Halloween has come and gone and the holidays are fast approaching. This year looks to be a bit different with the supply chain issues taking place right now. Store shelves look to be bare so there may be an increase in theft from porch pirates or in store shoplifting. When resources are scant, crime increases. Add that to the pandemic and it’s a good idea to put in place some safety practices for the holiday season. Holiday Safety Tips Lock Your Office This should be a no brainer, but when leaving the office be sure to lock it. If you’re going in to catch up on a weekend or when the... Read More

Summer is here and that means it’s time to update or create a summertime safety list. Summer is a time of sun and fun, but it can also be deadly if you don’t follow some summer time safety precautions. Prevention is key and in order to prevent disasters from happening you need to be prepared. The heat is probably the biggest threat during the summer months. Excessive heat can kill so be sure to follow these safety tips regarding the heat. Hydrate – Make sure you’re hydrated during the summer. Make sure your pets are hydrated too. Drink plenty of water and stay away from... Read More

Do you have an emergency plan? If you do have you updated it recently. If the horrific collapse of the condos in Miami illustrate – bad things can and do happen when you least expect it – so it’s good to be prepared. Click here if you’d like to help the victims of the Surfside Condo collapse. In fact, you should have several plans. Not all emergencies require the same kind of action, so have plans in place for various scenarios. In Jacksonville, FL we plan for hurricane. That can mean boarding up the windows or it can mean leaving the area until the all clear has been given... Read More

It’s been a long year. We may be coming out of the pandemic, but it still feels like things are off. If you’re like me you probably still have to think what day it is, or even what year it is. Many of the milestones we use to keep us on track have changed drastically. Sports are now coming back, but their absence has hindered many people’s perception of time. Missing family and friends over the holidays may have you wondering if the holidays have happened or if they are about to happen. I can’t tell you how many times sine Easter I have thought I need to start making plans... Read More

We’ve seen a large uptick in crime this past year. It should come as no surprise with people being out of work, and cooped up with nothing to do due to the pandemic. Crime is up across the board and if you need security, we can help. EBS Security provides top notch security to businesses, retail establishments, restaurants, and body guard services in the Jacksonville, FL area. Due to the uptick in crime, it’s more important than ever to be mindful of your surroundings. Below are a few things you can do to better protect yourself during these difficult and challenging times. Vehicle... Read More

Since the Covid-19 outbreak, most of us who are non-essential workers have been stuck at home. While it might seem boring, it’s actually hugely helpful in preventing many more deaths due to the coronavirus. It just doesn’t feel all that helpful when you’re stuck at home. Additionally, being stuck at home can be a great source of anxiety. Not only are you stuck at home, but you’ve likely got more time on your hands to think about all the uncertainty that is currently our new normal. Offering a helping hand during stressful times is a great way to combat both boredom and anxiety.... Read More

In order for everyone to stay Safer at Home, as declared by Mayor Lenny Curry, we should all be remaining in our homes unless we need to leave them for essentials. Essentials include getting groceries, going to the bank, getting gas, picking up prescriptions. Of course we can also go outside for exercise and fresh air as long as we practice self-distancing. Most commercial and retail businesses have been closed during the Safer at Home order, except for those deemed essential. Essential Businesses include: Health care workers Law enforcement Grocery stores Pharmacies Restaurants – as long... Read More

Are you a member of your neighborhood Facebook page? Have you installed the Nextdoor app on your phone? While both of these sites/apps can be sources of frustration filled with passive/aggressive posts, studies show the benefits of these groups outweigh the negative. Additionally, being part of your neighborhood online group helps keep your community safer. Benefits of Online Neighborhood Groups Connection – If you’re new to the area these online communities are a great way to meet the neighbors. Welcome Wagons are a thing of the past, unless you make a concerted effort to meet your... Read More

Happy Valentine’s Day! Protect yourself this Valentine’s Day by avoiding these romance scams that are popping up all over the internet. Each day it seems like there is a new app for finding love, and with each new app someone finds a way to exploit the people who use it. Don’t fall victim to these ruthless people. How can you tell you’re being scammed? Each year thousands of people fall victim to romance scammers. They start out looking to find love and end up with a broken heart and empty bank account. Don’t be their next victim. If it sounds too good to be true it... Read More

At EBS Security we’re all about safety, and one of the ways to keep people safe is to make sure their homes and work environments are tested for radon. January is Radon Awareness Month, a great time to find out your radon levels. Did you know that radon is responsible for more than 21,000 lung cancer deaths each year? In Florida one in five homes tests positive for elevated radon levels. Radon can be found in all types of buildings – single family homes, townhouses, schools, office buildings, hi rises, and strip malls – radon can be found anywhere. It doesn’t matter how... Read More