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How Many Security Guards Does Your Site Really Need?

The right guard count depends on access points, operating hours, patrol coverage, risk levels and available technology—not site size alone.

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Security guard force planning and site posts

Why site size alone is not enough#

Guard force planning should consider fixed posts, operating hours, patrol routes, visitor and vehicle volume, risk levels and supporting technologies.

Key inputs#

  • Number of mandatory fixed posts
  • Shift coverage and relief requirements
  • Patrol distance and frequency
  • Traffic volume
  • Site-specific risk
  • CCTV and access control capability

Conclusion#

The right headcount should be derived from a risk-based post plan, not a simple area-per-guard formula.

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