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''See Also [[Chapter 5: Noncombatants#Private Security Contractors|TC 7-100.3 Irregular Opposing Forces>Chapter 5: Noncombatants>Private Security Contractors]]'' | ''See Also [[Chapter 5: Noncombatants#Private Security Contractors|TC 7-100.3 Irregular Opposing Forces>Chapter 5: Noncombatants>Private Security Contractors]]'' | ||
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[[File:Private Security Company Example.PNG|thumb|right|350px|Private Security Company Structure Example]] | [[File:Private Security Company Example.PNG|thumb|right|350px|Private Security Company Structure Example]] | ||
| − | "Private security Companies" are a localized security and protection capability. These are a commercial response to high community crime and/or police inadequacy. They will often be contracted to provide services, such as static security or patrolling for business, residences, or secured residential communities. Services at customer sites may be augmented electronic or physical capabilities, including electrified or barbed wire, monitored cameras, and rapid response services. | + | "Private security Companies" are a localized security and protection capability. These are a commercial response to high community crime and/or police inadequacy. They will often be contracted to provide services, such as static security or patrolling for business, residences, or secured residential communities. Services at customer sites may be augmented electronic or physical capabilities, including electrified or barbed wire, monitored cameras, and rapid response services. |
===Characteristics=== | ===Characteristics=== | ||
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===Criticism=== | ===Criticism=== | ||
Local PSCs often recruit from the poor areas in and around urban environments, although former military personnel are prized. They may be the largest entry-level employer. The quality of employee can vary significantly - usually with the cost of the service being the determinant. Depending on the individual and even company culture, these guards may either be hated or loved by the community in which they operate. Some have been arrested for overstepping their authority and acting as paramilitary or simply violent gangs. Despite problems, they are largely seen as the best option against street crime and gangs in difficult-to-police areas. | Local PSCs often recruit from the poor areas in and around urban environments, although former military personnel are prized. They may be the largest entry-level employer. The quality of employee can vary significantly - usually with the cost of the service being the determinant. Depending on the individual and even company culture, these guards may either be hated or loved by the community in which they operate. Some have been arrested for overstepping their authority and acting as paramilitary or simply violent gangs. Despite problems, they are largely seen as the best option against street crime and gangs in difficult-to-police areas. | ||
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| + | ==Private Security Corporations== | ||
| + | [[File:JIDSI possible structure.PNG|thumb|400px|right|Possible Corporate PSC Organization]]Corporate forms that provide nearly military levels of capabilities are a growing condition in all operational environments. These highly organized and capable entities, such as [[Jaguar Integral Defence Services International]], often operate outside of traditional jurisdictions. | ||
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| + | ===Characteristics=== | ||
| + | *Roles: High-end site and VIP security, small-unit high-risk strikes. | ||
| + | *Generally former elite military | ||
| + | *Strong cohesion, fiercely loyal to employer | ||
| + | *Military-style uniforms, Tier 1-2 equipment | ||
| + | *Motorcycles, trucks, armored cars, small arms, APCs, HMG, RPGs, + | ||
| + | *May contract local companies for mundane requirements | ||
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| + | File:PSC Corporate 1.PNG|Corporate Security | ||
| + | File:PSC Corporate 2.PNG|Corporate Security APC | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
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| + | ===Criticism=== | ||
| + | Corporate security firms have been publicly criticized, and sometimes condemned, for over-aggression and accusations of extra-judicial actions. | ||
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| + | [[Category:Private Security]] | ||