1ST Class Blog

Author: Jenna Bensason

Part-time marketing manager; full-time chocoholic.

Is it a concierge? Is it a security guard? No, it’s a ‘Super-Concierge’

Having a security-trained concierge is a service you never knew you needed. Until now.

Author: Jenna Bensason

Part-time marketing manager; full-time chocoholic.

What is Manned Guarding? An introduction to the most reliable security solution.

Not 100% sure what is meant by 'Manned Guarding'? Look no further.

Author: Jenna Bensason

Part-time marketing manager; full-time chocoholic.

Disruption to your apartment block? You are not the only one.

We look at how security companies can eliminate problems such as antisocial behaviour and rough sleeping in private blocks. And it's not as simple as you might think.

Author: Jenna Bensason

Part-time marketing manager; full-time chocoholic.

When it comes to hiring a security company: size matters

Small and medium-sized companies are leading the way in customer care and quality of service. Here is how.

Author: Jenna Bensason

Part-time marketing manager; full-time chocoholic.

Stop and Search: changing the law and changing attitudes

A recent report sheds light on why we need to take more of a zero tolerance approach when it comes to stop and search in London.

Author: Jenna Bensason

Part-time marketing manager; full-time chocoholic.

Back to School: Securing Schools, Colleges, Universities

Schools and colleges must have water-tight security to ensure the safety of young people. Here are some ways it can be achieved.

Author: Jenna Bensason

Part-time marketing manager; full-time chocoholic.

Why every security professional should train in Krav Maga

Industry expert, Gideon Hajioff, shares an insight into why Krav Maga is so important for the security industry.

Author: Jenna Bensason

Part-time marketing manager; full-time chocoholic.

Don't Forget your toothbrush... or your home!

There are many things you can do to protect your home whilst you are on holiday but have you thought of everything?

Author: Jenna Bensason

Part-time marketing manager; full-time chocoholic.

The Summer Festival: Keeping it fun and stress-free

Attending a music festival this summer? Make sure you've read our advice to ensure your experience is fun and stress-free.

Author: Jenna Bensason

Part-time marketing manager; full-time chocoholic.

Moped Crime: A Sign of the Times

Statistics show moped crime has become a worrying contemporary trend but how can you protect yourself?

Author: Jenna Bensason

Part-time marketing manager; full-time chocoholic.

How secure is your home?

Take a look at our 8 Top Tips for some practical advice on Securing yourself, your family and your assets.

Author: Jenna Bensason

Part-time marketing manager; full-time chocoholic.

Krav Maga: The self-defense method born in Bratislava

We look at the history of Krav Maga and its relevance today.

Author: Jenna Bensason

Part-time marketing manager; full-time chocoholic.

Knife Crime on the Rise

We consider the possible reasons for London's recent wave of knife crime and what can be done to stop it.

Author: Jenna Bensason

Part-time marketing manager; full-time chocoholic.

London: The Acid Attack Capital

There has been a worrying increase in recent years in the number of attacks by use of corrosive substances, with London being the city with the most attacks of this ...