even though Nash is only 27, he is entering his ninth year of scoring goals and carrying the load in Columbus. He’s enthused and upbeat about what he sees.

Yes, he said, this is the most talented Blue Jackets team he’s ever been on.

“On paper, for sure,” he said. After a slight hesitation, he added, “But that doesn’t mean much until we do it.”

Hopes have risen and fallen in the franchise’s 10 previous seasons marked by just one, quick trip to the playoffs that lasted the minimum four

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Every Friday, we post a “What We’re Watching” blog as we look ahead to the weekend. We encourage you to share it with your friends and family, and have a safe weekend.

Severe Weather Outlook
As we go into the weekend, severe drought conditions are expected to continue into next week in New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma and parts of Louisiana and Arkansas. In other parts of the U.S., especially along the east coast, rain is expected throughout the weekend and into the beginning of next week. Many of these areas are already saturated from substantial rainfall this summer, so those along the eastern seaboard should closely monitor conditions in their area and listen to the direction of local officials.

To learn about the disaster risks in your area and learn how to get prepared, visit Ready.gov today.

Recovery Efforts In Full Swing



Magnolia, TX, September 22, 2011 — A FEMA Housing Inspector talks with a home owner whose home was destroyed when a wildfire raced through her community. FEMA is working with local, state and other federal and volunteer agencies to provide assistance to residents affected by fires.

In many areas around the county, emergency managers, voluntary and faith-based organizations, the private sector, and concerned citizens are helping their communities recover from recent disasters. As part of that team, we’re actively supporting our federal, state and local partners in providing assistance to the affected individuals and communities.

Below are a few news stories highlighting our efforts in the past week:

Opening disaster recovery centers

FEMA opens fire recovery center in Leander
Austin-American Statesman (Texas)

FEMA disaster recovery center opens
Daily Item (Sunbury, Penn.)

400 seek assistance at disaster recovery center in Bradford county
The Daily Review (Towanda, Penn.)

Recovery Center Opens in Ludlow
Rutland Herald (Ludlow, Vt.)

FEMA disaster recovery center opens in Manning Township
NJ.com (New Jersey)

FEMA opens disaster recovery centers in Broome, Tioga
Stargazette.com – New York

Continuing to reach out to disaster survivors through community relations teams

FEMA teams determine where storm-relief needs are
Poughkeepsie Journal (New York)

Officials: Register with FEMA
Yankton Daily Press & Dakotan (South Dakota)

Encouraging Emergency Preparedness in Alabama
As we enter the last week of National Preparedness Month, we wanted to share a video of outreach being done in Alabama to encourage emergency preparedness. Throughout the month, federal, state, and local partners are hosting “Be Ready Alabama” events in communities across the state, providing information on getting prepared before a disaster strikes.

There’s still time to host a National Preparedness Month event in your workplace, neighborhood or town. Visit community.fema.gov today and sign up to become a National Preparedness Month coalition member – you’ll have access to resources for promoting emergency preparedness and a shared calendar to learn more about preparedness events happening in your community.

And even though September is recognized as National Preparedness Month, it’s not the only month when you can share the importance of getting prepared before a disaster strikes. Visit Ready.gov today to learn how you can get your family and property prepared, and share it with a family member or friend.

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Tropical Storm Ophelia, the fifteenth named storm of the 2011 Atlantic hurricane season, is currently located approximately 740 miles (1,190 kilometers) east-southeast of the Leeward Islands,…



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ACAPULCO, Mexico—Hurricane Hilary moved away from Mexico’s southwestern coast in the Pacific as a powerful Category 4 storm Friday, and search teams recovered the bodies of three fishermen caught in the storm.

In the Atlantic, Tropical Storm Ophelia had winds near 50 mph (85 kph) and was not a threat to land.

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