Security Supervisor how-to

How to Review an Incident Report

Good reports protect the client and the company.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Good reports protect the client and the company. In short: check; make; confirm, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Check who, what, when, where and how.

  2. Make sure facts are separated from opinions.

  3. Confirm times and names.

  4. Check for clear, professional language.

  5. Ask for corrections if needed.

  6. Approve and send to the client as required.

Safety reminders for security supervisors

  • Follow use-of-force policies
  • Wear high-visibility gear on outdoor patrols
  • Keep radio contact with officers
  • Know emergency plans for each site

Post orders · Access control · Incident report · Patrol · CCTV · Escalation: see the full security supervisor glossary.

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