George Kozhar, Author at International Security Services, Inc.

For Child Custody Investigations, You Need Investigators You Can Trust

George Kozhar October 4, 2019 2:43 am

There are few things more agonizing than a child custody case. Unfortunately, there are many such cases throughout New York City and around the United States each and every year. Anyone who has ever been through one of these custody disputes understands just how tough they can be, and how difficult allegations often get tossed around as each side tries to prove its case. At times like that, it’s important to have a private investigator you trust to help gather the evidence you need to maintain custody of your child and secure his or her best interests.

Construction worker helping injured colleague

Protecting Your Company from Fraudulent Personal Injury Claims

George Kozhar September 30, 2019 5:36 am

No matter how hard you try to make your company a place free from on-site injuries, accidents can still happen at any time. That’s just part of life, and companies carry insurance to protect themselves against those risks. Unfortunately, however, there are people who seek to exploit vulnerabilities in the insurance system through fraudulent personal injury claims. You may even have an employee tempted to defraud you by making false workman’s compensation claims. The good news is that a competent private investigations firm can help you mitigate those risks and protect your interests.

Fire and Life Safety Director operating a fire alarm system

Fire and Life Safety Directors and Their Role in Protecting Life and Property

George Kozhar September 30, 2019 4:58 am

In a city as large as New York City, there are few more pressing needs than the protection of life and property. To provide that protection, the city maintains a robust police presence, fire department, and other emergency response services. Unfortunately, however, those committed guardians of life and property are unable to be everywhere at once. Private sector personnel thus play an invaluable role in protecting the City that Never Sleeps. That’s why New York City relies on dedicated Fire and Life Safety Directors to help protect buildings and their occupants from fire and various other threats.

Do All Security Guards Need Firearm Training?

George Kozhar September 26, 2019 5:10 am

When you’re considering a career in the security guard industry, it’s important to consider all your options. After all, there are many different kinds of security guard jobs and they don’t all require the same level of training. Different types of security needs require different types of solutions. Consider firearms, for example. Some might assume that all guards are qualified to carry firearms as they go about the business of protecting lives and property. But is that assumption accurate?

Instructor in a security guard training class

Five Things You Need to Know About Security Guard Training

George Kozhar September 22, 2019 12:21 pm

New York City’s security guard industry is hotter than ever, with rising demand for competent professionals to protect life, property, and assets. Of course, that demand can only be met with effective training to ensure that armed and unarmed security guards have the knowledge and skills needed to provide those essential services. If you’re considering a career as a New York City security guard, you’ve probably wondered exactly what those training courses will teach you. To help answer that question, here are five things you need to know about security guard training.

Dispelling Six Common Myths About Security Guards

George Kozhar September 21, 2019 2:05 am

While the security guard industry in New York City is larger than ever before, many of the city’s residents often have misconceptions about the profession. To some, security guards often go unnoticed. Others take note, but often have little understanding about the nature of the job. Many of the most common myths are so pervasive that some would-be security guards often enter the field with uncertain expectations. Whether you’re a resident of the City that Never Sleeps or someone interested in pursuing a career as a security guard, it’s important to dispel these myths to better understand the important role security guards play in our daily lives. Here are six common myths about security guards, and why they’re wrong.

Four Things You Need to Do When Hiring a Private Investigator

George Kozhar September 11, 2019 12:49 am

Whether you’re the owner of a company or just a private individual, there may be times when you have questions that can only be answered with a competent investigation. At such times, your best option is always to rely upon true professionals who have the experience and skills you need to get the answers you deserve. However, there are things you need to do when you hire an investigator, to ensure that you get the best possible results. These four steps can help you get the right investigator for your unique investigative needs.

A security guard using a metal detector with customer

Qualities Every Security Guard Needs for Great Interactions with the Public

George Kozhar September 6, 2019 10:34 am

When most people think of security guards, they think only of the protection they provide for people and property. Few of those people ever give much thought to the guard’s important role in dealing with the public. The reality is that private security guards are often the first face many people see when they enter or leave a protected building or area. In many cases, customers, visitors, and employees end up interacting with these security guards on a regular basis. For the security guard, that level of interaction with the public requires certain attributes. Here are just a few of the many important qualities that security guards need to ensure that those interactions with the publica are always as positive as possible.

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Get the Help You Need to Obtain Your NYC Pistol Permit

George Kozhar September 6, 2019 9:02 am

New York City’s gun laws are generally considered to be some of the most restrictive in the country. In fact, many residents of the city probably assume that most people won’t qualify for a handgun license. The reality, however, is just the opposite: most New York City residents can obtain a pistol permit if they successfully complete the licensing process. Yes, you read that right: you don’t have to be a security guard, law enforcement officer, or a friend of some connected political figure to qualify for a license. Still, you do need to complete a rigorous licensing process, and that can take time and effort that most people simply aren’t willing to invest. The good news is that a competent security firm can provide you the help you need to obtain your NYC pistol permit.

Business security staff working at a busy cafe

Seven Key Steps to Protect Your Business

George Kozhar September 1, 2019 10:09 am

If you own a business in New York City, then you already understand just how much you have invested in that enterprise. But do you fully understand the risks that your business faces each and every day? If you’re like many entrepreneurs, chances are that you spend so much time focused on the competitive, profit-making side of the business, that there’s little time left to worry about protecting that business investment. The bad news is that you can’t afford to neglect sound business protection strategies. However, there’s good news too: these seven tips can help you protect your company and interests.