To strengthen anti-sabotage checks and enhance security systems in hotels, malls and other commercial establishments, the Mysuru City Police will train private security guards employed at these places on the best ways to perform screening checks. In the aftermath of the recent bomb blast in Bengaluru, the police here have stepped up surveillance against sabotaging acts.
As terrorists and anti-social elements have begun to target commercial establishments, it has become essential to properly frisk people visiting these places, according to the police.
“By and large, guards do not frisk the visitors thoroughly. They need to be sensitised on their role in foiling acts of sabotage. If they properly screen visitors with gadgets like metal detectors, the job of the police becomes much easier,” said Police Commissioner M.A. Saleem.
Speaking to The Hindu , Mr. Saleem said many private guards did not have proper knowledge of using anti-sabotage checking gadgetry.
Understanding this, a free training programme had been specially structured for these guards on anti-sabotage aspects. The training will be held from February 5 to 7. Interested security guards or agencies can call Assistant Commissioner of Police (City Armed Reserve) Mallikarjunappa on 0821-2418347 or 9480802210 for registration.
