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Utilizing Body-Worn Cameras: Benefits and Considerations
Amid the vast landscape of time, where the horizon of technological progression meets the dawn of human potential, a new tool has...

Sam Wilks
Nov 17, 20233 min read
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Legal Consequences: When Security Officers Cross the Line
The role of a security officer is akin to walking a tightrope, suspended between the realm of safety and the abyss of overreach. Every...

Sam Wilks
Nov 15, 20233 min read
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My Lessons from Major Security Breaches in the Past Decades
As we traverse history, every decade unfolds its own unique set of challenges and lessons. The past ten years have been particularly...

Sam Wilks
Nov 13, 20232 min read
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The Importance of Continued Training for Security Professionals
In the vastness of life, where threads of certainty intertwine with strands of unpredictability, there lies a select group of individuals...

Sam Wilks
Nov 10, 20233 min read
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Understanding the Rights of the Public: A Guide for Security Officers
In the labyrinth of modern society, security officers stand as guardians, navigating the fine line between ensuring safety and upholding...

Sam Wilks
Nov 8, 20233 min read
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Wearable Tech for Security: Innovations and Applications
As humanity grapples with the challenges of its own making, the realm of security has not remained untouched. We find ourselves at a...

Sam Wilks
Nov 6, 20233 min read
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Building Rapport: How Security Officers Can Work Effectively with Local Law Enforcement
In the delicate ballet of personal protection, where shadows merge with light and threats can loom in the most benign of corners, stands...

Sam Wilks
Nov 3, 20233 min read
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Learning from the Field: The Security Challenges at Major Sporting Events - THE NT AFL 2023
Major sporting events, resplendent with their grandeur and spectacle, stand as testaments to human spirit and achievement. But beneath...

Sam Wilks
Nov 1, 20233 min read
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The Interwoven Threads of Data Privacy and Modern Security
From the ancient citadels to the sprawling metropolises of today, the quest for security has always been a foundational narrative. This...

Sam Wilks
Oct 30, 20233 min read
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Proactive vs Reactive: The Importance of Anticipation in Security
In a world humming with unpredictability, there’s an art to seeing the storm before the first drop of rain touches the ground. I...

Sam Wilks
Oct 27, 20233 min read
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Analyzing the Security Success Story of the 2023 Darwin Cup Carnival
In the vast theater of life, events unfold, stories are told, and lessons are learned. Among the many tales of 2023, the Darwin Cup...

Sam Wilks
Oct 25, 20233 min read
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Mobile Security Apps and Their Potential in Real-time Threat Assessment
In our shared human odyssey, wherein our very existence has been punctuated with challenges, threats, and the consequent need for...

Sam Wilks
Oct 23, 20233 min read
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Understanding How Sensationalism in the Mainstream Media Affects Security Personnel in the Workplace
In the theater of modern society, where narratives unfold and are magnified, there stands a player often overlooked: the security...

Sam Wilks
Oct 22, 20234 min read
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Automated Threat Detection Systems: The Dawn of a New Age or a Mirage?
When venturing into the intricacies of human history, one encounters a continuum of tools and techniques developed to ensure our safety....

Sam Wilks
Oct 21, 20233 min read
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Essential Daily Routines for a Professional Security Officer
It's a brisk morning, and the sun is just cresting the horizon, illuminating the world in its soft golden hues. Every day starts with a...

Sam Wilks
Oct 20, 20233 min read
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The importance of CCTV in the NT
Security cameras have become an increasingly common sight in cities and towns across Australia. They are used in a variety of settings,...

Sam Wilks
Jul 21, 20233 min read
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Using Appropriate security software for threat detection
In today's digital age, cybersecurity is a critical concern for individuals and organizations alike. With the rise of cyber threats, it...

Sam Wilks
Jul 14, 20234 min read
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The importance of security awareness training
As the hospitality industry in Australia continues to grow, pubs, clubs, and nightclubs have become popular entertainment destinations...

Sam Wilks
Jul 7, 20233 min read
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Why do we require Physical security?
Physical security is an essential aspect of workplace safety that is often overlooked. It is the practice of protecting a physical...

Sam Wilks
Jun 30, 20233 min read
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The importance of securing sensitive and confidential information.
As a security officer in Australia, one of your primary responsibilities is to protect sensitive and confidential information. This...

Sam Wilks
Jun 23, 20233 min read
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