Certification & Training Leads to Quality Security & Safety
Crime statistics show that workplace violence continues to rise. Laws have been enacted that require employers to provide a working environment free from recognized hazards. Some insurance carriers are requiring companies to provide security personnel trained in “workplace violence mitigation.”
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), defines workplace violence as: “Any act or threat of physical violence, harassment, intimidation, or other threatening disruptive behavior that occurs at the work site.”
In addition, legislation has been passed that may require employers in the health care and social services industries to develop and implement workplace violence prevention plans to protect workers.
Why Teachout Ranks Above the Others
Several security companies advertise that their guards are “trained” to prevent workplace violence, but what does that mean? At Teachout Security, we ensure that you are completely compliant. We provide the industry’s best-trained personnel, and we focus on ensuring that our management team holds the industry’s highest level of certification in security practices and procedures.
- Our commitment to certification and advanced training starts at the top with Joe Cozart, our President and CEO. Joe is one of only two Certified Security Trainers (CST) in the State of Michigan.
- Mike Morgan, Corporate Compliance & Training Manager, and Derek Loomis, Director of Operations, lead the company in professional certifications. They are two of the five “Triple Crowns” in Michigan, and there are fewer than 200 in the world. The prestigious “Triple Crown” of security certifications includes the Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Professional Certified Investigator (PCI), and Physical Security Professional (PSP) designations. Mike also holds a PhD in Criminal Justice with a cognitive focus on Homeland Security and Counterterrorism.
- The Certified Protection Professional (CPP) is considered the “gold standard” certification for security management professionals and demonstrates knowledge and competency in several key security disciplines. Other CPP-certified members of Teachout Security include Vice President Bart Bennett and David Blank, Director of Operations.
- Certified Healthcare Protection Administrator (CHPA) is an internationally recognized credential for healthcare security leaders. It is conferred by the International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS). Two of our leaders hold the CHPA, Bart Bennett and Tammy Gauthier, Healthcare Account Manager.
- The American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) offers a wide range of education programs, publications, and events designed to support its members at every stage in their careers. The ASIS Workplace Violence Certification holders are Bart Bennett, Dave Blank, and Tammy Gauthier, Healthcare Account Manager.
- Jamie Small, Branch Operations Manager in Jackson, holds an SSMP (Security Supervision and Management Program) certification from IFPO (International Foundation for Protection Officers).
Building upon this foundation of Excellence and Professionalism, Teachout Security has provided world-class security services throughout Michigan for more than 40 years. When it comes to preventing workplace violence, we certify that your safety and security are our first priority.
Doesn’t your company deserve the best security team? For more information, contact us at info@teachoutsecurity.com or call (800) 747-0755.
