Security
Unarmed security
Uniformed officers without firearms, provided by a security agency, for events, buildings, and everyday access control.
Get my summary and questionsWhen people hire one
Is this the right fit?
- Concerts, parties, weddings, and community events
- Front desk and visitor check-in for a building
- Patrols of construction sites or vacant property
- A visible, reassuring presence at a store or office
What they typically handle
- Access control and visitor check-in
- Event crowd and entry support
- Foot or vehicle patrols
- Daily activity and incident reports
Before you call
What to have ready
- The site or event, the dates, and the hours
- How many entrances or areas need coverage
- What you want officers to do, and not do
- Who on your side the officers report to
Keep sensitive details for a professional you have chosen.
On the call
Questions to ask
- What is your agency license number?
- How many officers do you recommend, and for which hours?
- Who supervises the officers on site, and how do I reach them?
- What is your minimum booking and your cancellation policy?
Common questions
What people often want to know.
What is the difference between armed and unarmed security?
Armed officers carry a firearm and need additional licensing. Unarmed officers fit most events and buildings. An agency should explain which it recommends for your setting, and why.
Can I book a person through this site?
No. Today, Proven Ally helps you understand your options and prepare. You contact and hire a security agency directly.
Get a summary to take with you.
Three quick questions, then copy or download your summary with these questions included. Ask for their license number and confirm it with your state's licensing agency before you agree to anything.