Guides
Security guides
Practical, plain-language guides for estates, businesses and homes in South Africa. Useful whoever guards your property.
For businesses, estates and managers
Security guard grades A to E explainedWhat PSiRA grades E to A mean, how grade links to training, and what to ask a provider so the officer on your site is trained and registered.4 min readWhat a security guard does on siteThe daily work of a security guard in South Africa, from access control to patrols and reporting, and what you should expect from one on your site.3 min readEstate security: how criminals target estates and what worksHow criminals study residential estates, the weak points they look for, and the layered measures that work, from gate procedure to patrols and resident habits.3 min readRetail security: protecting a shop, mall unit or centrePractical retail security for South African shops: where theft happens, what guards and staff should do, how layout helps, and questions to ask a provider.3 min readWarehouse and industrial securityHow to secure a warehouse or industrial site: perimeter, gate and loading control, patrols, cameras, and how to brief and supervise guards on a large property.3 min readStudent accommodation securitySecurity for student residences and digs: access control, visitors, night patrols, shared spaces and the habits that keep young tenants safe.2 min readSecurity guards for car dealershipsHow to protect a car dealership: stock control, key control, test drives, night guarding and what to put in the contract with a security provider.2 min readSecurity risk assessments: what they coverWhat a security risk assessment is, what it covers, how it is done and how to use the results to decide guards, hardware and procedures for your site.3 min readAccess control, alarms and body cameras: what each doesA plain comparison of access control systems, alarms and body-worn cameras: what each is for, where each falls short, and how they work with guards.3 min readProtecting your business from theft and burglaryPractical steps to cut theft and burglary at a South African business: locks, lighting, key and cash control, staff vetting and what to do after an incident.2 min readHow to choose a security company in Cape TownA checklist for choosing a guarding company in Cape Town: PSiRA registration for the firm and officers, COID and UIF, supervision, reporting, contract terms.3 min read
For homes and families
How to protect your home from house robberyPractical, low-cost steps to make your home a harder target: layers of security, good habits, what to do if someone gets in, and how to check your own risks.4 min readStaying secure during power cuts and load sheddingHow to keep gates, alarms, electric fencing and lighting working when the power goes off, plus simple routines that reduce risk during outages.4 min readRemote car jamming: what it is and how to stop itHow remote jamming leaves a car unlocked after you press the key fob, how to spot it, and simple habits that protect your vehicle and belongings.3 min readPersonal safety basics in South African citiesCalm, practical habits for staying safe on foot, in cars and on public transport in South African cities, plus what to do if you are approached or robbed.3 min readTravel and device safety: protect your phone and laptopHow to protect your phone, laptop and data when you travel or work in public: locks, backups, public Wi-Fi, and what to do if a device is lost or stolen.3 min readChild safety: practical tips for parentsCalm, practical child safety advice for South African parents: at home, on the way to school, online and with strangers, and how to talk to children.4 min readCybersecurity basics for homes and small businessesSimple, low-cost steps to protect your accounts, devices and money from scams and hackers, written for South African households and small businesses.3 min read