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Risk Assessment in Shopping Centres: Why is it needed?

28/05/201801/06/2018 by Anand Babu Ram

Effective, efficient and tailor-made retail security management plans are required for shopping centres, to ensure the safety of patrons, store employees, management staff, and physical assets within their premises.

What is Risk Assessment? The process of identifying possible hazards and threats to the establishment and their level of vulnerability to threats.
The risks are assessed by measuring the levels of threat and vulnerability individually. When neither of the two is present, chances of risk would be thin. To ensure zero risks, security management plans are devised to reduce threats and decrease the establishment’s vulnerabilities.

PM Malcolm Turnbull appreciates SCG Security Officers

25/05/201826/06/2018 by Ganapathy Rangappa

Malcolm Turnbull with SCG Security Officers

PM Malcolm Turnbull quoted “Thanks for keeping me safe” to our security officers S1 Troy, S2 Jamie and SO Stephanie joining RSM Cindy Clifford, after his quick visit to Westfield Carindale Shopping Centre alongside local MP Ross Vasta.

The team was also appreciated by Scentre Group Officials Adam Weinstein, Nigel Habben and Richard Heinz for their excellent work.

Congratulations team!

Celebrating International Women’s Day 2018 #PressforProgress

16/03/201816/03/2018 by Ganapathy Rangappa

International Women’s Day, a time to reflect on progress made, to call for change and to celebrate acts of courage and determination by ordinary women who have played an extraordinary role in the history of their countries and communities.

Today is International Women’s Day and this year’s theme, Press for Progress, calls on all of us to step up to help create a world that is more inclusive and equal.

Why use Southern Cross Group’s Traffic Control Services?

05/02/201827/03/2018 by Anand Babu Ram

Southern Cross Group offer comprehensive Traffic Control services 24/7.

Southern Cross Group’s proven experience in analysis, planning and implementation of traffic control services provide solutions for our clients. Our traffic control services are fully accredited and are available all year round.

We work with road authorities, councils, commercial, construction, industrial, retail and entertainment/event clients to develop critical management plans for controlled traffic requirements. Smooth passage flow and safety of motorists and pedestrians, minimizing public hazards and maximising operational efficiency is paramount.

Security Officer recognized for outstanding service at Kippa-Ring Shopping Centre

18/01/2018 by Anand Babu Ram

Jennifer Spratling (Kippa Ring CM – QIC) presenting Tom Fonoti with an Appreciation Award in recognition of “Provision of CPR and saving a life following a critical incident at Kippa Ring Shopping Centre”.

Benefits of Utilising Southern Cross Group Security Guards in Shopping Centres

12/01/2018 by Anand Babu Ram

Shopping centres are active and wonderful environments designed for the enjoyment of all visitors and tenants. Providing a welcoming and safe environment is paramount. Centre Management face challenges daily, in particularly with security due to a large amount of people gathering in these shopping precincts.

Various challenges ranging from crime to liability issues must be taken into consideration when planning and designing an effective security management strategy. A key part of the strategy is to utilise an experienced retail security solutions company who will work with Centre Management to fully anticipate customer and tenant needs and provide a safe and secure environment for all.

SCG partakes in UNICEF World Children’s Day 2017 Event

21/11/201728/03/2018 by Anand Babu Ram

World Children’s Day (A day for children, by children) marks the anniversary of the Convention on the Right of the Child.

UNICEF Australia conducted an event celebrating the day, where UNICEF Ambassadors, Artist Ken Done AM, MasterChef Winner Adam Liaw and children’s music group The Wiggles conducted events on their respective parts by encouraging a range of ‘takeovers’.

The day was a fun day with a serious message and Southern Cross Group was a part of the event. Needless to say, everyone was in their puddle-wonderful days.

Why install CCTV surveillance cameras in your infrastructure?

09/11/201725/05/2018 by Anand Babu Ram

Taking into account the increase in crime and burglaries, the need for security guards and systems has become essential to safeguard businesses, commercial premises and our homes. However choosing the right type of security system is a difficult decision to make. The choice of security systems over security guards depends on the scenario and requires an understanding of why your business needs a security system.

CCTV security or Video Surveillance Systems are one of the most cost-effective ways to provide security to a business or workplace. With the advanced technology of surveillance systems, businesses and assets can be monitored seamlessly and continuously to protect from all types of hazards and disasters. As CCTV cameras are relatively inexpensive and reliable, they are often preferred over physical security guards, or in some cases in addition to.

Path-Goal Theory of Leadership

02/11/201703/04/2018 by Anand Babu Ram

Sometimes notions are the purest source of commotion especially when it comes to decision-making about your team and team member’s performance and effectiveness. Individuals sometimes feel that the best way to manage a team is to set objectives and let them work for themselves and deliver the outcomes, which might turn out to be hard hitting on the team, as a whole. When this model is carried out amongst the team, the team member’s haven’t responded well. As an individual with the leadership and management role, how would you respond?

SCG receives the naming rights of Royal Randwick Racecourse

26/10/2017 by Anand Babu Ram

Southern Cross Group received the naming rights for a horse race at Sydney’s Royal Randwick Racecourse through City Tattersalls Club, on their Cup Day.

CEO Sam Johnson, Archie Petsas (Head of People and Culture) and Sean Crowe-Maxwell (Head of Sales and Marketing) partook in the event. Also in attendance were business partners Tony Chiefari of Featherdale Wildlife Park, Paul Breen and Kieran from Productivity Bootcamp in Construction.

Being a major sponsor of the City Tattersalls Club Cup Day, we had the privilege of getting acquainted with few notable individuals and a wide range of exposure through our branding.