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Ohio Security & Investigations, based in Youngstown, Ohio, delivers unwavering security solutions, ensuring comprehensive protection for businesses and individuals throughout Mahoning, Trumbull, and Columbiana counties. Our dedicated security team operates around the clock, safeguarding your property, workforce, and clientele with precision and vigilance. We tailor our services to meet the specific security demands of each environment, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and reliability. Here are some of the specialized services we provide:
Ensure the highest level of security and protection with our highly trained unarmed security professionals. Our team delivers a strong, non-lethal presence, effectively deterring threats while fostering a safe and secure environment. Every security officer undergoes rigorous background screening and extensive professional training, ensuring unwavering vigilance, reliability, and professionalism at all times. Our security personnel possess expertise in conflict resolution, de-escalation techniques, advanced situational awareness, and detailed incident reporting, enabling them to address security concerns swiftly and effectively. Additionally, they hold certifications in first aid and CPR, ensuring prompt and capable emergency response in critical situations. With a proactive approach to security, our guards excel in managing access control, conducting thorough facility patrols, assisting visitors, and mitigating risks with precision and discretion. We provide tailored security solutions designed to meet the unique needs of each client, offering comprehensive protection across diverse industries and environments. By implementing robust security measures and leveraging best practices, we deliver exceptional service, ensuring a well-secured and professionally managed space for businesses, institutions, and communities alike.
Our trained armed security guards are specialists in securing high-risk environments and protecting critical assets with precision and professionalism. Every officer undergoes rigorous background checks and extensive training in firearms proficiency, defensive tactics, emergency response, and de-escalation techniques**, ensuring they are fully equipped to handle complex security challenges. Registered with the Private Investigator and Security Guard Services (PISGS), a division of Ohio Homeland Security, and certified by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (OPOTC), our security personnel meet the highest standards of expertise and reliability. Their presence instills confidence while maintaining a secure, controlled environment. We provide comprehensive armed security solutions tailored to a variety of settings, including corporate offices, construction sites, industrial facilities, and high-value residential properties. Our approach goes beyond simply deploying personnel—we conduct thorough risk assessments, develop customized security strategies, and provide ongoing support, ensuring continued effectiveness and adaptability. Recognizing that security needs vary, we work closely with each client to design solutions that meet specific operational requirements and budgetary considerations, delivering uncompromising protection and strategic security planning.
We provide comprehensive event security solutions, ensuring absolute safety and seamless execution for weddings, anniversaries, graduation parties, holiday celebrations, corporate gatherings, small concerts, and large-scale public festivals. Our strategic approach combines meticulous planning, in-depth risk assessments tailored to each event, and the deployment of trained security personnel to eliminate vulnerabilities and maintain control in any environment. Our guards are thoroughly vetted, professionally trained, and equipped with the latest security technology, allowing them to manage crowd dynamics, handle conflicts, administer first aid and emergency response, and swiftly neutralize threats. With extensive expertise in crowd control, de-escalation techniques, and emergency preparedness, they ensure a secure and organized event atmosphere. Understanding the distinct requirements of each event, we collaborate closely with our clients to develop customized security strategies that address specific concerns while maintaining a discreet yet effective security presence. We offer a full spectrum of security solutions, from understated uniformed personnel to visible armed patrols, ensuring tailored protection that aligns with every budget and event scale.
Our industrial security services provide comprehensive protection for factories, warehouses, and other industrial facilities, safeguarding against theft, vandalism, and evolving security threats. We go beyond traditional perimeter security, delivering strategic, multilayered defense solutions tailored to each client’s operational needs. We offer 24/7 monitoring, regular patrols, access control management, and in-depth risk assessments, ensuring all vulnerabilities are identified and mitigated before they become liabilities. Our team of rigorously vetted security professionals, trained in advanced security protocols and technologies, operates with precision and unwavering vigilance. Industrial environments present distinct security challenges, including large-scale site management, protection of high-value equipment, and safeguarding intellectual property. Our proactive and reactive security strategies are designed to minimize risk, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure the ongoing safety of personnel and assets. We provide flexible, customized security solutions that align with each client’s specific requirements and budget, delivering a cost-effective, dependable security framework that fortifies operations and maintains complete control over critical infrastructure.
Securing your construction site's assets and equipment is essential, especially as high value equipment thefts surge across Ohio. Criminals are actively targeting worksites, making strong proactive security more crucial than ever. Surveillance cameras, lighting and fences alone are not enough. They provide visibility but will not stop determined thieves. Criminals know that law enforcement response times can be slow, allowing them to strike quickly and efficiently despite these passive security measures. Without immediate intervention, assets remain at risk. Our security services provide unmatched protection against theft and vandalism, with guards ensuring round the clock site security. We offer strategic and customized solutions including thorough patrols, strict access control, advanced surveillance and continuous monitoring. Our expert security professionals understand the unique challenges construction sites face, overseeing deliveries, enforcing restricted access and responding swiftly to emergencies. Beyond crime prevention, we ensure seamless operations, integrating with your team to maintain a secure efficient work environment. We go beyond traditional security measures. Our guards are equipped with night vision and thermal technology, enabling them to detect threats in any lighting condition and identify unauthorized activity in real time. Additionally, we deploy drones for aerial surveillance, providing expanded visibility and ensuring no blind spots across your worksite. Routine security assessments and detailed reports keep you informed and enable proactive adjustments to maximize protection at every phase of your project. We provide flexible contract options to fit your budget and timeline. A dedicated security strategist will work with you to develop a tailored security plan that not only meets but exceeds your expectations. With thefts on the rise, passive security will not cut it. Strengthen your defenses today because your site deserves nothing less than the highest level of protection. Take action before criminals do.
We provide comprehensive security solutions for residential communities including gated neighborhoods and apartment complexes. Safety and protection are absolute priorities and our mission is to deliver proactive strategic security that ensures residents feel secure and at ease at all times. Our services include rigorous patrols and immediate emergency response designed to prevent security threats before they arise. We collaborate closely with homeowner associations and property managers to develop customized security strategies addressing vulnerabilities and reinforcing overall protection. Our security personnel actively monitor entrances and exits oversee visitor access and respond swiftly to any suspicious activity ensuring total control over the environment. Our experienced security professionals understand the unique challenges residential communities face from managing deliveries and visitor authentication to enforcing parking regulations and maintaining order within the neighborhood. By working seamlessly with property management teams we ensure safety measures are smoothly integrated into daily operations minimizing disruptions and maximizing efficiency. Security is not just about deterrence it is about creating a secure stable environment where residents can live peacefully without worry. Our dedicated team remains vigilant at all times providing continued surveillance and adapting to emerging security risks with precision and expertise. Through detailed incident reports regular security assessments and transparent communication we keep property managers and community leaders informed so they can make proactive decisions for enhanced protection. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond crime prevention. We prioritize safety efficiency and professionalism ensuring every resident benefits from a secure and well managed community. No compromises no weak points only top tier protection designed to give you confidence and peace of mind. When security matters most we deliver results that exceed expectations.
Our loss prevention officers are trained experts in safeguarding retail and commercial assets, enforcing strict security protocols to eliminate theft, minimize losses, and protect inventory with precision and efficiency. Theft is not tolerated, and our team operates with strategic awareness to prevent incidents before they occur, ensuring businesses maintain control over their merchandise and operations. Our officers employ advanced surveillance techniques, discreet observation, and controlled engagement with customers and employees, ensuring swift identification of suspicious behavior. They are adept at recognizing behavioral patterns that may indicate potential theft or fraud, allowing them to intervene effectively. Utilizing proven de-escalation methods, they neutralize security threats decisively and professionally, preventing escalation and maintaining order without disrupting the shopping or business environment. Beyond theft prevention, our officers maintain constant vigilance over the environment, identifying safety hazards such as unsecured entry points, fire risks, and overcrowded areas. They enforce security measures, report incidents without delay, and work seamlessly with management to maintain a structured and well-monitored workplace. Their presence establishes a secure, controlled atmosphere, ensuring staff and customers feel protected at all times, enhancing confidence in the safety of the establishment. We uphold unwavering professional standards, prioritizing continuous training and advancement to keep our officers at the forefront of modern security tactics and technology. This commitment ensures that they remain adaptable to evolving threats, employing the latest strategies, tools, and methodologies to strengthen security. No weak points, no oversights, just absolute protection and total control over your security, providing businesses with peace of mind and uninterrupted operations.
Do not let the fire marshal shut you down. If your alarm system or fire suppression system is down, immediate action is required to maintain compliance and prevent costly disruptions. Delays and unaddressed fire hazards can lead to forced shutdowns, devastating losses and irreversible damage. Our certified fire watch guards provide expert protection, ensuring continuous monitoring and rapid intervention in high risk environments such as factories, warehouses and commercial properties. They do not simply observe they actively identify and eliminate fire hazards before they escalate, securing your facility against threats that could cripple operations. Fire watch requires precision and swift decision making. Our guards are trained to recognize even the slightest signs of fire risk from temperature fluctuations and unusual odors to flickering lights and electrical irregularities. Their ability to act immediately, contacting emergency services and taking control until firefighters arrive, can mean the difference between a contained situation and catastrophic destruction. Beyond emergency response, our fire watch personnel conduct systematic patrols, enforce fire safety protocols and monitor high risk areas to ensure your facility meets all fire code requirements. They collaborate with facility managers to implement prevention strategies, address vulnerabilities and reinforce safety measures. Whether inspecting fire extinguisher placement, maintaining clear exits or managing flammable materials, our guards leave nothing to chance. To further enhance protection, we deploy advanced thermal cameras for early fire detection. These state of the art imaging systems allow for precise identification of overheating equipment, concealed ignition sources and abnormal heat patterns before they turn into fires. Our fire watch program is built on unwavering professionalism and expertise. Every guard undergoes rigorous training to stay ahead of evolving fire risks, emergency response strategies and the latest safety technologies. Their presence guarantees compliance, prevents shutdowns and keeps your operations running without interruption. Take control of your fire safety now. Fires spread fast and regulatory violations carry severe consequences but with our elite fire watch guards and cutting edge thermal imaging technology, your facility remains protected at all times. Secure your assets, safeguard your personnel and ensure your business stays operational no matter the circumstances.
Ohio Security & Investigations offers comprehensive, licensed security guard services across Ohio. Operating under the Ohio Department of Public Safety's Private Investigator Security Guard Services (PISGS) division (License #20212100425488), we are committed to exceptional service and unwavering adherence to the highest security standards. Our team's extensive experience and rigorous training ensure trustworthy and reliable protection.
Choose our agency for superior security services, backed by a team of dedicated professionals with extensive experience in law enforcement and fugitive recovery. Our personnel have undergone rigorous vetting to ensure they meet our uncompromising standards and uphold our core values of integrity, discipline, and excellence. Through a meticulous selection and training process, we deliver security solutions that are precise, reliable, and tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. No threat is too great, no challenge too complex. We are fully prepared to protect, defend, and secure what matters most to you. Whether safeguarding individuals, businesses, or high-profile assets, we remain vigilant and ready to take decisive action. When safety, reliability, and professionalism are non-negotiable, trust the agency that sets the standard. Custodes pro Deo et Patria—Guardians for God and Country. Choose us today and experience true peace of mind.
The safety and security of our clients is paramount. With the increasing challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in non urgent situations such as vandalism, theft, harassment, burglary, domestic violence and workplace violence, we stand as the first line of defense, ensuring immediate protection when it matters most. We demand excellence from our personnel. Every member of our security team is required to complete rigorous classroom training and specialized online courses through recognized organizations such as The McAfee Institute, IFPO, NITA, PISGS, FEMA, Ohio’s Human Trafficking Task Force, OBP, NSI, NNA and the American Red Cross. Our Tactical Security Officers operate at the highest level, undergoing intensive Executive Protection Training and mandatory monthly firearms training to sharpen their skills and remain ready for any threat. Their expertise ensures rapid response, precision in handling security incidents and unwavering control over critical situations. Our dedication to training and strategic preparedness sets us apart. You can trust that our highly skilled, disciplined and experienced team is fully committed to ensuring the safety and security of your business, employees and assets. No compromises. No hesitation. Just absolute protection.
If you ever find yourself experiencing any issues or even suspect that you are working with an unlicensed private security company, it is important not to panic and overthink! It can be very overwhelming and unsettling, but there are certain steps that you can take to protect yourself and others from any potential dangers that may arise. Keep in mind that these situations can be reported to the proper authorities who will take the necessary actions. The best way to report unlicensed security guards and providers involves following a few straightforward steps. First, click on the hyperlink provided below to access the PISGS complaint form. Once there, you will be asked to fill out the form both accurately and in detail, with any supporting evidence and information that may be necessary. By doing so, you are not only helping yourself but also contributing to the importance of ensuring the safety and integrity of the private security industry. PISGS Complaint Form: https://services.dps.ohio.gov
The state of Ohio, in its quest to ensure the utmost security and protect the lives of its residents, has put in place a legal requirement that all security guards and private investigators in the state be registered with their respective companies and further licensed through the Private Investigator Security Guard Services (PISGS) before commencing any security duties or investigations. This move is aimed at regulating and standardizing the activities of security guards and private investigators in Ohio, thereby guaranteeing that only individuals who meet the requisite qualifications and possess the necessary training undertake these critical duties. As such, any security guard or private investigator operating in Ohio has to comply with these requirements to provide an added assurance and peace of mind to the people they are hired to protect. So, if you’re looking to work as a security guard or private investigator in Ohio, ensure you are registered and licensed through the PISGS.
We offer top-notch security services at affordable rates with clear pricing policies. Our unarmed guards start at $27.50 per hour, armed guards at $32.50 per hour, and mobile patrol units at $37.50 per hour plus a mileage expense of 62.5 cents per mile. Our well-trained professionals are dedicated to providing you with a safe and secure environment. We take pride in delivering reliable services without any hidden costs and are committed to your satisfaction.
In our society, security is of the utmost importance. At our Ohio Security & Investigations, we pride ourselves on providing highly skilled and extensively trained security guards to ensure the protection and safety of both businesses and the public. Our security guards have a long list of detailed duties which are continuously carried out in order to minimize the chances of any criminal activity. Starting from guarding against violence, theft, vandalism, arson, and any other illegal activity that may pose a risk, our personnel can provide security services while being armed or unarmed. These professionals are watchful and attentive, performing various tasks such as standing close to entrances or exits to monitor behavior, watching out for suspicious people or activities, and regularly checking security surveillance and camera footage which are vital to crime response and other operations. Another significant aspect of our security services is access control. For instances in which there are sensitive areas that require extra protection, our security personnel can patrol these areas ensuring that only authorized personnel have access and that it's kept fully secure. Our security guards also maintain order and control of any given situation, regardless of size or activity. Furthermore, an essential aspect of any security service is log-keeping. Our security guards or teams are responsible for documenting their encounters, actions, and responses. It also includes conducting interviews, taking statements, or interrogating suspects or witnesses for incidents under investigation. Additionally, emergency response is an often overlooked, yet extremely valuable component of our security services. Our guards are trained to respond to a variety of emergency situations such as medical or natural disasters. They provide assistance and protection while calling for the proper assistance. In conclusion, the duties of our security guards are not only extensive but also exceed the expectations industry-wide. They are well trained and ready to provide the highest level of security services to protect and safeguard against any potential threats. To learn more, contact us now.
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fully aware professionals detailed reports with every action taken they truly go over an beyond for the tenants and our staff.
Hired to handle service in Ohio. Did what they said they would when they said they would. Communicated when there were difficulties locating the people to be served. I felt like they actually cared about doing a good job, not just doing a job. Would definitely use them again.
My fiancee and i have used Patrick at Ohio Security & Investigations multiple times ( for servance on custody and divorces both in OH and PA ) and will continue to do so. Fast, thorough, and reasonably priced.
The Sheriff failed to serve my defendant twice, but Ohio Security & Investigations got it done the first day after I hired them! I would definitely work with them again in the future.
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