News - 4 Forces Security

Protecting Your Business

Security is becoming an increasingly important aspect of operating a business. Employers need to protect their people, property, products and equipment on a 24 hour, 365 day basis and this need has grown with the rise of information technology which often carries valuable corporate data.

Fortunately, one business in the Wolverhampton area is giving peace of mind to business leaders across the region. 4 Forces Security has, in just a few years, grown from a small family firm to one of the leading names in corporate security in the West Midlands and beyond.

The key to its success has been to offer a complete security solution which encompasses all of the services that a modern business, of any size, is likely to require.

“We offer a full consultancy service”, said Sarah Sheldon General Manager. “That means we will visit a site, look at the specific requirements of the company and offer efficient, personalised services.”

With over 100 fully trained, SIA licensed employees 4 Forces is able to assign dedicated staff to individual sites in the form of either static or reception guards. Its fleet of impressive silver liveried vehicles is becoming a familiar sight in the Wolverhampton area as it carries out mobile patrols – day and night.

Before launching the business the family had developed a considerable amount of knowledge and experience in the security industry, but their real strength has been their commitment to building strong customer relationships.

“We have worked very hard to develop a range of highly professional, reliable services and a team of well-trained, dedicated staff”, said Sarah. “We have gradually built up a reputation for providing excellent security solutions and this has enabled us to expand into new areas”.

That reputation is reflected in an extensive and growing list of clients which includes university halls of residence, leading names in food distribution and major blue chip companies.

Security Guard & Customer A number of important industry bodies have also put their stamp of approval on the firm which is a member of the British Security Industry Association. It has recently achieved IS0 9001: 2000 accreditation and SAFE contractor approval.

In 2005 4 Forces Security was awarded the prestigious status of approved contractor by the SIA (Security Industry Authority), the organisation which manages the licensing of security firms. The accreditation assures customers that all security staff have been checked for their “right to work” and have been screened to full British standards.

“We are very proud to be officially recognised by the SIA,” said Sarah. “We believe this proves that we are committed to providing security services of the highest standard and not just for the short term. We intend to build upon our success and continue our planned growth into the future.”

The company has recently moved to new premises in Albrighton which incorporate a manned control room operating to BS 7984 standards on a 24 hour, 7 day a week basis. The facilities allow managers to oversee every security operation as well as providing key-holding and alarm response services around the clock.