There are many types of security activities: from ensuring security in a small minimarket to working as a bodyguard for a politician or businessman. Each option has its own characteristics, and the work of a security guard in a nightclub is no exception.
Working as a security guard is a popular solution for many: students who want to earn extra money, guys who have recently returned from the army, university graduates who have not had time to find a job in their specialty. Not everyone gets a job in professional security agencies that conduct special training and are licensed to carry service weapons by employees, most simply come to work on an ad. This could be the security service of a supermarket, shopping center, medical facility, or nightclub.
Requirements for candidates
As a rule, the requirements for candidates are quite simple: good physical shape, work experience, military service, no criminal record or bad habits. Due to such a low "threshold for entry" into the profession, the work of a security guard is rarely considered prestigious and interesting. In addition, most people treat security officials as service personnel, and the lack of service weapons often leads to the need to deal with troublemakers with their bare hands.
In the case of working as a security guard in a nightclub, a large number of people are added to the difficulties, some of whom are deliberately aggressive. In addition, many offenders are flushed with alcohol, so it can be very difficult to calm them down. In fact, the main role in preventing and settling various conflicts in a nightclub is played not even by the excellent physical shape of the security guard, but by his self-confidence, the ability to convince even the most aggressive opponents. In the end, even the city's bodybuilding champion will not be able to withstand ten people in a fight, so the main task of the guard is to prevent the conflict from going into the "active phase".
Features of "club life"
There are many violations that a nightclub security guard is obliged to suppress: dances with cigarettes, the distribution of illegal substances and drugs, and attempts to smuggle weapons or dangerous objects into the clubhouse, and smashing dishes. If a security guard works at the entrance to the club, his duties are added to the inspection of visitors' belongings, face control, screening of guests who are intoxicated or intoxicated. At the same time, the influx of visitors, especially on weekends, is so great that the slightest delay can create a crush and unpleasant incidents, so the security officer must make decisions quickly enough. Finally, conflicts with law enforcement officers on vacation, their relatives and simply "influential people" are almost inevitable. In such cases, you need to politely but firmly remind that laws and regulations apply to everyone, regardless of official position.
Contrary to popular stereotype, a good nightclub security officer is not a slow, slow-thinking athlete. Rather, it is a specialist who is able to quickly make important decisions, convince people, and settle conflicts in the bud. However, you should not forget about good physical shape, because even the impressive appearance of a security guard in many cases can calm violent visitors.
