For the full articles, please click the following link. Alwinco Newsletter 0125 Independent security risk assessment independent security risk assessor Independent security risk assessor. At Alwinco, we provide independent security risk assessments that identify and address the specific security risks of each property. Recently, we conducted an assessment of a residential estate in Ficksburg and […]
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At Alwinco, We specialize in independent security risk assessments that identify and address the unique challenges of each property. Our assessments reveal hidden security risks and provide practical, actionable recommendations to enhance security effectively. If you would like to learn more about our assessments or have specific topics you want us to address, please email
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Introduction The holiday season should be a time of celebration, not fear. Yet, this time of year brings a noticeable spike in hijackings, burglaries, scams, and other crimes. Criminals rely on distraction, routine, and poorly coordinated security systems to take advantage of unsuspecting victims. Over the holiday season, we conducted an independent security risk assessment
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Introduction If no crime is acceptable, then no security risk should be either. Yet, many companies and institutions continue to rely on outdated tools like the Risk Matrix, borrowed from Health and Safety, to justify exposure to serious threats. In the world of security, even a “low” risk is still a risk, and every overlooked
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Introduction The demand for qualified security risk assessors in South Africa has grown significantly, yet a formal training path remains unavailable. While many believe that a qualification in risk or security management is sufficient, the reality is quite different. Security risk assessment is not about theory or policy—it is about investigative insight, practical experience, and
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Introduction Have you had the conversation about your family’s safety at home? Many people assume that having an alarm system or a few cameras is enough. But real security goes deeper than surface-level installations. A physical security risk assessment looks at your home through the eyes of a criminal and identifies the gaps you may
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Time does not wait for anyone. Security Risk Assessment Financial Institutions: Time carries on ticking away – It never stops; it does not stop because you are not ready for something or perhaps because you are ill or someone you love passed away. It might feel like time stands still when you fall in love
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Security Risk Assessment Communication: While security equipment is part of the solution, it is vital to understand that security hardware and software are NOT THE ENTIRE SOLUTION. Your security hardware should be able to communicate with you. We recently conducted an independent security risk assessment for a shopping mall in Cape Town, identifying risks that
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Think it couldn’t happen to you? Think again. Sliding gates—we trust them. They’re convenient, they look secure, and they hum with the promise of protection. But here’s the truth: convenience isn’t security. Gates don’t stop criminals; they slow them down. And sometimes, not even that.The real question isn’t whether your gate can open and close
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An Independent Driveway Security Risk Assessment will eliminate the opportunity for a Hijacking. It might not make the 7 o’clock news anymore, but a very high percentage of attacks occur in the driveway of homes. For this reason, a Driveway Security Risk Assessment has become a necessity. We recently conducted an independent security risk assessment of
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