Security Archives - Timothy Dimoff

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Smart Solo Travel: How to Ensure Your Safety When Traveling Alone

July 17, 2023July 17, 2023Tim Dimoff

Traveling alone can be an enriching and exhilarating experience. It allows you to explore at your own pace, discover new cultures, and meet people from all walks of life. However, it also requires taking additional precautions to ensure your safety. Research Your Destination Familiarize yourself with local customs, language basics, the safest places to stay, and any potential areas to avoid. It’s also a good idea to check the US Department of State travel advisories to get the latest information on safety conditions in your destination. Share Your Itinerary Share your plans with two or three family or close...

7-Point Business Continuity Checklist During Times of Crisis

January 25, 2023January 25, 2023Tim Dimoff

Suppose you’re running a very successful business with employees who depend on you for their livelihood. If a crisis were to happen – a tornado, fire, or intentional harmful act – would you be able to recover and put people back to work in a timely fashion? Here are seven measures that can help to protect your business and prepare it for the worst-case scenario. 7 Point Business Continuity Preparedness Checklist Know your natural disaster risks. You may be at risk for earthquakes if your business is in certain parts of California. In Florida, hurricanes. New Orleans, floods. Ohio’s...

Defuse Aggressive Behavior at High-Profile Events

October 25, 2022October 25, 2022De-de Mulligan

High-profile events call for special security techniques instituted by trained personnel who know how to de-escalate aggressive behaviors. High-profile events present a unique challenge because they usually involve many attendees, with security dispersed throughout the crowd, creating the potential for a dangerous situation. In addition to having a contingency and organizational plan, all personnel involved with a high-profile event must be trained appropriately in response techniques. Please don’t leave this to volunteers or inadequately trained individuals. De-escalation is a process designed to prevent conflict escalation and resolve conflicts peacefully. Some subjects may be committed to escalating the conflict, so...

3 Steps to Stay Safe When Traveling Abroad

August 30, 2022August 30, 2022Tim Dimoff

Here are some essential tips and tricks to remember to stay safe when traveling abroad. The best advice: hope for the best, plan for the worst. Research Plan Watch Research When deciding where to go for vacation, it’s important to invest a little time in finding out about the area of interest. Resort brochures are intended to entice and showcase facilities in the best possible light. It’s a good rule of thumb to look up the intended location through unbiased eyes. Check the US Department of State’s for travel advisories Look up the destination on reputable review sites (e.g., TripAdvisor,...

Enhance Your Situational Awareness

August 26, 2022August 26, 2022Tim Dimoff

Be fully present and trust your gut are the best advice Tim Dimoff can provide when at work, at a conference, or even on the street. ...

Protect Yourself Against Stalking and Cyberstalking

May 25, 2022May 25, 2022Tim Dimoff

Anyone anywhere can be a victim of stalking. Male, female, young or old, stalkers target everyone and anyone. In many cases, victims know the stalker because the stalker is either a current or former partner. This is why 60% of victims do not report stalkers to the police. All stalkers are obsessed and delusional. Surprisingly, though, most stalkers are not mentally ill. Therefore, there are ways to protect against stalking. However, it’s essential first to understand the diverse types of stalkers and the reasoning behind their criminal behavior. 8 Different Types of Stalkers There are 7.5 million stalkers each...