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CHOGON SAFETY TIPS
9 Ways to Keep a Home Safe from Criminals
Whether you are a homeowner or a renter, it is always a good idea to practice home safety tips. Recent study shows that a lot of crimes are being committed in people's residences- burglaries, armed robberies, and home invasions to name a few. Here are various ways to keep your home safe

Home Safety Tips # 1: Security Alarm System:
Consider investing in an alarm system for your home. You can contact Chogon Guards and Safety Services for advice on how to get that. Make sure that the alarm system has a panic button feature that you can easily use.
Home Safety Tips # 2: Deadbolts:
Your home should have deadbolts with full one-each bolts on all entry doors. These should be installed in addition to existing locksets. For doors with glass panels within three feet of the lock, it should have a double-cylinder deadbolt requiring a key on both sides; this way a burglar cannot simply break the glass and reach through to unlock the door. If your door has conventional glass panels, consider replacing them with shatterproof glass or polycarbonate material.
Home Safety Tips # 3: Re-Key Locks:
If you have just moved to a new house or apartment, have all the locks re-keyed immediately. Better yet accomplish this before you move in.
Home Safety Tips # 4: Limit Number of Keys:
Limit the keys only to members of the family that live with you. If you must share a key with a relative, especially when you are going on vacation and you need a house sitter- make sure that the person is trustworthy. Make sure that they return your key right away. If you have a hired help, for example a babysitter or a cleaning lady, and you ended up firing that person for whatever reason; make sure to change the locks immediately, even if you get your keys back.
Home Safety Tips # 5: Designate a Safe Room and an Escape Route:
Install a deadbolt lock on the door of your home office or den, so that it becomes your "safe or panic" room that you can lock yourself into if you are threatened. Plan an escape route from the upper floor by adding a rope ladder in a room upstairs.
Home Safety Tips # 6: Lighting:
Make sure that your main entrances, porches, driveways, and front walkways are well-lit. Turn on interior lights when you are away in the evenings.
Home Safety Tips # 7: Where's the Key?
Don't hide your house keys under doormats, inside your mailbox, or planters. These are obvious places that criminals would look for keys. Also, never put a name in your address and name on your key chain, it would be easy for criminals to find where you live and have access to your home and car.
Home Safety Tips # 8: Garage Doors:
Keep your garage doors closed and lock them at night. Make sure your garage windows are all closed and locked; it is hard to hear someone in your garage door because you may be inside watching TV not noticing the criminal activities happening inside your garage. Also, garages have ladders and other tools that can help criminals gain access to the main part of your home; so keeping your garage secured at all times will not entice the criminals to target your home.
Home Safety Tips # 9: Have Your Home Analysed for Security:
For a detailed security analysis of your home, contact a bonded professional like Chogon Guards and Safety Ltd. Finally, you can ask for help or advice from your local police department; call them immediately of you see, hear, or have a good reason to suspect that a crime is being committed.
FOR CONTACT DETAILS:
10, DIYA STREET, GBAGADA, LAGOS-NIGERIA
+2348072292381
info@chogonguards.com
www.chogonguards.com

It is easy to get into the rut of the day-to-day grind, and sometimes, we forget that even though we have been doing a job forever, there may be a better way to perform our function. In the facilities maintenance world, part of that function includes preventative maintenance. This handy blog post features seven preventative maintenance tips that can benefit even the most hardened of veterans.
There are many benefits to properly maintaining your equipment and facility, and that’s even more true when we look at proper preventative maintenance. The goal is simple: Take care of your machinery before an issue arises to extend the life of the equipment, make it run more efficiently, prevent failure, and, at the end of the day, cut costs. Pretty basic, right?
Well, I am about to make it even easier. Remember those preventative maintenance tips I spoke so highly of above? Here they are, in no particular order:
Set a Plan and Stick to It
Preventative maintenance is all about planning, plain and simple. Every piece of equipment or machinery at your disposal or under your care should have a schedule of what type of maintenance it requires and when it requires that check-up.
If you don’t have this in place, I recommend you start here. If you don’t have a schedule, after all, how will you stick to it and ensure that the work gets done?
Settings a schedule not only ensures that your equipment stays in tip-top shape for the duration of its projected lifespan, but it also helps you plan for staffing needs and stay within budget. Once you have the plan ready, never deviate from it.
Keep It Simple, Stupid
Perhaps nowhere is the KISS acronym more appropriate than in the maintenance management arena. Keeping it simple is essential to running a smooth maintenance operation.
One way to help keep your ship running right is to use checklists. Take the time to create checklist templates for similar pieces of equipment so your technicians can mark off steps as they work through the procedures. This not only makes sure no steps are missed, but it is great for documentation and compliance issues as well, especially in facilities with strict regulatory guidelines.
Create a Paper Trail
In addition to having checklists, it is equally important to have properly documented work orders and preventative maintenance reports as well. If there is a mishap in your facility, equipment breaks down before it should, or you have a failure that leads to extended down time, you will want to know why, and without proper documentation, that may prove to be a difficult task.
Documentation can also come in handy in situations such as work-related injuries and in the event that your company faces a fine for non-compliance issues.
Remember, it isn’t about playing the blame game – it’s about tracking the problem to ensure it does not happen again.
I Have My Eye On You
For the most part, a piece of machinery or area of your facility only has a finite number of things that can go wrong with it. Most of that we can plan for, but not all of it. Because of this, a visual inspection of building grounds and equipment (preferably on a schedule) is key to your preventative maintenance plan. Take the time to check your machinery and facility thoroughly. Look for warning signs such as chipped paint, water leaks, creaky doors, and so forth. Spending the time to catch small problems before they become large will more than pay off in the end.
Assess Your Assets
Another important step to a great preventative maintenance plan is creating an asset list. Draw up a list containing every piece of equipment under your care, and then make notes about each of them. For instance, if your facility has a water heater, how old is it? What is the product life expectancy? How long is the warranty? Who do you call if the equipment breaks? Where do you find spare parts? What condition is it currently in?
If you don’t have an inventory list, you can’t tell what is missing and you can’t stick to your maintenance schedule.
Crack the Whip
Handing out work orders willy-nilly does not always cut it. Having technicians assigned to specific tasks and holding them accountable for said tasks is another smart way to keep on task. Don’t just randomly have a stack of work orders for employees to handle – give each person a specific job. This helps avoid the confusion of “Oh, I thought he was doing it” situations.
Take Advantage of Technology
The best tip I can give you is this: Get yourself a computerized maintenance management system. It is the number one thing you can do to help ensure that your maintenance plan stays on course. Without one, you may as well be a ship without a compass.

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10, DIYA STREET, GBAGADA, LAGOS-NIGERIA
+2348072292381
info@chogonfacilities.com
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FUMIGATIONS AND PEST CONTROL TIPS
We are expertise in the following Services:
• Termite Proofing Treatment
• Bedbugs Treatment
• Rodent Control (For Rats)
• General Fumigation for all insects
• Industrial Fumigation Services
Our Fumigation and Pest Control Services unit has highly experienced and professional staff and our motto is to leave your Bungalows/Villas, Apartments, Industries, Offices etc. Smartly Clean.
If you have any problem of “Termites, Cockroaches, Bedbugs, Rats, etc. then please do not hesitate to contact us.
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We are specialized in Rodent Control Services for Industries.
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Home Pest Control Services
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Pest Control
Clean your Home or Offices from Rats, Termites, Bedbugs, Cockroaches, etc.
Additional Services
We provide additional services, power washing and deck cleaning. We provide customized pest programs to fit your needs.

Birds
certain species of birds have become recognized public health threats because they harbour disease organisms that can be transmitted to humans. Bird droppings are an added problem, signing unsanitary conditions and eating away at building finishes. Domestic Pest Control customizes a bird control program that uses habitat modification to make your facility unattractive to birds.

Flies
Flies are among the filthiest insects around, carrying more than 100 known pathogens including: salmonella, staphylococcus, E. coli and shigella. We help prevent flies as part of our comprehensive fly control program.

Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes cause various diseases such as malaria, dengue, etc. In damp conditions breeding takes place. Many people avoid going to places where mosquitoes are rampant.
We can make People go everywhere by keeping the mosquitoes abate
Ants
Ants represent a major problem for businesses because they are attracted to a variety of food sources ranging from sugars to fats to proteins. They contaminate your products and their bites can be dangerous. We prevent ants in their tracks by implementing a variety of measures, such as sealing cracks and crevices in building.
Rodents
Rodents thrive on unsanitary conditions. They cause damage to food industry. Rats are associated 20 fatal diseases. We recommend the best solution to prevent rodents. We offer the best services and try our level best to solve your worries regarding rodents.

Stored-Product Pests
Stored-product pests such as grain weevils, Indian meal moths or saw-toothed and merchant grain weevils grow on grain, bran, rice and flour. Apart from causing damage, they contaminate the food products. We at CHOGON FUMIGATION AND PEST CONTROL help to recognize and prevent stored product pests.
We at CHOGON FUMIGATION AND PEST CONTROL Unit offer outstanding quality pest control services for residences, gardens and commercial places. With the support of well skilled team of professionals associated with us, we proffer natural pest control services. The pest control service provided by our company is widely used for purifying the environment by identifying different types of pests and insects. With a committed team of trained service personnel, we are competent to handle any volume of pest management assignments and execute the same successfully
OUR SERVICES FOR FUMIGATION:
Eradication of Bedbugs
Eradication of Cockroaches
Eradication of Mosquitoes
Eradication of Ticks
Eradication of Spiders
Eradication of House Flies
Eradication of Termites
Eradication of Scorpion
Eradication of Snakes
Eradication of Mouse and Rats
Eradication of Bats

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+2348072292381
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CHOGON Cleaning and Janitorial Services are unique due to our depth understanding of costumer’ individual needs and vast experience upon which we have built best practices. Our intense housekeeping service training programs, superior site management, and the respect we show towards our costumer and employees create an environment in which we consistently exceed the janitorial service needs and goals of our client supported by the constant innovation that defines all aspects CHOGON quality.
Our Housekeeping Services put client first with advances green clean program. CHOGON Facilities has the staffing expertise and understanding required to meet all your Housekeeping Service needs in a demanding high traffic environment. You can have confidence that day in and day out. CHOGON Facilities’ best practices will please your customers while making your business shine.
Our Executive Housekeeping division consists of following services:
• General Cleaning
• Post Construction Cleaning
• High pressure Cleaning of Outside areas
• Cleaning Glass Walls and Curtains
• Restroom cleaning
• Spring cleaning
• Stream cleaning Operations
• Hot water injection extraction
• Foam generator for carpet & sofa shampooing
• Vacuum cleaning
• Floor tiles and Ceramic restoration
• Marble, Granite and Terrazzo Restoration

NOTE: The material and machines used by us is standardized and environment friendly
CHOGON Housekeeping Services is unique due to our adept understanding of costumer’ individual needs and vast experience upon which we have built best practices. Our intense housekeeping service training programs, superior site management, and the respect we show towards our costumer and employees create an environment in which we consistently exceed the janitorial service needs and goals of our client supported by the constant innovation that defines all aspects CHOGON quality. Our Housekeeping Services put client first with advances green clean program. CHOGON Facilities has the staffing expertise and understanding required to meet all your Housekeeping Service needs in a demanding high traffic environment.
JANITORIAL AND UPHOLSTERY SOLUTION
Floor maintenance is an expertise area at CHOGON Facilities. Our Floor technicians expertly trained to properly and professionally maintain any surface, including hardwood, ceramic, marble epoxy, Concrete and more. CHOGON Facilities offer the full scope of the floor service to its customers. These services include:
• Hardwood Maintenance and Polishing: CHOGON professionals are expertly trained to repair and maintain all hardwood floor surfaces. Our expert’s extensive knowledge of factor that effect and contribute to the changing moisture content of wood flooring before, during, and after installation enables us to offer the best services. This knowledge, couple with extensive training proper techniques of sending, screening, cleaning and restoration that has contributed to CHOGON Facilities’ position
• Carpet / Rug & Upholstery: Carpet repairing and cleaning are areas of service where CHOGON Facilities has the experience and expertise to provide unsurpassed quality. Whether repairing a “tripping hazard,” re carpeting fitting rooms or sales floors providing ongoing changing professionals follow specific, detailed service procedures that keep your carpet in optimum condition
• Ceramic: CHOGON Facilities’ staffs are trained to properly repair, install, and clean ceramic floors. Knowing the right chemicals and equipment we restore and maintain ceramic tile on floor and walls.
Marble and Stone: Whether cleaning, polishing, or grinding CHOGON Facilities professionals are completely prepared to keep marble stone in pristine condition. Our staffs have the experience knowledge to ensure proper techniques are followed to allow for maximum quality that stone the marble floors provide

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10, DIYA STREET, GBAGADA, LAGOS-NIGERIA
+2348072292381
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VIDEO SURVEILLANCE

Security Technology & Design / Security as IP surveillance is quickly becoming the most flexible and future-proof option for security and surveillance installations, It is important for users to understand common pitfalls, customization options and the advantages of a fully digital system. Starting with the first step in February and continuing through November - and published jointly via Security and in Security Technology & Design magazine we will examine 10 steps that security professionals can take in order to implement a successful IP Surveillance system. These include:

Step 1: Choosing a network camera it is important to select cameras that meet the needs of your organization and installation. This includes cameras that can be pan/tilt/zoom, vandal-proof, weather-resistant, or fixed-dome products. Each type of camera can be blended into an IP-Surveillance system to create a total package that solves your security needs. Also, we have to consider that not all network cameras are created equal. Some low-cost network cameras may look appealing at first, but security professionals need to understand how the components of a network camera affect the camera’s performance and durability.

Step 2: Compression All digital video surveillance systems use some type of compression for the digital video. Without effective compression, our networks would grind to a halt due to the size of the video files. Selecting the right compression is vital, and includes choices between proprietary or industry standard modes such as Motion JPEG or MPEG-4. Compression can also determine whether
video is admissible in court cases, an important consideration for security and surveillance installations.
Step 3: Video Management These days, video systems can evaluate situations and take the appropriate action, rather than just passively recording video. Video management tools are dependent on the application and many factors have to be considered. We’ll look at considerations of available bandwidth, storage capabilities, scalability, frame-rate control and integration capabilities.

Step 4: Storage The ability to use open storage solutions
is one of the main benefits with IP surveillance. Considerations when determining storage requirements include frame rate, the amount of time the video needs to be stored, the required redundancy, and which type of storage that fits best, e.g. a
storage area network, or network attached storage.

Step 5: Incorporating Analog Cameras
So you have analog cameras? These also can be integrated into a network video system using video servers. The analog camera is simply connected to a video server, which digitizes, compresses and transmits video over the network. Many times, this is useful in reducing installation costs because older equipment can continue to be used. However, there are instances in which it is not sufficient to simply convert an analog camera video stream into digital due to limitations in video quality.

Step 6: Wireless Networking Sometimes wireless solutions are the best and most cost-effective option for security and surveillance installations. For example it could be useful in historic buildings, where the installation of cables would damage the interior, or within facilities where there is a need to move cameras to new locations on a regular basis. The technology can also be used to bridge sites without expensive ground cabling.

Step 7: Designing the Network Each network design will be specific to the needs of the user and the specified installation. Beyond the actual cameras, it is important to consider IP addressing and transport protocols along with transmission methods, bandwidth, scalability and network security. In this article, we’ll touch on all of those issues - before you encounter them.

Step 8: Security Securing video is one of the most important steps in creating a successful IP surveillance installation. Nearly all security and surveillance applications contain sensitive information that should not be available to anyone with an Internet connection. Understanding and choosing the right security options - such as firewalls, virtual private networks (VPNs) and password protection - will eliminate concerns that an IP surveillance system is open to the public.
Step 9: Hot Technologies Today far more video is being recorded
than anyone could ever monitor or search. Therefore, the next big trend in IP surveillance is intelligent video. Advanced network
cameras can have built-in motion detection and event handling. In addition, more intelligent algorithms - such as number
(license) plate recognition, people counting -- are being integrated into security and surveillance systems. Network cameras and intelligent video have important synergies that make the systems more reliable
and effective than those with a digital video recorder or other centralized system.

Step 10: Best Practices Over the last few years, thousands of IP surveillance systems have been installed, and many lessons have been learned. These range from simple tips about camera placement and lighting conditions to working with IT departments and technicians to determine issues such as the peak times for network usage. As we close the series, we’ll touch on these concerns. By the end of this article series, these 10 steps will enable any security professional to avoid pitfalls and implement best practices, making IP surveillance installations easier to install and manage

CHOGON SAFETY TIPS
9 Ways to Keep a Home Safe from Criminals
Whether you are a homeowner or a renter, it is always a good idea to practice home safety tips. Recent study shows that a lot of crimes are being committed in people's residences- burglaries, armed robberies, and home invasions to name a few. Here are various ways to keep your home safe

Home Safety Tips # 1: Security Alarm System:
Consider investing in an alarm system for your home. You can contact Chogon Guards and Safety Services for advice on how to get that. Make sure that the alarm system has a panic button feature that you can easily use.
Home Safety Tips # 2: Deadbolts:
Your home should have deadbolts with full one-each bolts on all entry doors. These should be installed in addition to existing locksets. For doors with glass panels within three feet of the lock, it should have a double-cylinder deadbolt requiring a key on both sides; this way a burglar cannot simply break the glass and reach through to unlock the door. If your door has conventional glass panels, consider replacing them with shatterproof glass or polycarbonate material.
Home Safety Tips # 3: Re-Key Locks:
If you have just moved to a new house or apartment, have all the locks re-keyed immediately. Better yet accomplish this before you move in.
Home Safety Tips # 4: Limit Number of Keys:
Limit the keys only to members of the family that live with you. If you must share a key with a relative, especially when you are going on vacation and you need a house sitter- make sure that the person is trustworthy. Make sure that they return your key right away. If you have a hired help, for example a babysitter or a cleaning lady, and you ended up firing that person for whatever reason; make sure to change the locks immediately, even if you get your keys back.
Home Safety Tips # 5: Designate a Safe Room and an Escape Route:
Install a deadbolt lock on the door of your home office or den, so that it becomes your "safe or panic" room that you can lock yourself into if you are threatened. Plan an escape route from the upper floor by adding a rope ladder in a room upstairs.
Home Safety Tips # 6: Lighting:
Make sure that your main entrances, porches, driveways, and front walkways are well-lit. Turn on interior lights when you are away in the evenings.
Home Safety Tips # 7: Where's the Key?
Don't hide your house keys under doormats, inside your mailbox, or planters. These are obvious places that criminals would look for keys. Also, never put a name in your address and name on your key chain, it would be easy for criminals to find where you live and have access to your home and car.
Home Safety Tips # 8: Garage Doors:
Keep your garage doors closed and lock them at night. Make sure your garage windows are all closed and locked; it is hard to hear someone in your garage door because you may be inside watching TV not noticing the criminal activities happening inside your garage. Also, garages have ladders and other tools that can help criminals gain access to the main part of your home; so keeping your garage secured at all times will not entice the criminals to target your home.
Home Safety Tips # 9: Have Your Home Analysed for Security:
For a detailed security analysis of your home, contact a bonded professional like Chogon Guards and Safety Ltd. Finally, you can ask for help or advice from your local police department; call them immediately of you see, hear, or have a good reason to suspect that a crime is being committed.
FOR CONTACT DETAILS:
10, DIYA STREET, GBAGADA, LAGOS-NIGERIA
+2348072292381
info@chogonguards.com
www.chogonguards.com

ABILITIES NEEDED FOR: "SECURITY GUARD"
1) Problem Sensitivity -- The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

2) Selective Attention -- The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.

3) Inductive Reasoning -- The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

4) Near Vision -- The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

5) Far Vision -- The ability to see details at a distance.

6) Oral Comprehension -- The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

7) Deductive Reasoning -- The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Oral Expression -- The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

9) Written Expression -- The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

10) Hearing Sensitivity -- The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.

11) Flexibility of Closure -- The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.

12) Information Ordering -- The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).

13) Perceptual Speed -- The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.

14) Speech Clarity -- The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

15) Speech Recognition -- The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.

16) Speed of Closure -- The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.

17) Written Comprehension -- The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

18) Time Sharing -- The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).

19) Fluency of Ideas -- The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).

20) Originality -- The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.

21) Category Flexibility -- The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.

22) Auditory Attention -- The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION REQUIRED FOR: "SECURITY GUARD"
1) Public Safety and Security -- Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

2) Customer and Personal Service -- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

3) English Language -- Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

4) Law and Government -- Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

5) Clerical -- Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
 
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Chogon Guards And Safety Limited
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JOB DUTIES AND TASKS FOR: "SECURITY GUARD"
1) Patrol industrial and commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.

2) Answer alarms and investigate disturbances.

3) Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.

4) Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.

5) Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons.

6) Circulate among visitors, patrons, and employees to preserve order and protect property.
7) Answer telephone calls to take messages, answer questions, and provide information during non-business hours or when switchboard is closed.

Warn persons of rule infractions or violations, and apprehend or evict violators from premises, using force when necessary.

9) Operate detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
10) Escort or drive motor vehicle to transport individuals to specified locations and to provide personal protection.

11) Inspect and adjust security systems, equipment, and machinery to ensure operational use and to detect evidence of tampering.

12) Drive and guard armoured vehicle to transport money and valuables to prevent theft and ensure safe delivery.

13) Monitor and adjust controls that regulate building systems, such as air conditioning, furnace, or boiler.
JOB ACTIVITIES FOR: "SECURITY GUARD"
1) Making Decisions and Solving Problems -- Analysing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

2) Documenting/Recording Information -- Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

3) Getting Information -- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

4) Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings -- Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

5) Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events -- Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

6) Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates -- Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
6) Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates -- Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

7) Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others -- Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Performing for or Working directly with the Public -- Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

9) Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material -- Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

10) Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships -- Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

11) Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others -- Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

12) Communicating with Persons outside Organization -- Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

13) Performing General Physical Activities -- Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

14) Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge -- Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

15) Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work -- Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

16) Processing Information -- Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

17) Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards -- Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

18) Assisting and Caring for Others -- Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as co-workers, customers, or patients.

19) Training and Teaching Others -- Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
SKILLS NEEDED FOR: "SECURITY GUARD"
1) Reading Comprehension -- Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

2) Active Listening -- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

3) Social Perceptiveness -- Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

4) Speaking -- Talking to others to convey information effectively.

5) Monitoring -- Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

6) Writing -- Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

7) Critical Thinking -- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Time Management -- Managing one's own time and the time of others.

9) Coordination -- Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

10) Judgment and Decision Making -- Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

11) Active Learning -- Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

12) Instructing -- Teaching others how to do something.

13) Negotiation -- Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.

14) Complex Problem Solving -- Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

15) Learning Strategies -- Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

16) Management of Personnel Resources -- Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.

17) Service Orientation -- Actively looking for ways to help people.

ABILITIES NEEDED FOR: "SECURITY GUARD"
1) Problem Sensitivity -- The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

2) Selective Attention -- The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.

3) Inductive Reasoning -- The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

4) Near Vision -- The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

5) Far Vision -- The ability to see details at a distance.

6) Oral Comprehension -- The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

7) Deductive Reasoning -- The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Oral Expression -- The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

9) Written Expression -- The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

10) Hearing Sensitivity -- The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.

11) Flexibility of Closure -- The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.

12) Information Ordering -- The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).

13) Perceptual Speed -- The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.

14) Speech Clarity -- The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

15) Speech Recognition -- The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.

16) Speed of Closure -- The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.

17) Written Comprehension -- The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

18) Time Sharing -- The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).

19) Fluency of Ideas -- The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).

20) Originality -- The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.

21) Category Flexibility -- The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.

22) Auditory Attention -- The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION REQUIRED FOR: "SECURITY GUARD"
1) Public Safety and Security -- Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

2) Customer and Personal Service -- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

3) English Language -- Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

4) Law and Government -- Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

5) Clerical -- Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
 
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THE ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE SECURITY GUARD
It is important to remember:
• As a security guard, you are NOT a peace officer!!!
How security is guards DIFFERENT from peace officers?
Security guards do not have:
• The same job duties as peace officers;
• The same training; or
• The same powers as peace officers, according to the law.
What happens when a security guard PRETENDS to be a peace officer?
Any security guard who pretends or even implies (lets others think) that he is a peace officer is committing a crime. A person who is found guilty of impersonating a peace officer could be punished by a fine or county jail sentence and his registration may be denied or revoked.
What is the security guard’s ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES?
• A security guard’s role is to PROTECT people and property of his employer or contracted clients.
• A security guard’s responsibility BEFORE an incident/offense has occurred is PREVENTION.
• A security guard’s responsibility DURING or AFTER an incident/offense has occurred is to OBSERVE and REPORT.
How should security guards PERFORM their job?
The major responsibility of a security guard is prevention BEFORE an incident/offense occurs. Thus, a security guard should be highly visible. By being seen, the guard may discourage anyone who might be considering theft, damage, or personal injury. A security guard’s job is PREVENTION. To do the job well, the security guard MUST:
• Be alert
• Listen
• Watch
What is a sign that a security guard is doing a good job?
The absence of incidents or offenses (crimes) is one sign that a security guard is doing a
good job.
What should a security guard do if an incident/offense does occur?
If an offense occurs, a guard does not charge in. Instead, the security guard should:
• Stay calm
• Observe and remember events
• Report to the police/or the security guard’s supervisor (fellow employer policy).
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
WHAT IS A SECURITY GUARD’S JOB?
A security guard is assigned to protect specific people and property. This may include detecting some of the same offenses that would cause a peace officer to act, such as a fight or burglary. But it would not include other offenses such as motor vehicle traffic violations or prostitution.
For example, if you were on duty at a plant gate and you observed two teenagers having an auto race down a public road, you would not try to arrest them. You may decide to report it to the police if a telephone is nearby. But you were hired to protect the plant - not to arrest speeders.
(In fact, you should be suspicious of any activity that may draw you away from your post. It could be a plan to draw your attention away from your duties.)
WHAT IS A PEACE OFFICER'S JOB?
Peace officers are law enforcement officers such as Sheriffs and their Deputies, Constables, Marshals, members of city police forces and other officers whose duty is to enforce the law and preserve the public peace. If a law is violated, peace officers are required to pursue and apprehend the person responsible. This is not required of a security guard!
REMEMBER, a peace officer’s responsibilities are different from a security guard’s responsibilities.
• SECURITY GUARDS only protect specific people and property.
• POLICE (PEACE OFFICERS) protect all people and all property and enforce laws.
WHAT OTHER DUTIES COULD A SECURITY GUARD HAVE?
A security guard may be responsible for maintaining certain company rules established by the client (company). These could include:
• Requiring employees to show their badges when entering the property; or
• Inspecting lunch pails as employees leave the plant; or
• Monitoring safety standards and reporting hazards; blocked exits, fire safety, slippery floors, etc.
A guard’s supervisor or the client (company) will give him instructions on helping employees observe company rules and policies.
PREVENTION IS THE KEY
The security guard’s concern is to protect persons and prevent damage or destruction to property. PREVENTION is the key word.
For example, if you spotted some young people trying to climb a fence to enter private property, you should shout at them or turn on the lights. Do anything lawful that would discourage their trespassing, don’t wait until they cross the fence so you can arrest them.
Another typical situation might be: A person intends to steal from a store, but suddenly sees a uniformed security guard on patrol. The person leaves the store without stealing anything. The guard, simply by being in uniform, has prevented a crime.
OBSERVE AND REPORT
If you can’t prevent an incident, the proper action is to observe and report. You should:
• Observe carefully and
• Report immediately to the local law enforcement and/or your supervisor.
SITUATION SECURITY GUARD’S ROLE
BEFORE the incident: PREVENTION
DURING OR AFTER the incident: OBSERVE AND REPORT

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10, DIYA STREET, GBAGADA, LAGOS-NIGERIA
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Top 10 Duties of a Security Guard / Bodyguard
1. To be clearly visible
One of the duties of a security guard is to make his or herself clearly visible, as this would deter criminals. Most burglars, shoplifters, muggers, and other criminals would think twice if they see a security guard on duty. So, being visible is one of the ways by which a security guard foils theft, damage, personal injury, and other dastardly acts.
2. To be vigilant
A security guard watches out for any strange thing that may mean harm. For this reason, he must have very keen senses of sight, hearing, and smelling. He should be able to smell it when a cable is burning or when a chemical is leaking from its container. He should be able to detect strange sounds, such as when someone is secretly trying to open a door. He should be able to sense it when someone is cleverly trying to divert his attention off his duty. And he should be able to interpret quickly whatever he sees. So based on these responsibilities, someone who is short-sighted or long-sighted won’t make a good security guard.
3. To respond quickly and correctly during crisis
Not only does a security guard sense crisis; he acts fast to control the situation. So, a security guard must always be at alert to avoid being caught unawares. How a security guard responds to crisis varies depending on the threat. A security guard must know how best to respond to various dangerous situations.
4. Observing and reporting
Even after a dangerous situation has been successfully averted, a security guard must not relax yet. He should keep observing until he is sure that there are no more problems. After a crisis, a security guard should report the incident to his supervisor, the police or the appropriate authorities (such as the fire services in the case of a fire outbreak). This way, further steps would be taken to avert a future recurrence.
5. Getting help
During some very dangerous situations (such as armed robbery attacks or assaults with deadly weapons), a security guard may be unable to handle the situation. In that case, he would need some help, and he should waste no time in calling the police. By getting help this way, loss of lives or property would be averted.
6. Checking and monitoring
Sometimes, a security guard would be required to maintain certain rules and policies as laid down by his employer. Individuals may require that visitors be searched before granted entry or that only visitors for which an appointment has been earlier fixed should be granted entry. Similarly, organizations may require their employees to show their ID cards before being granted entry into the work premises. In such cases, a security guard must check and ensure that all the rules and obeyed.
7. Maintain order among people
Security guards are usually present in large gatherings, such as parties and political or religious assemblies. This is to ensure the safety of lives and property and also to prevent stampedes and breakdown of law and order.
8. Receiving guests
If a security guard positions at an entrance, chances are, he will double as a receptionist because he is usually the first to receive guests and show them their way. This additional duty requires a security guard to be very friendly, approachable, and willing to help others.
9. Offer safety warnings and tips
Among the responsibilities of the security guard is to give tips and precautions to his employers on how to prevent security-threatening situations. He should also explain the likely consequences of ignoring these tips, as a way of convincing his employers to adhere to his advice. In addition, a security guard should do his best to ensure that all safety precautions are adhered to.
10. Performing other special duties
Some security guards, especially those hired by individuals, do more than their primary duty most of the time. They may be saddled with additional responsibilities, such as receiving phone calls, responding to text and email messages, and running vital errands for their employer. If you are planning to take up a full-time or part-time security guard job, keep in mind that you will be required to perform these duties.

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It is important to remember:
• As a security guard, you are NOT a peace officer!!!
How security is guards DIFFERENT from peace officers?
Security guards do not have:
• The same job duties as peace officers;
• The same training; or
• The same powers as peace officers, according to the law.
What happens when a security guard PRETENDS to be a peace officer?
Any security guard who pretends or even implies (lets others think) that he is a peace officer is committing a crime. A person who is found guilty of impersonating a peace officer could be punished by a fine or county jail sentence and his registration may be denied or revoked.
What is the security guard’s ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES?
• A security guard’s role is to PROTECT people and property of his employer or contracted clients.
• A security guard’s responsibility BEFORE an incident/offense has occurred is PREVENTION.
• A security guard’s responsibility DURING or AFTER an incident/offense has occurred is to OBSERVE and REPORT.
How should security guards PERFORM their job?
The major responsibility of a security guard is prevention BEFORE an incident/offense occurs. Thus, a security guard should be highly visible. By being seen, the guard may discourage anyone who might be considering theft, damage, or personal injury. A security guard’s job is PREVENTION. To do the job well, the security guard MUST:
• Be alert
• Listen
• Watch
What is a sign that a security guard is doing a good job?
The absence of incidents or offenses (crimes) is one sign that a security guard is doing a
good job.
What should a security guard do if an incident/offense does occur?
If an offense occurs, a guard does not charge in. Instead, the security guard should:
• Stay calm
• Observe and remember events
• Report to the police/or the security guard’s supervisor (fellow employer policy).
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
WHAT IS A SECURITY GUARD’S JOB?
A security guard is assigned to protect specific people and property. This may include detecting some of the same offenses that would cause a peace officer to act, such as a fight or burglary. But it would not include other offenses such as motor vehicle traffic violations or prostitution.
For example, if you were on duty at a plant gate and you observed two teenagers having an auto race down a public road, you would not try to arrest them. You may decide to report it to the police if a telephone is nearby. But you were hired to protect the plant - not to arrest speeders.
(In fact, you should be suspicious of any activity that may draw you away from your post. It could be a plan to draw your attention away from your duties.)
WHAT IS A PEACE OFFICER'S JOB?
Peace officers are law enforcement officers such as Sheriffs and their Deputies, Constables, Marshals, members of city police forces and other officers whose duty is to enforce the law and preserve the public peace. If a law is violated, peace officers are required to pursue and apprehend the person responsible. This is not required of a security guard!
REMEMBER, a peace officer’s responsibilities are different from a security guard’s responsibilities.
• SECURITY GUARDS only protect specific people and property.
• POLICE (PEACE OFFICERS) protect all people and all property and enforce laws.
WHAT OTHER DUTIES COULD A SECURITY GUARD HAVE?
A security guard may be responsible for maintaining certain company rules established by the client (company). These could include:
• Requiring employees to show their badges when entering the property; or
• Inspecting lunch pails as employees leave the plant; or
• Monitoring safety standards and reporting hazards; blocked exits, fire safety, slippery floors, etc.
A guard’s supervisor or the client (company) will give him instructions on helping employees observe company rules and policies.
PREVENTION IS THE KEY
The security guard’s concern is to protect persons and prevent damage or destruction to property. PREVENTION is the key word.
For example, if you spotted some young people trying to climb a fence to enter private property, you should shout at them or turn on the lights. Do anything lawful that would discourage their trespassing, don’t wait until they cross the fence so you can arrest them.
Another typical situation might be: A person intends to steal from a store, but suddenly sees a uniformed security guard on patrol. The person leaves the store without stealing anything. The guard, simply by being in uniform, has prevented a crime.
OBSERVE AND REPORT
If you can’t prevent an incident, the proper action is to observe and report. You should:
• Observe carefully and
• Report immediately to the local law enforcement and/or your supervisor.
SITUATION SECURITY GUARD’S ROLE
BEFORE the incident: PREVENTION
DURING OR AFTER the incident: OBSERVE AND REPORT

FOR CONTACT DETAILS:
10, DIYA STREET, GBAGADA, LAGOS-NIGERIA
+2348072292381
info@chogonguards.com
www.chogonguards.com

It is important to remember:
• As a security guard, you are NOT a peace officer!!!
How security is guards DIFFERENT from peace officers?
Security guards do not have:
• The same job duties as peace officers;
• The same training; or
• The same powers as peace officers, according to the law.
What happens when a security guard PRETENDS to be a peace officer?
Any security guard who pretends or even implies (lets others think) that he is a peace officer is committing a crime. A person who is found guilty of impersonating a peace officer could be punished by a fine or county jail sentence and his registration may be denied or revoked.
What is the security guard’s ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES?
• A security guard’s role is to PROTECT people and property of his employer or contracted clients.
• A security guard’s responsibility BEFORE an incident/offense has occurred is PREVENTION.
• A security guard’s responsibility DURING or AFTER an incident/offense has occurred is to OBSERVE and REPORT.
How should security guards PERFORM their job?
The major responsibility of a security guard is prevention BEFORE an incident/offense occurs. Thus, a security guard should be highly visible. By being seen, the guard may discourage anyone who might be considering theft, damage, or personal injury. A security guard’s job is PREVENTION. To do the job well, the security guard MUST:
• Be alert
• Listen
• Watch
What is a sign that a security guard is doing a good job?
The absence of incidents or offenses (crimes) is one sign that a security guard is doing a
good job.
What should a security guard do if an incident/offense does occur?
If an offense occurs, a guard does not charge in. Instead, the security guard should:
• Stay calm
• Observe and remember events
• Report to the police/or the security guard’s supervisor (fellow employer policy).
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
WHAT IS A SECURITY GUARD’S JOB?
A security guard is assigned to protect specific people and property. This may include detecting some of the same offenses that would cause a peace officer to act, such as a fight or burglary. But it would not include other offenses such as motor vehicle traffic violations or prostitution.
For example, if you were on duty at a plant gate and you observed two teenagers having an auto race down a public road, you would not try to arrest them. You may decide to report it to the police if a telephone is nearby. But you were hired to protect the plant - not to arrest speeders.
(In fact, you should be suspicious of any activity that may draw you away from your post. It could be a plan to draw your attention away from your duties.)
WHAT IS A PEACE OFFICER'S JOB?
Peace officers are law enforcement officers such as Sheriffs and their Deputies, Constables, Marshals, members of city police forces and other officers whose duty is to enforce the law and preserve the public peace. If a law is violated, peace officers are required to pursue and apprehend the person responsible. This is not required of a security guard!
REMEMBER, a peace officer’s responsibilities are different from a security guard’s responsibilities.
• SECURITY GUARDS only protect specific people and property.
• POLICE (PEACE OFFICERS) protect all people and all property and enforce laws.
WHAT OTHER DUTIES COULD A SECURITY GUARD HAVE?
A security guard may be responsible for maintaining certain company rules established by the client (company). These could include:
• Requiring employees to show their badges when entering the property; or
• Inspecting lunch pails as employees leave the plant; or
• Monitoring safety standards and reporting hazards; blocked exits, fire safety, slippery floors, etc.
A guard’s supervisor or the client (company) will give him instructions on helping employees observe company rules and policies.
PREVENTION IS THE KEY
The security guard’s concern is to protect persons and prevent damage or destruction to property. PREVENTION is the key word.
For example, if you spotted some young people trying to climb a fence to enter private property, you should shout at them or turn on the lights. Do anything lawful that would discourage their trespassing, don’t wait until they cross the fence so you can arrest them.
Another typical situation might be: A person intends to steal from a store, but suddenly sees a uniformed security guard on patrol. The person leaves the store without stealing anything. The guard, simply by being in uniform, has prevented a crime.
OBSERVE AND REPORT
If you can’t prevent an incident, the proper action is to observe and report. You should:
• Observe carefully and
• Report immediately to the local law enforcement and/or your supervisor.
SITUATION SECURITY GUARD’S ROLE
BEFORE the incident: PREVENTION
DURING OR AFTER the incident: OBSERVE AND REPORT

FOR CONTACT DETAILS:
10, DIYA STREET, GBAGADA, LAGOS-NIGERIA
+2348072292381
info@chogonguards.com
www.chogonguards.com

Tips for Washing Laundry
Laundry can be a tedious chore for anyone managing a household, but it is an even bigger job for those who must wash other people’s dirty clothes, sheets and towels in a commercial atmosphere.
That’s because the majority of the stains of are unknown origin, the amount of items for the washing machine is as high as a mountain and the folding process can be extremely time-consuming.
Laundry duties are commonplace in businesses such as hotels, hospitals, restaurants, schools and more. Some, like hotels, may need to do laundry daily to keep linen closets properly stocked and guests comfortable. Others, like schools and store retailers, may need to throw in the wash less frequently as they are primarily laundering cleaning cloths, mop heads and kitchen towels.
By properly training employees, staying on top of costs and using the proper amount of product, business owners can easily conquer the “Mount Wash more” dilemma.
There are several ways to tackle the laundry pile:
Make safety a top priority. Some stains are generated by body fluids, biological materials and potentially harmful chemicals, so it is important employees take the necessary steps to protect themselves. In fact, studies prove that workplace laundry duties are far more dangerous than previously thought.
Protect employees from harm and the business from lawsuits by recognizing the risks associated with commercial laundering and teaching employees how to avoid potential problems. For example, provide employees with protective equipment, such as disposable gloves, so they don’t have to touch dirty laundry directly.
Schedule routine machine maintenance checks. Make sure doors shut properly and latches secure tightly. Check drain hoses, lint filters and electrical connections to ensure none of the machines is leaking water or gas.
In addition, keep the number for the local Poison Control Center posted near the machines and laundering products in case of an accident.
Train, train, train. Commercial laundry machines, dryers, dry-cleaning equipment and steam cleaners often operate much differently than household versions. Always follow the manufacturer’s directions for use and keep these instructions posted in a prominent place to employees can refer to them as necessary.
Also, keep laundry products such as detergent, fabric softener and bleach in their original containers so employees become familiar with the recommended amount of product to use and how to use it. Keep all containers tightly sealed when not in use to prevent spills.
Maximize energy usage. Saving energy is serious business. It can certainly make an impact on the bottom line as well as contribute to a healthy environment. Some environmentally-friendly practices to consider include:
– Lowering temperature settings. Not every washable item needs to be laundered in hot water. Try different temperature settings, but don’t sacrifice safety. For hospitals and hotels, many items will need to be washed in hot water. Keep in mind the type of laundry the business handles and consider purchasing a detergent formulated specifically for cold water use if applicable.
– Washing a full load. Keeping the laundry machine filled to capacity saves water, energy and time.
– Removing clothes from the dryer when they are dry – not when the dryer buzzer goes off. Items are often over-dried. Another dryer tip: Wash loads back-to-back to take full advantage of the heat left over in the dryer from the previous load.
Use the best products for the job. Always purchase quality laundry products that will take care of the dirt, grime and stains the first time. Nothing wastes time, energy and money more than having to re-launder items.

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VIDEO SURVEILLANCE

Security Technology & Design / Security as IP surveillance is quickly becoming the most flexible and future-proof option for security and surveillance installations, It is important for users to understand common pitfalls, customization options and the advantages of a fully digital system. Starting with the first step in February and continuing through November - and published jointly via Security and in Security Technology & Design magazine we will examine 10 steps that security professionals can take in order to implement a successful IP Surveillance system. These include:

Step 1: Choosing a network camera it is important to select cameras that meet the needs of your organization and installation. This includes cameras that can be pan/tilt/zoom, vandal-proof, weather-resistant, or fixed-dome products. Each type of camera can be blended into an IP-Surveillance system to create a total package that solves your security needs. Also, we have to consider that not all network cameras are created equal. Some low-cost network cameras may look appealing at first, but security professionals need to understand how the components of a network camera affect the camera’s performance and durability.

Step 2: Compression All digital video surveillance systems use some type of compression for the digital video. Without effective compression, our networks would grind to a halt due to the size of the video files. Selecting the right compression is vital, and includes choices between proprietary or industry standard modes such as Motion JPEG or MPEG-4. Compression can also determine whether
video is admissible in court cases, an important consideration for security and surveillance installations.
Step 3: Video Management These days, video systems can evaluate situations and take the appropriate action, rather than just passively recording video. Video management tools are dependent on the application and many factors have to be considered. We’ll look at considerations of available bandwidth, storage capabilities, scalability, frame-rate control and integration capabilities.

Step 4: Storage The ability to use open storage solutions
is one of the main benefits with IP surveillance. Considerations when determining storage requirements include frame rate, the amount of time the video needs to be stored, the required redundancy, and which type of storage that fits best, e.g. a
storage area network, or network attached storage.

Step 5: Incorporating Analog Cameras
So you have analog cameras? These also can be integrated into a network video system using video servers. The analog camera is simply connected to a video server, which digitizes, compresses and transmits video over the network. Many times, this is useful in reducing installation costs because older equipment can continue to be used. However, there are instances in which it is not sufficient to simply convert an analog camera video stream into digital due to limitations in video quality.

Step 6: Wireless Networking Sometimes wireless solutions are the best and most cost-effective option for security and surveillance installations. For example it could be useful in historic buildings, where the installation of cables would damage the interior, or within facilities where there is a need to move cameras to new locations on a regular basis. The technology can also be used to bridge sites without expensive ground cabling.

Step 7: Designing the Network Each network design will be specific to the needs of the user and the specified installation. Beyond the actual cameras, it is important to consider IP addressing and transport protocols along with transmission methods, bandwidth, scalability and network security. In this article, we’ll touch on all of those issues - before you encounter them.

Step 8: Security Securing video is one of the most important steps in creating a successful IP surveillance installation. Nearly all security and surveillance applications contain sensitive information that should not be available to anyone with an Internet connection. Understanding and choosing the right security options - such as firewalls, virtual private networks (VPNs) and password protection - will eliminate concerns that an IP surveillance system is open to the public.
Step 9: Hot Technologies Today far more video is being recorded
than anyone could ever monitor or search. Therefore, the next big trend in IP surveillance is intelligent video. Advanced network
cameras can have built-in motion detection and event handling. In addition, more intelligent algorithms - such as number
(license) plate recognition, people counting -- are being integrated into security and surveillance systems. Network cameras and intelligent video have important synergies that make the systems more reliable
and effective than those with a digital video recorder or other centralized system.

Step 10: Best Practices Over the last few years, thousands of IP surveillance systems have been installed, and many lessons have been learned. These range from simple tips about camera placement and lighting conditions to working with IT departments and technicians to determine issues such as the peak times for network usage. As we close the series, we’ll touch on these concerns. By the end of this article series, these 10 steps will enable any security professional to avoid pitfalls and implement best practices, making IP surveillance installations easier to install and manage

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Remove dirt and mould
Use a degreasing cleaner to dislodge the debris and dirt accumulated on your home’s siding. Inclement weather along with the presence of numerous contaminants in the air end up leaving your home’s cladding greasy and dirty. Use a telescopic brush to apply the degreaser, then rinse with copious amounts of water.
Patrick Morin carries powerful products to fight the mould and grease that can stick to the outside of your home. Avoid using solutions containing Javex, as they could change the colour and finish of your siding.
Stone facades
Use a special cleaner for mortar joints, which tend to become significantly faded with the years. Moss, moreover, can gather in these spaces, especially if your house is most often in a shaded spot. This simple task will drastically change the allure of your facade and give it back its original sheen.
Pressure washers
A pressure washer is the perfect device for outdoor cleaning jobs and saves you both time and effort. Thanks to its far-reaching and powerful spray, this tool lets you easily reach - with little or no changes in position - the top of your home.
Let our experts help you find the machine that will best meet your needs. You may want to choose a model with a container for soap. Easy to use, this model incorporates soap to the water spraying out of the pressure washer. The machine’s pulverizing action ensures that the cleaning product will be evenly distributed on the item being scrubbed.
Some models come with inflatable wheels that allow them to travel over all types of terrain. They can easily be pushed over grass, in ditches and over uneven surfaces.
Safety first
Attention! Avoid directly or even indirectly spraying an electrical wire or components. The risk of electrocution is real!
Never use a ladder to carry out cleaning jobs at more than 6 feet above the ground. Holding out a brush or watering hose while perched atop a ladder or stepladder is very risky.
Consider buying scaffolding sections. Because they are so steady, these devices will be of great use for numerous jobs around the house, and this all year-round. While you are at it, why not clean out your gutters and wash the outside of your windows? Carefully read the manufacturer’s instructions before using scaffolding.

CHOGON Cleaning and Janitorial Services is unique due to our dept understanding of costumer’ individual needs and vast experience upon which we have built best practices.
Our intense housekeeping service training programs, superior site management, and the respect we show towards our costumer and employees create an environment in which we consistently exceed the janitorial service needs and goals of our client supported by the constant innovation that defines all aspects CHOGON quality.
Our Housekeeping Services put client first with advances green clean program. CHOGON Facilities has the staffing expertise and understanding required to meet all your Housekeeping Service needs in a demanding high traffic environment. You can have confidence that day in and day out. CHOGON Facilities’ best practices will please your customers while making your business shine.
Our Executive Housekeeping division consists of following services:
• General Cleaning
• Post Construction Cleaning
• High pressure Cleaning of Outside areas
• Cleaning Glass Walls and Curtains
• Restroom cleaning
• Spring cleaning
• Stream cleaning Operations
• Hot water injection extraction
• Foam generator for carpet & sofa shampooing
• Vacuum cleaning
• Floor tiles and Ceramic restoration
• Marble , Granite and Terrazzo Restoration
Note: The material and machines used by us is standardized and environment friendly
CHOGON Housekeeping Services is unique due to our adept understanding of costumer’ individual needs and vast experience upon which we have built best practices. Our intense housekeeping service training programs, superior site management, and the respect we show towards our costumer and employees create an environment in which we consistently exceed the janitorial service needs and goals of our client supported by the constant innovation that defines all aspects CHOGON quality. Our Housekeeping Services put client first with advances green clean program. CHOGON Facilities has the staffing expertise and understanding required to meet all your Housekeeping Service needs in a demanding high traffic environment.
JANITORIAL AND UPHOLSTERY SOLUTION
Floor maintenance is an expertise area at CHOGON Facilities. Our Floor technicians expertly trained to properly and professionally maintain any surface, including hardwood, ceramic, marble epoxy, Concrete and more. CHOGON Facilities offer the full scope of the floor service to its customers. These services include:
• Hardwood Maintenance and Polishing: CHOGON professionals are expertly trained to repair and maintain all hardwood floor surfaces. Our expert’s extensive knowledge of factor that effect and contribute to the changing moisture content of wood flooring before, during, and after installation enables us to offer the best services. This knowledge, couple with extensive training proper techniques of sending, screening, cleaning and restoration that has contributed to CHOGON Facilities ’s position
• Carpet / Rug & Upholstery: Carpet repairing and cleaning are areas of service where CHOGON Facilities has the experience and expertise to provide unsurpassed quality. Whether repairing a “tripping hazard,” re carpeting fitting rooms or sales floors providing ongoing changing professionals follow specific, detailed service procedures that keep your carpet in optimum condition
• Ceramic: CHOGON Facilities’ staffs is trained to properly repair, install, and clean ceramic floors. Knowing the right chemicals and equipment we restore and maintain ceramic tile on floor and walls.
Marble and Stone: Whether cleaning, polishing, or grinding CHOGON Facilities professionals are completely prepared to keep marble stone in pristine condition. Our staffs have the experience knowledge to ensure proper techniques are followed to allow for maximum quality that stone the marble floors provide
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What Is Terrazzo
Terrazzo is a composite material of marble chips and concrete or resin that is combined to create smooth, luxurious flooring or countertop material that captures the beauty of marble in a more affordable way. Terrazzo is generally composed of two parts marble chips to one part binder (concrete or resin), and extra chips may be scattered on the top of the mixture for an even more marbled appearance. Special mixtures of terrazzo may also use mother of pearl or abalone shell for different appearances.
While the marble chips in terrazzo are durable, the binder is more porous and subject to stains, particularly for flooring. Cement is the most porous material, but a terrazzo floor can have a finishing sealer applied that will help the floor resist stains and liquid penetration. This is recommended as a preventative measure to keep your floor looking superb, but the sealer will need to be stripped and reapplied periodically to keep the floor looking new. Wax should not be used to coat a terrazzo floor, as it can cause the floor to be dangerously slippery and waxy build up will dull the floor's polished sheen.
It is important to note that when a terrazzo floor is first laid, it will take time for the cement to cure. During that period, which can last several days or weeks, the floor may change color or have a mottled appearance. This is not staining, and as the floor cures the color will even out.
How I clean a Terrazzo Floor
Water is the best cleanser.
Over time, even the best kept floors must be properly cleaned. Terrazzo floors are easy to clean with a few simple steps:
1. Sweep the floor to remove loose dirt, crumbs, and other debris. A dry mop can also be useful if the floor is dusty.
2. Using plain water or a neutral (neither acidic nor alkaline) cleaner, wet mop the floor and let the cleaner sit on the floor for several minutes to dissolve dirt. It is important that the entire floor surface remain wet during this time, otherwise the loose dirt will simply dry back onto the floor.
3. Rinse the floor thoroughly with clean water, or use a wet vacuum or squeegee to remove the dirty water. More than one rinse may be necessary to remove all dirt.
4. When dry, buff the floor to restore shine.
Hiring a Professional
If your terrazzo floor has lost its luster or has stains you cannot remove with simple cleaning, it may be wise to hire a floor restoration specialist. A professional will be able not only to strip the sealer off the floor and reapply it properly, but they can also polish the floor's surface effectively with commercial equipment to restore its original shine. If you aren't experienced with cleaning different flooring types, hiring professional floor cleaners is a safe way to ensure your floor looks its best. Many cleaners offer free estimates or will have an online pricing list, allowing you to see if their services fit within your budget.
More Terrazzo Cleaning Tips
To keep your floor looking fantastic…
• Never use an oil-based cleaner or stain remover. Oil products can permanently discolour terrazzo flooring.
• If using a commercial cleaning product, even one specially formulated for terrazzo floors, test it in an inconspicuous area first to check for discoloration.
• Keep your floor from getting stained by placing mats or rugs in high traffic areas and near the refrigerator or stove, and wipe up any spills immediately.
• Establish a regular cleaning schedule to avoid long term build-up of dust, dirt, and debris on your floor. Regular cleaning will help you avoid overuse stains.
Terrazzo flooring is a beautiful and affordable choice because it can be used to create patterns and pictures, or just used as attractive solid flooring or tiles. If you can confidently answer the question "how do I clean a terrazzo floor" you will always be able to keep your floor bright and polished.

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Functions and duties of Security Guards
Many security firms and proprietary security departments practice the "detect, deter, observe and report" methodology. Security officers are not required to make arrests, but have the authority to make a citizen's arrest, or otherwise act as an agent of law enforcement, for example, at the request of a police officer or sheriff.
A private security officer's primary duty is the prevention and deterrence of crime. Security personnel enforce company rules and can act to protect lives and property, and they often have a contractual obligation to provide these actions. In addition to basic deterrence, security officers are often trained to perform specialized tasks such as arrest and control (including handcuffing and restraints), operate emergency equipment, perform first aid, CPR, take accurate notes, write detailed reports, and perform other tasks as required by the client they are serving.
All security officers are also required to go through additional training mandated by the state for the carrying of weapons such as batons, firearms, and pepper spray.] Some officers are required to complete police certification for special duties. Virginia training standards for security are identical to police training with regards to firearms (shotgun and handgun) but do not place licensing requirements for other items carried, only that training be provided that is documented. Several security companies have also become certified in RADAR and trained their sworn special police officers to use it on protected properties in conjunction with lights/sirens, allowing them to legally enforce traffic laws on private property.
One major economic justification for security personnel is that insurance companies (particularly fire insurance carriers) will give substantial rate discounts to sites which have a 24-hour presence. For a high risk or high value property, the discount can often exceed the money being spent on its security program. Discounts are offered because having security on site increases the odds that any fire will be noticed and reported to the local fire department before a total loss occurs. Also, the presence of security personnel (particularly in combination with effective security procedures) tends to diminish "shrinkage", theft, employee misconduct and safety rule violations, property damage, or even sabotage. Many casinos hire security guards to protect money when transferring it from the casino to the casino's bank.
Security personnel may also perform access control at building entrances and vehicle gates; meaning, they ensure that employees and visitors display proper passes or identification before entering the facility. Security officers are often called upon to respond to minor emergencies (lost persons, lockouts, dead vehicle batteries, etc.) and to assist in serious emergencies by guiding emergency responders to the scene of the incident, helping to redirect foot traffic to safe locations, and by documenting what happened on an incident report.
Armed security officers are frequently contracted to respond as law enforcement until a given situation at a client location is under control and/or public authorities arrive on the scene.
Patrolling is usually a large part of a security officer's duties. Often these patrols are logged by use of a guard tour patrol system, which require regular patrols. Until recently the most commonly used form used to be mechanical clock systems that required a key for manual punching of a number to a strip of paper inside with the time pre-printed on it. But recently, electronic systems have risen in popularity due to their light weight, ease of use, and downloadable logging capabilities.[4] Regular patrols are, however, becoming less accepted as an industry standard, as it provides predictability for the would-be criminal, as well as monotony for the security officer on duty. Random patrols are easily programmed into electronic systems, allowing greater freedom of movement and unpredictability. Global positioning systems are beginning to be used because they are a more effective means of tracking officers' movements and behaviour.


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7 Preventative Maintenance Tips for Your Facility

It is easy to get into the rut of the day-to-day grind, and sometimes, we forget that even though we have been doing a job forever, there may be a better way to perform our function. In the facilities maintenance world, part of that function includes preventative maintenance. This handy blog post features seven preventative maintenance tips that can benefit even the most hardened of veterans.
There are many benefits to properly maintaining your equipment and facility, and that’s even more true when we look at proper preventative maintenance. The goal is simple: Take care of your machinery before an issue arises to extend the life of the equipment, make it run more efficiently, prevent failure, and, at the end of the day, cut costs. Pretty basic, right?
Well, I am about to make it even easier. Remember those preventative maintenance tips I spoke so highly of above? Here they are, in no particular order:
Set a Plan and Stick to It
Preventative maintenance is all about planning, plain and simple. Every piece of equipment or machinery at your disposal or under your care should have a schedule of what type of maintenance it requires and when it requires that check-up.
If you don’t have this in place, I recommend you start here. If you don’t have a schedule, after all, how will you stick to it and ensure that the work gets done?
Settings a schedule not only ensures that your equipment stays in tip-top shape for the duration of its projected lifespan, but it also helps you plan for staffing needs and stay within budget. Once you have the plan ready, never deviate from it.
Keep It Simple, Stupid
Perhaps nowhere is the KISS acronym more appropriate than in the maintenance management arena. Keeping it simple is essential to running a smooth maintenance operation.
One way to help keep your ship running right is to use checklists. Take the time to create checklist templates for similar pieces of equipment so your technicians can mark off steps as they work through the procedures. This not only makes sure no steps are missed, but it is great for documentation and compliance issues as well, especially in facilities with strict regulatory guidelines.
Create a Paper Trail
In addition to having checklists, it is equally important to have properly documented work orders and preventative maintenance reports as well. If there is a mishap in your facility, equipment breaks down before it should, or you have a failure that leads to extended down time, you will want to know why, and without proper documentation, that may prove to be a difficult task.
Documentation can also come in handy in situations such as work-related injuries and in the event that your company faces a fine for non-compliance issues.
Remember, it isn’t about playing the blame game – it’s about tracking the problem to ensure it does not happen again.
I Have My Eye On You
For the most part, a piece of machinery or area of your facility only has a finite number of things that can go wrong with it. Most of that we can plan for, but not all of it. Because of this, a visual inspection of building grounds and equipment (preferably on a schedule) is key to your preventative maintenance plan. Take the time to check your machinery and facility thoroughly. Look for warning signs such as chipped paint, water leaks, creaky doors, and so forth. Spending the time to catch small problems before they become large will more than pay off in the end.
Assess Your Assets
Another important step to a great preventative maintenance plan is creating an asset list. Draw up a list containing every piece of equipment under your care, and then make notes about each of them. For instance, if your facility has a water heater, how old is it? What is the product life expectancy? How long is the warranty? Who do you call if the equipment breaks? Where do you find spare parts? What condition is it currently in?
If you don’t have an inventory list, you can’t tell what is missing and you can’t stick to your maintenance schedule.
Crack the Whip
Handing out work orders willy-nilly does not always cut it. Having technicians assigned to specific tasks and holding them accountable for said tasks is another smart way to keep on task. Don’t just randomly have a stack of work orders for employees to handle – give each person a specific job. This helps avoid the confusion of “Oh, I thought he was doing it” situations.
Take Advantage of Technology
The best tip I can give you is this: Get yourself a computerized maintenance management system. It is the number one thing you can do to help ensure that your maintenance plan stays on course. Without one, you may as well be a ship without a compass.

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There are good ways to handle your contract security officers and bad ways. We break it down here. For CSOs and other purchasers of security services, you first need to define needs and roles.
DO
• Ask the security firm for its recommendations on how to best secure your assets, as opposed to having a pre-set idea of what
you need in the way of security.
• Determine if security personnel are going to be “observe and report” or if they are to engage in the event of an incident. Observe and report security requires less training, is less expensive and most likely will result in less liability.
• Be aware that security personnel who are to engage should be better trained and well paid. They also could pose higher risk (as they can use excessive force) or fail to prevent what they are hired to protect, etc.
DON’T
• Assume you need an armed security officer. A knee-jerk reaction to many serious incidents over the past few years has been to hire armed security, when in reality the hiring of an armed security officer may increase the chance of something bad happening.Determine if armed personnel is appropriate for the exposure you have: Government contracts, banks, protecting high-value property, etc. are more appropriate than fast food restaurants, schools and large public gatherings etc.
• Have the security personnel perform tasks outside of what has been contracted (shoveling snow, driving people, etc.). In the event of an accident during these operations, liability may fall upon your firm if the security firm does not have adequate insurance.
Ensuring Quality
DO
• Hire security personnel from the upper level of the candidate pool, such as former/retired law enforcement personnel. They have undergone extensive training and screening, and they provide a very favorable impression to employees and visitors.
• Make sure security personnel have situational training specific to the risks of your industry.
• Have periodic meetings with the security personnel’s supervisors to point out any issues or concerns to make sure that the security personnel are meeting your requirements.
DON’T
• Pay below industry average.In many instances the security officer at the front desk is the first impression a client gets of your firm and you want to make sure they look professional and provide a professional appearance. Prior to 9/11, security professionals were treated more as a commodity, and firms would want to pay as little as possible to get that security officer firm. Since then, however, it became more important to have a well-trained security professional with a professional appearance.
• Try to save money by replacing security personnel with remote video monitoring without carefully analyzing what you are looking to protect and which solution will be most effective. Video monitoring alone is not always as effective a means of deterring crime as security officers. A hybrid approach of combining security personnel and video can serve as a more effective deterrent.
How to Ensure Effective Contracts
DO
• Have clear post orders in contracts that make clear who, what and where you are protecting. A carefully worded contract does not hold you responsible for claims related to third parties or for incidents in locations that are not clearly stated in your post orders.
• Make it clear you are only providing security services for your clients and their employees and are not responsible for their customers/delivery persons or anyone else who comes onto the client’s premises. Numerous court decisions have held private security firms liable for injuries to persons the security firms did not contemplate protecting. These claims occur at the client’s premises with injuries to contractors, deliverymen, customers, guests and even the general public.
• Review any ambiguous contract language with your local insurance broker and attorney to make sure you are not exposing yourself to liability for which you are not properly insured. Also, make sure your insurance has all necessary coverage and endorsements required by the contract (Additional Insureds, Waiver of Subrogation, etc.).
DON’T
• Sign contract language that is too one-sided in favor of the client, thus leaving your security officer firm unprotected. For example don’t “indemnify” the client for accidents caused solely by the negligence of the client. This shifts all of the client’s financial responsibility to your security officer firm. An ideal contract should clearly state the contracted firm will only be responsible if the negligence of one of its employees contributes to a claim.
• Having officers perform duties other than security services, such as chauffeuring or handyman services, unless your contract specifically states they are to perform such duties.
• Pick up liability that you are not insured for when adding a client as an “additional insured” on your insurance policy. Make sure you are only assuming liability for the operations you are providing for this client.
Hiring and Training
DO
• Have extensive hiring procedures for your security officers, including background checks, references, personal interviews and a requirement for prior security industry experience.
• Have at least 24 hours of training consisting of pre-assignment and on-the-job training, as well as continuing “in service” training.
• Provide education and training to help security professionals understand and prevent lawsuits. “Litigation awareness” should focus on several components, including acting with professionalism and communicating respectfully and effectively. This type of education should cover how litigation works, teaching security officers what happens in a courtroom and how their words and actions can be used to affect a case.
DON’T
• Think one type of training fits all. There needs to be situational training specific to the risks involved in any given industry. Look at the position and ensure you hire officers who are properly trained and equipped for the needs of the position.
• Assume any security officer can be armed. Use former law enforcement professionals as armed security officers. They have been specially trained to react appropriately with a weapon.


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Event Security is a hot-button issue for everyone these days. The first family, the royal family, heck, even your own family has no doubt been touched by security concerns at home, school, work or on the road. Event marketers are no exception. From red carpet affairs to county fairs, trade shows to fashion shows, having the proper security measures in place can ease the minds of attendees, exhibitors, speakers and celebrity guests, and even reduce insurance costs.
Having event security sends guests the message that not only do you have their safety in mind, it tells them that the event is important enough to have security on hand. This can be a great way to boost the prestige level of your event and to show others that you take event planning seriously enough to cover all contingencies.”
Event security is the one thing that planners and production companies tend to spend the least on, however. “But it is one of the most important things about your event,
Top eight tips for event security in the modern world.
1. Enlist Expert Advice
Hire experts who know how to cope with large numbers of people and handle any situation or threat with a professional response that does not cause a scene. Ask for references and make sure they are properly insured. Many individuals state they have an event security company but don’t have insurance or experience.
2. Assess Your Event
Before requesting the number of event security guards you think you need, let the security expert assess your event based on capacity, attendees, venue and nature of your event to determine whether it is “high” or “low” profile experience.
“The organizer may describe the event as a product launch, but it could be for a sensitive product that may not be liked by certain people or groups. The same for charity events and fundraisers with corporate ceos and wealthy people in attendance. “Someone with a grudge against the company or the executive could try to come in and protest, disrupt or do harm.”
3. Prepare for Protest
Always be clear with the event security expert if the client sponsoring the event may draw hatred or negative feedback toward their mission. People may launch an attack against a company they feel discriminates against its workers, doesn’t pay them enough, mismanaged their retirement portfolios or any other reason they feel is justified.
Have the event security experts liaise with the local police department and let them know who and what is happening.
4. Screen Guests and Staff
Make sure all guests are properly screened and checked in with proper credentials. “Are you trying to prevent party crashers from sneaking in and having a few shrimp or bashing for a free beer, or are you trying to prevent a more serious disruption?” The event security staff will familiarize themselves with the guest list and turn away those who have not been formally invited.
Additionally, have your event security partner screen all vendors and their employees supplying services, to see if they are biased towards the event.
5. Skip the Surprise Searches
Invitations should disclose that “all persons and property are subject to search” and proper ID is required. That way there will be no surprises at the door. Some events are no-cell phone zones. “We take their cell phones away so they can’t photograph what is going on, or post it to a social media site,” “We check them with a coat-check ticket and they get it back on their way out.”
6. Budget for Safety
In today’s world climate of terrorism, for high-profile events save your money on the shrimp and lobster and direct it towards event security, walk-through metal detectors, K-9 sweeps and more. “If you shop by price, you will get your unwanted guests and sleeping guards. “Budget is very important. People need to know what they are getting themselves into and what the scope of their event is.”
A red-carpet affair with top-level security normally requires “platinum” level event security from a top-level provider with mostly off-duty police officers on hand. A middle-level package involves licensed security guards, perhaps someone who works as a janitor during the day and moonlights as a security guard by night. The lowest level provides fire guards, which are required by law and varies from state-to-state.
7. Have Medical Support
For large capacity events always have an emergency medical crew onsite for first response and to handle the unexpected food allergy, medical condition, heart attack or slip and fall head injury.
8. Create Clear Credentials
Always make sure that staff is clearly identified as staff, and not guests, with clear description of credentials.


CHOGON SAFETY TIPS
9 Ways to Keep a Home Safe from Criminals
Whether you are a homeowner or a renter, it is always a good idea to practice home safety tips. Recent study shows that a lot of crimes are being committed in people's residences- burglaries, armed robberies, and home invasions to name a few. Here are various ways to keep your home safe

Home Safety Tips # 1: Security Alarm System:
Consider investing in an alarm system for your home. You can contact Chogons for advice on how to get that. Make sure that the alarm system has a panic button feature that you can easily use.

Home Safety Tips # 2: Deadbolts:
Your home should have deadbolts with full one-each bolts on all entry doors. These should be installed in addition to existing locksets. For doors with glass panels within three feet of the lock, it should have a double-cylinder deadbolt requiring a key on both sides; this way a burglar cannot simply break the glass and reach through to unlock the door. If your door has conventional glass panels, consider replacing them with shatterproof glass or polycarbonate material.

Home Safety Tips # 3: Re-Key Locks:
If you have just moved to a new house or apartment, have all the locks re-keyed immediately. Better yet accomplish this before you move in.

Home Safety Tips # 4: Limit Number of Keys:
Limit the keys only to members of the family that live with you. If you must share a key with a relative, especially when you are going on vacation and you need a house sitter- make sure that the person is trustworthy. Make sure that they return your key right away. If you have a hired help, for example a babysitter or a cleaning lady, and you ended up firing that person for whatever reason; make sure to change the locks immediately, even if you get your keys back.

Home Safety Tips # 5: Designate a Safe Room and an Escape Route:
Install a deadbolt lock on the door of your home office or den, so that it becomes your "safe or panic" room that you can lock yourself into if you are threatened. Plan an escape route from the upper floor by adding a rope ladder in a room upstairs.

Home Safety Tips # 6: Lighting:
Make sure that your main entrances, porches, driveways, and front walkways are well-lit. Turn on interior lights when you are away in the evenings.

Home Safety Tips # 7: Where's the Key?
Don't hide your house keys under doormats, inside your mailbox, or planters. These are obvious places that criminals would look for keys. Also, never put a name in your address and name on your key chain, it would be easy for criminals to find where you live and have access to your home and car.

Home Safety Tips # 8: Garage Doors:
Keep your garage doors closed and lock them at night. Make sure your garage windows are all closed and locked; it is hard to hear someone in your garage door because you may be inside watching TV not noticing the criminal activities happening inside your garage. Also, garages have ladders and other tools that can help criminals gain access to the main part of your home; so keeping your garage secured at all times will not entice the criminals to target your home.

Home Safety Tips # 9: Have Your Home Analyzed for Security:
For a detailed security analysis of your home, contact a bonded professional like Chogons Guards and Safety Ltd. Finally, you can ask for help or advice from your local police department; call them immediately of you see, hear, or have a good reason to suspect that a crime is being committed.
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• Air conditioner installation
• Appraising of property
• Carpentry
• Ceiling repair
• Ceramic tile repair
• Cleaning
• Concrete work
• Door installation
• Door repair
• Drain cleaning
• Dryer vent cleaning
• Dryer vent installation
• Drywall Installation
• Drywall repair
• Electrical wiring
• Energy Updates
• Fan installation
• Fence fixing
• Fireplace cleaning
• Flooring Installation and Repair
• Foundations • General Maintenance
• Gutter Cleaning
• Gutter Repair
• Heating system tune-up
• Home inspections
• Home security systems
• Hot tubs and spas
• Insulation installation (batts)
• Insulation installation (blown-in)
• Painting
• Patio stone installation
• Pest control
• Plumbing repairs
• Remodeling basements
• Remodeling bathrooms
• Remodeling kitchens
• Roofing
• Safety modifications
• Sealing driveways
• Senior Living Modifications
• Septic system repair
• Shelf installation
• Shelving
• Soundproofing
• Sprinkler repair
• Sprinkler system installation
• Stain removal
• Staining furniture
• Stone work
• Storage area construction
• Storage area repair
• Swapping a toilet
• Swimming pool maintenance
• Tiling
• Wall building
• Water purification
• Water softening
• Window cleaning
• Window installation
• Window repair

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CARPET CLEANING TIPS
1. Vacuum on a regular basis to prevent everyday dirt from setting into your carpet.
2. Consider using area rugs in high traffic areas. That will protect your carpet from unnecessary staining and wear..
3. Have your carpets professionally cleaned by Chogon Cleaning Services every six to nine months, depending on how heavily they are soiled.
4. Apply protectant to your carpet to help prevent stains from forming.
5. If you do spill, blot, blot, blot! Get up as much of the liquid in the carpet as possible to prevent it from sinking into the carpet pad.
6. Don’t pour water on to stains in order to “lighten them.” Although this can loosen the stain, it will subsequently sink deeper into the carpet and the pad, making it worse in the long run.
How to Clean a Rug
Rugs can be beautiful additions to your home, but they can be expensive and at times delicate. By understanding how to clean rugs, you will also be able to preserve your investment. There are a few very common mistakes that people make when it comes to cleaning area rugs. These mistakes can end up subtracting years from the life of your rugs, and they should be avoided. These tips -- ranging from vacuuming to spraying to pet odors and spills -- can keep your rugs looking new for as long as possible.
Steps
1. The best way to keep your area rug looking its best is once a month flips it upside down and vacuums the back of the rug. It is okay to use a beater bar/rotating brush vacuum on the back of a wool rug, on the front it is recommended to only use suction. Vacuuming the back with the beater bar/rotating brush helps push dirt trapped deep down toward the top of the rug. The rug is then flipped right side up and this dirt is vacuumed. For synthetic area rugs it is fine to use the beater bar/rotating brush vacuum on the front and back of the rug.
2. It is not advisable to vacuum fringes/tassels. When you run the vacuum over the fringes they get sucked into the beater bar of your vacuum. The fringes do not need to be vacuumed at all. Fluffing them by hand is all they need. Anything else can cause damage to them.
3. Be aware of carpet shampoos or sprays! Carpet shampoos are usually made for synthetic wall to wall carpet not wool area rugs. Always check the label before using any spot cleaners or rug shampoos. When you use a spotter or shampoo make sure you rinse it all out. If there is any soap residue left in the rug it will attract dirt. Always test your rug with a damp white cotton towel to make sure the colors will not run or bleed.
4. Make sure that you clean up spills or stains as as soon as they occur. Blot or scrape the spillage up depending on the type of spill. Blot, using a clean white 100% cotton dry towel and pressing down very hard from the outside towards the middle. Do this repeatedly, turning the folded towel over and over until you have absorbed as much moisture as possible. When you blot the spot move the towel in straight lines, NEVER RUB IN A CIRCLE, THIS CAN CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO YOUR RUG. If the spillage is milk care must be taken to rinse the area thoroughly with mild detergent and water to prevent souring of the residue. For red wine spills, use equal parts of 10% hydrogen peroxide and Dawn liquid dish soap apply to cotton towel and blot.
5. Neutralize pet odors by mixing 1 part white vinegar with 3 parts water and blot with white towel.
Tips
• Weekly vacuuming of both sides is ideal. If that’s not possible, you should do it at least once every two weeks.
• It is recommended that you rotate your rugs at least once a year. This means turning the rug end for end or 180 degrees. This helps the rug to wear more evenly. You may also want to rearrange your furniture to change traffic patterns.
• After you have removed a spill from your rug it needs to be dried as quickly as possible, a fan can aid in this.
• When you use any type of spot removers always put the spotter on a white cotton and then blotting the spot. Putting the spotter on the rug can make removing the spot tougher or can make the spot into a stain, which is permanent.
• If your rug gets really wet from a flood or other water source, get it to a professional rug cleaner as soon as possible to help prevent permanent damage to your area rug.
• Another way that you can clean your carpet is by renting or purchasing a carpet cleaner/extractor. This type of machine will do a fairly good job of cleaning your carpet superficially, but because they don't have the ability to actually steam the fibers, all of the stains and dirt may not be removed. These types of machines are made for synthetic wall to wall carpet or upholstery.
• Rugs should be rolled, not folded. When transporting in a moving van, a rolled rug should be placed on top of furniture and then have nothing heavier than a lampshade placed on top of the rug. Folding can cause permanent creases or wrinkles in your area rug.
• Rugs and carpets eventually get dirty. For the best possible clean get a professional area rug cleaner to do the job


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1. Check pool chemistry 2-3 times per week during the summer and once per week in the winter.
2. Clean out skimmer basket(s) weekly, or as needed if conditions exist.
3. Clean hair and lint pot in the pump every couple of weeks or as needed. Turn off pump to do this.
4. Check and monitor water level at least once per month, adjust as needed. Water level should be at the center of the tile or skimmer.
5. Check Deck-Chlor/Inline Chlorinator at least once per week for proper adjustment. Check flow as needed while you check chlorine readings. Make sure chlorine tablets are in the Deck-Chlor or Inline Unit, adjust as necessary to maintain adequate chlorine levels.
6. Make sure light is on in the ozone unit, if you have one. Crack valve only slightly at the pump. Be careful not to break any of the connections -- they are fragile. Check flow-meter often to ensure adjustment is within range.
7. Add catalyst tabs if you have one as needed following instructions for the gallons of water in your pool. Keep them in a cool dry place or they will turn into block form.
8. Clean your filters. This may be necessary after a heavy storm or once every few months depending on conditions in your pool. It would be best to clean them about every 4-6 months. Just remind yourself to do it each time you come back from the dentist, or each time you change the air filters in your home, which should be about the same frequency. If you have an extra set of elements it is a much easier and quicker job. Soak dirty filters in a 10% solution of muriatic acid or a solution of TSP (trisodium phosphate). Use a rubber trash can. Wear gloves and eye protection. Be careful! Always add acid to water, NOT water to acid. Rinse until clean and let them dry. Put your supplies away until your next swap-out.
9. As you are monitoring your pool, take note:
1. are your returns very weak?
2. is the in-floor cleaning system not working very well?
3. is the water clarity starting to look bad?
If any of these conditions exist, it is likely time to clean the filters. Most pools should only need this done a couple of times a year. There are exceptions though based on bather load (pool usage).
10. Wipe/clean tile line weekly. This will reduce build-up.
11. If you have a salt water chlorine generator than you will need to check and clean the blades in the unit about every 30 days. If the red flow light or flow meter is on or reading less than normal, then the blades are likely calcified and producing little to zero chlorine. Turn the pump off, bleed off any pressure, undo the unions and clean the blades per the manufacturer's recommendations.
12. Always keep chemicals stored out of direct sunlight. Keep them in a cool dry place. Do NOT store acid and chlorine right next to each other.
13. Your pool should not need to be shocked on any regular basis if you have an ozone system. If you need to do it, do it at night. Use non-chorine based shock if you plan on swimming any time soon. Another way to shock your pool would be to run your pump for 24 hours using your ozone system. This works great! If you are on 24 hour circulation (2-speed or variable speed pump) than you should be just fine.
14. If you start seeing any cracks around the perimeter of your pool between your deck and your tile, caulk it with a small bead of clear silicon. Do not allow the water to migrate from inside the pool in and under the deck through cracks at this joint.
15. Keep vegetation, animals, chemicals (like fertilizers and ironite) away from and out of the pool. Nitrates from bird droppings and waste from animals and people are food for algae. Don't feed the algae!

FOR CONTACT DETAILS:
10, DIYA STREET, GBAGADA, LAGOS-NIGERIA
+2348072292381
info@chogonfacilities.com
www.chogonfacilities.com

CHOGON Facilities Services Limited (a division of CHOGON WILLS LIMITED) is an indigenous total facilities management company offering global standard services to individuals and businesses across different sectors of the economy including Real Estates, residential and business premises, Food processing companies, Oil & Gas, Telecommunications, Financial services, Manufacturing etc.
We are probably the most diversified facilities management company in the country today; providing a complete range of tailor-made business support services ranging from Fumigation/Pest Control Services, Environmental Services and Building maintenance services. Interestingly, while delivering value for money, Timeliness (speed) and safety standards to our clients we maintain optimal balance between quality and cost. Our Range of services includes Hard MEC, Soft FM services and Security services.
SOFT FACILITIES SERVICES INCLUDES;
• Professional Cleaning & Janitorial services
• Fumigation & Pest control
• Executive House Keeping service
• Professional Tea/Pantry services
• Sewage Management Service
• Post Construction Cleaning
• General Facilities Procurements and Supplies.
• Security/Manned Guard Services.
HARD FACILITIES SERVICES INCLUDES;
• Generator Maintenance
• Air conditioning maintenance
• Electrical/Power Maintenance
• Plumbing service
• Fire Safety installation& Maintenance
• Bore hole and water treatment maintenance

OUR AFFLIATE COMPANIES
• CHOGON KLINAS LTD
• CHOGON GUARDS SAFETY LTD
• CHOGON WILLS LIMITED

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10, DIYA STREET, GBAGADA, LAGOS-NIGERIA
+2348072292381
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FUMIGATIONS AND PEST CONTROL TIPS
We are expertise in the following Services:
• Termite Proofing Treatment
• Bedbugs Treatment
• Rodent Control (For Rats)
• General Fumigation for all insects
• Industrial Fumigation Services
Our Fumigation and Pest Control Services unit has highly experienced and professional staff and our motto is to leave your Bungalows/Villas, Apartments, Industries, Offices etc. Smartly Clean.
If you have any problem of “Termites, Cockroaches, Bedbugs, Rats, etc. then please do not hesitate to contact us.

Services for Pest Control
Get one Fumigation Services absolutely FREE on 2 Fumigation Services! This is a Special Offer from CHOGON FUMIGATION AND PEST CONTROL

Fumigation Services
Fumigation Services for Rats, Cockroaches, Termites, Bedbugs, etc.

If you have any problem of Rats, Cockroaches, Termites, Bedbugs, etc. then contact us now for Fumigation Services in Nigeria.
Industrial Fumigation Services
We are specialized in Rodent Control Services for Industries.
Mills Fumigation Services
If you have any problem of Rats, Termites, Cockroaches, Bedbugs, etc. then contact us now for best Fumigation Services .

Home Pest Control Services
Chogon Fumigation and pest control Services for Termites, Bedbugs , Cockroaches, Rats, etc.

Pest Control
Clean your Home or Offices from Rats, Termites, Bedbugs, Cockroaches, etc.
Additional Services
We provide additional services, power washing and deck cleaning. We provide customized pest programs to fit your needs.

Birds
certain species of birds have become recognized public health threats because they harbor disease organisms that can be transmitted to humans. Bird droppings are an added problem, signing unsanitary conditions and eating away at building finishes. Domestic Pest Control customizes a bird control program that uses habitat modification to make your facility unattractive to birds.

Flies
Flies are among the filthiest insects around, carrying more than 100 known pathogens including: salmonella, staphylococcus, E. coli and shigella. We help prevent flies as part of our comprehensive fly control program.

Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes cause various diseases such as malaria, dengue, etc. In damp conditions breeding takes place. Many people avoid going to places where mosquitoes are rampant.
We can make People go everywhere by keeping the mosquitoes abate
Ants
Ants represent a major problem for businesses because they are attracted to a variety of food sources ranging from sugars to fats to proteins. They contaminate your products and their bites can be dangerous. We prevent ants in their tracks by implementing a variety of measures, such as sealing cracks and crevices in building.
Rodents
Rodents thrive on unsanitary conditions. They cause damage to food industry. Rats are associated 20 fatal diseases. We recommend the best solution to prevent rodents. We offer the best services and try our level best to solve your worries regarding rodents.

Stored-Product Pests
Stored-product pests such as grain weevils, Indian meal moths or saw-toothed and merchant grain weevils grow on grain, bran, rice and flour. Apart from causing damage, they contaminate the food products. We at CHOGON FUMIGATION AND PEST CONTROL help to recognize and prevent stored product pests.
We at CHOGON FUMIGATION AND PEST CONTROL Unit offer outstanding quality pest control services for residences, gardens and commercial places. With the support of well skilled team of professionals associated with us, we proffer natural pest control services. The pest control service provided by our company is widely used for purifying the environment by identifying different types of pests and insects. With a committed team of trained service personnel, we are competent to handle any volume of pest management assignments and execute the same successfully
 
OUR SERVICES FOR FUMIGATION:
Eradication of Bedbugs
Eradication of Cockroaches
Eradication of Mosquitoes
Eradication of Ticks
Eradication of Spiders
Eradication of House Flies
Eradication of Termites
Eradication of Scorpion
Eradication of Snakes
Eradication of Mouse and Rats
Eradication of Bats

FOR CONTACT DETAILS:
10, DIYA STREET, GBAGADA, LAGOS-NIGERIA
+2348072292381
info@chogonfacilities.com
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• Air conditioner installation
• Appraising of property
• Carpentry
• Ceiling repair
• Ceramic tile repair
• Cleaning
• Concrete work
• Door installation
• Door repair
• Drain cleaning
• Dryer vent cleaning
• Dryer vent installation
• Drywall Installation
• Drywall repair
• Electrical wiring
• Energy Updates
• Fan installation
• Fence fixing
• Fireplace cleaning
• Flooring Installation and Repair
• Foundations • General Maintenance
• Gutter Cleaning
• Gutter Repair
• Heating system tune-up
• Home inspections
• Home security systems
• Hot tubs and spas
• Insulation installation (batts)
• Insulation installation (blown-in)
• Painting
• Patio stone installation
• Pest control
• Plumbing repairs
• Remodeling basements
• Remodeling bathrooms
• Remodeling kitchens
• Roofing
• Safety modifications
• Sealing driveways
• Senior Living Modifications
• Septic system repair
• Shelf installation
• Shelving
• Soundproofing
• Sprinkler repair
• Sprinkler system installation
• Stain removal
• Staining furniture
• Stone work
• Storage area construction
• Storage area repair
• Swapping a toilet
• Swimming pool maintenance
• Tiling
• Wall building
• Water purification
• Water softening
• Window cleaning
• Window installation
• Window repair

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+2348072292381
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5 Tips for Large Machinery Maintenance

Preventive and regularly scheduled maintenance is vital to the efficiency and life of large machinery. Heavy machinery makes it possible for traditional industries to operate on a large scale. Mining and agriculture are among the global industries that could not exist in today's world at the scale they do without the use of large machinery to support their operations.
Benefits of Maintenance
Preventive maintenance preserves the value of the equipment. Keeping machines in good working order extends equipment life and keeps operators safe. It also ensures the availability of the machinery.
Early detection of problems allows repairs to be made before the situation worsens. Machinery that does not need to be taken offline for extensive repairs will avoid production interruptions. Regular inspections and analysis can be used to predict and prevent component failures that may create safety hazards and machinery breakdowns.
Safety
Good maintenance is important for worker safety. Large machinery maintenance can be dangerous. It is often conducted in close contact with running machinery. The conditions can be closely confined and unhealthy. The work is non-routine and subject to human error. There is often time pressure involved as well. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that 15 to 20 percent of industrial accidents and 10 to 15 percent of all fatal industrial accidents are related to maintenance operations.
Preventive maintenance and scheduled equipment overhauls can diminish the chances of large machinery breakdown and thus lessen the risks that technicians face in onsite repairs. Accidents in the workplace are also significantly reduced.
Following are five tips for large machinery maintenance.
1. Keep Daily Records of Use and Oversee Operation
Large machinery wear and breakdown are often made worse by unskilled handling. Keeping records of machinery use and monitoring daily operations can help pinpoint when and where the machinery is being used by inadequately skilled operators.
A new way to oversee the operations of large machinery is via GPS. The device tracks movement and records it in digital records, which are organized to be easily retrieved. Problems can be caught early, and breakdowns can be prevented.
2. Maintain a Schedule of Planned Maintenance
Components break down, and wear is inevitable. Establish forecasts for the expected life of all components and replace them on schedule. Part replacement must be done by knowledgeable technicians.
Bearings are key components of heavy machinery equipment and can be easily damaged or worn. Bearing housings should be regularly maintained, including inspection for corrosion and wear, and replaced when necessary. A maintenance log should also be kept to ensure regular checks are not missed and compliance is measured.
3. Lubricate and Clean Frequently
Working heavy machinery requires daily maintenance. Some components, especially moving parts in engines and power trains, demand frequent lubrication. Other components, such as hydraulic lifts and bearings, must be monitored and lubricated at the first sign of need.
Contamination can lead to machinery breakdown. Water is a major source of corrosion. Lubrication prevents corrosion. Maintaining seals and replacing filters will help keep lubricants free of contaminants.
4. Inspect and Monitor Components for Wear and Damage
A planned maintenance schedule can predict component wear. Visually inspect components on an ongoing basis to monitor wear and prevent equipment failure. Components that must be replaced ahead of schedule may signal a larger problem that needs to be diagnosed.
Check belts, pulleys and chains for alignment and condition. Inspect gears and sprockets for broken teeth, cracks and misalignment.
Fluid analysis should also be part of a regular maintenance schedule. Analysis of used lubricants and other fluids is an excellent way to diagnose problems and prevent machinery wear and breakdown. Identifying contaminants in the fluids can lead analysts to the source of wear and damage.
5. Protect Equipment During Storage
Large machinery should be stored under cover whenever possible. Motors, turbines, mixers and other equipment should be rotated frequently. Inspect idle machinery for rust, condensation and contamination. Don't forget to check all lubricants. Oil-mist lubrication is a good solution for the damaging effects of warm, humid environme


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15 Tips For Keeping Your Home Swimming Pool Sparkling Clean and Healthy To Use
1. Check pool chemistry 2-3 times per week during the summer and once per week in the winter.
2. Clean out skimmer basket(s) weekly, or as needed if conditions exist.
3. Clean hair and lint pot in the pump every couple of weeks or as needed. Turn off pump to do this.
4. Check and monitor water level at least once per month, adjust as needed. Water level should be at the center of the tile or skimmer.
5. Check Deck-Chlor/Inline Chlorinator at least once per week for proper adjustment. Check flow as needed while you check chlorine readings. Make sure chlorine tablets are in the Deck-Chlor or Inline Unit, adjust as necessary to maintain adequate chlorine levels.
6. Make sure light is on in the ozone unit, if you have one. Crack valve only slightly at the pump. Be careful not to break any of the connections -- they are fragile. Check flow-meter often to ensure adjustment is within range.
7. Add catalyst tabs if you have one as needed following instructions for the gallons of water in your pool. Keep them in a cool dry place or they will turn into block form.
8. Clean your filters. This may be necessary after a heavy storm or once every few months depending on conditions in your pool. It would be best to clean them about every 4-6 months. Just remind yourself to do it each time you come back from the dentist, or each time you change the air filters in your home, which should be about the same frequency. If you have an extra set of elements it is a much easier and quicker job. Soak dirty filters in a 10% solution of muriatic acid or a solution of TSP (trisodium phosphate). Use a rubber trash can. Wear gloves and eye protection. Be careful! Always add acid to water, NOT water to acid. Rinse until clean and let them dry. Put your supplies away until your next swap-out.
9. As you are monitoring your pool, take note:
1. are your returns very weak?
2. is the in-floor cleaning system not working very well?
3. is the water clarity starting to look bad?
If any of these conditions exist, it is likely time to clean the filters. Most pools should only need this done a couple of times a year. There are exceptions though based on bather load (pool usage).
10. Wipe/clean tile line weekly. This will reduce build-up.
11. If you have a salt water chlorine generator than you will need to check and clean the blades in the unit about every 30 days. If the red flow light or flow meter is on or reading less than normal, then the blades are likely calcified and producing little to zero chlorine. Turn the pump off, bleed off any pressure, undo the unions and clean the blades per the manufacturer's recommendations.
12. Always keep chemicals stored out of direct sunlight. Keep them in a cool dry place. Do NOT store acid and chlorine right next to each other.
13. Your pool should not need to be shocked on any regular basis if you have an ozone system. If you need to do it, do it at night. Use non-chorine based shock if you plan on swimming any time soon. Another way to shock your pool would be to run your pump for 24 hours using your ozone system. This works great! If you are on 24 hour circulation (2-speed or variable speed pump) than you should be just fine.
14. If you start seeing any cracks around the perimeter of your pool between your deck and your tile, caulk it with a small bead of clear silicon. Do not allow the water to migrate from inside the pool in and under the deck through cracks at this joint.
15. Keep vegetation, animals, chemicals (like fertilizers and ironite) away from and out of the pool. Nitrates from bird droppings and waste from animals and people are food for algae. Don't feed the algae!

FOR CONTACT DETAILS:
10, DIYA STREET, GBAGADA, LAGOS-NIGERIA
+2348072292381
info@chogonfacilities.com
www.chogonfacilities.com

I Have My Eye On You
For the most part, a piece of machinery or area of your facility only has a finite number of things that can go wrong with it. Most of that we can plan for, but not all of it. Because of this, a visual inspection of building grounds and equipment (preferably on a schedule) is key to your preventative maintenance plan. Take the time to check your machinery and facility thoroughly. Look for warning signs such as chipped paint, water leaks, creaky doors, and so forth. Spending the time to catch small problems before they become large will more than pay off in the end.
Assess Your Assets
Another important step to a great preventative maintenance plan is creating an asset list. Draw up a list containing every piece of equipment under your care, and then make notes about each of them. For instance, if your facility has a water heater, how old is it? What is the product life expectancy? How long is the warranty? Who do you call if the equipment breaks? Where do you find spare parts? What condition is it currently in?
If you don’t have an inventory list, you can’t tell what is missing and you can’t stick to your maintenance schedule.
Crack the Whip
Handing out work orders willy-nilly does not always cut it. Having technicians assigned to specific tasks and holding them accountable for said tasks is another smart way to keep on task. Don’t just randomly have a stack of work orders for employees to handle – give each person a specific job. This helps avoid the confusion of “Oh, I thought he was doing it” situations.
Take Advantage of Technology
The best tip I can give you is this: Get yourself a computerized maintenance management system. It is the number one thing you can do to help ensure that your maintenance plan stays on course. Without one, you may as well be a ship without a compass.


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Event Security is a hot-button issue for everyone these days. The first family, the royal family, heck, even your own family has no doubt been touched by security concerns at home, school, work or on the road. Event marketers are no exception. From red carpet affairs to county fairs, trade shows to fashion shows, having the proper security measures in place can ease the minds of attendees, exhibitors, speakers and celebrity guests, and even reduce insurance costs.
Having event security sends guests the message that not only do you have their safety in mind, it tells them that the event is important enough to have security on hand. This can be a great way to boost the prestige level of your event and to show others that you take event planning seriously enough to cover all contingencies.”
Event security is the one thing that planners and production companies tend to spend the least on, however. “But it is one of the most important things about your event,
Top eight tips for event security in the modern world.
1. Enlist Expert Advice
Hire experts who know how to cope with large numbers of people and handle any situation or threat with a professional response that does not cause a scene. Ask for references and make sure they are properly insured. Many individuals state they have an event security company but don’t have insurance or experience.
2. Assess Your Event
Before requesting the number of event security guards you think you need, let the security expert assess your event based on capacity, attendees, venue and nature of your event to determine whether it is “high” or “low” profile experience.
“The organizer may describe the event as a product launch, but it could be for a sensitive product that may not be liked by certain people or groups. The same for charity events and fundraisers with corporate ceos and wealthy people in attendance. “Someone with a grudge against the company or the executive could try to come in and protest, disrupt or do harm.”
3. Prepare for Protest
Always be clear with the event security expert if the client sponsoring the event may draw hatred or negative feedback toward their mission. People may launch an attack against a company they feel discriminates against its workers, doesn’t pay them enough, mismanaged their retirement portfolios or any other reason they feel is justified.
Have the event security experts liaise with the local police department and let them know who and what is happening.
4. Screen Guests and Staff
Make sure all guests are properly screened and checked in with proper credentials. “Are you trying to prevent party crashers from sneaking in and having a few shrimp or bashing for a free beer, or are you trying to prevent a more serious disruption?” The event security staff will familiarize themselves with the guest list and turn away those who have not been formally invited.
Additionally, have your event security partner screen all vendors and their employees supplying services, to see if they are biased towards the event.
5. Skip the Surprise Searches
Invitations should disclose that “all persons and property are subject to search” and proper ID is required. That way there will be no surprises at the door. Some events are no-cell phone zones. “We take their cell phones away so they can’t photograph what is going on, or post it to a social media site,” “We check them with a coat-check ticket and they get it back on their way out.”
6. Budget for Safety
In today’s world climate of terrorism, for high-profile events save your money on the shrimp and lobster and direct it towards event security, walk-through metal detectors, K-9 sweeps and more. “If you shop by price, you will get your unwanted guests and sleeping guards. “Budget is very important. People need to know what they are getting themselves into and what the scope of their event is.”
A red-carpet affair with top-level security normally requires “platinum” level event security from a top-level provider with mostly off-duty police officers on hand. A middle-level package involves licensed security guards, perhaps someone who works as a janitor during the day and moonlights as a security guard by night. The lowest level provides fire guards, which are required by law and varies from state-to-state.
7. Have Medical Support
For large capacity events always have an emergency medical crew onsite for first response and to handle the unexpected food allergy, medical condition, heart attack or slip and fall head injury.
8. Create Clear Credentials
Always make sure that staff is clearly identified as staff, and not guests, with clear description of credentials.

FOR CONTACT DETAILS:
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