{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:38:29.023Z","occupation":{"soc":"33-9032.00","title":"Security Guards","group":"Protective Service","sector":"56","jobZone":2,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers security guard practice in commercial, industrial, and public-access environments, spanning patrol operations, access control, emergency response, incident reporting, and guard team leadership calibrated to Job Zone 2 preparation levels.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Door and gate locking procedures — follow step-by-step under direct supervision to secure building entrances and exits at the end of each shift.","Patrol routes — complete assigned walking rounds on a commercial or industrial site following a prescribed schedule provided by a supervisor.","Alarm signals — recognize and report basic alarm activations to a supervisor or dispatch center according to posted emergency protocols.","Visitor and employee access logs — record arrivals and departures manually or in an office suite application under close supervisory guidance.","Basic first aid supplies — locate and apply under direction when responding to a minor medical incident on site.","Daily activity reports — document routine observations and shift events using a word processing template provided by the site supervisor.","Rule infraction notices — deliver verbal warnings to individuals committing minor violations using scripted language reviewed with a supervisor.","Radio or telephone communication — use to relay routine messages and status updates to a dispatch center following standard operating procedures.","Surveillance camera feeds — monitor assigned screens for unusual activity and flag anomalies to a senior guard for evaluation.","Post orders and site maps — read and reference to understand assigned coverage areas and applicable security policies before beginning solo patrols."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Building perimeter security — conduct independent patrol rounds on a commercial or industrial site, checking doors, windows, and gates for signs of intrusion without constant supervision.","Access control decisions — evaluate and authorize or deny employee and visitor entry based on established credential policies at a staffed security desk.","Alarm response procedures — investigate disturbances triggered by alarms, assess the situation on arrival, and coordinate with emergency services when warranted.","Medical emergency assistance — administer basic first aid or CPR to an injured patron or employee and contact paramedics in line with site emergency response plans.","Incident reports — write clear, factual shift reports documenting property damage, theft, or unauthorized persons using office suite or document management software.","Crowd circulation management — move among visitors or employees in a retail or event environment to maintain order and deter opportunistic misconduct.","Conflict de-escalation — apply social perceptiveness and active listening techniques to calm a disruptive individual before physical intervention becomes necessary.","Violation enforcement — warn rule violators, request compliance, and escalate to removal or apprehension when a subject refuses to comply on assigned premises.","Network and video monitoring software — use to track real-time camera feeds and entry logs, identifying suspicious patterns across multiple access points.","Shift handover communication — brief the oncoming guard accurately on open incidents, access changes, and site conditions using spoken and written summaries."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex perimeter assessments — evaluate physical vulnerabilities of an industrial or commercial facility during patrol and recommend corrective measures to site management.","Multi-entry access control — independently manage authorization protocols for high-traffic entrances, applying critical thinking to flag credential anomalies or tailgating attempts.","Emergency coordination — serve as on-site point of contact during a medical or security emergency, directing paramedics or law enforcement to the correct location while maintaining crowd safety.","Thorough incident investigation — gather witness accounts, review surveillance footage, and compile detailed written reports suitable for law enforcement or insurance review.","Behavioral threat recognition — apply deductive reasoning and problem sensitivity to identify patterns of suspicious behavior across repeated observations in a commercial environment.","Force continuum decisions — exercise sound judgment to determine appropriate response levels — from verbal warning through physical apprehension — when enforcing trespass or violation policies.","Technology-integrated monitoring — correlate data from network monitoring software, electronic alarm systems, and camera feeds to detect security gaps and respond proactively.","Policy interpretation — read and apply law, government regulations, and site-specific post orders to novel or ambiguous situations without supervisory input.","Mentorship of new guards — guide newly assigned security personnel through site-specific procedures, post orders, and patrol expectations during their initial weeks on post.","Customer and stakeholder communication — interact professionally with building tenants, executives, and law enforcement representatives, balancing security requirements with customer service obligations."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Security program oversight — design and implement comprehensive patrol schedules, post orders, and access control policies for a multi-site commercial or industrial security operation.","Risk assessment leadership — conduct systematic vulnerability analyses of premises and translate findings into actionable security improvement plans presented to organizational leadership.","Emergency response planning — develop and rehearse site-wide emergency protocols covering medical events, intrusions, and evacuations, coordinating with local law enforcement and paramedic services.","Guard force development — establish training curricula and performance standards for a security guard team, building competency in first aid, conflict management, and reporting practices.","Technology strategy — evaluate and recommend procurement of surveillance, access control, and network monitoring platforms aligned with organizational security objectives and budget constraints.","Cross-functional coordination — collaborate with facilities management, HR, and legal teams to align security policies with compliance requirements, employment law, and risk management goals.","Performance metrics and reporting — design shift reporting frameworks and key performance indicators, analyzing trend data to reduce incidents and demonstrate security program value to executives.","Regulatory and legal guidance — interpret public safety statutes, trespass law, and use-of-force regulations for the organization, ensuring all security practices maintain legal compliance.","Crisis communications leadership — direct internal and external messaging during a significant security event, maintaining calm, accuracy, and coordination with public safety agencies.","Culture of integrity and dependability — model and institutionalize professional standards of conduct, self-control, and ethical decision-making across the entire security workforce."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}