Security and Loss Prevention Management Course outline

	Security and Loss Prevention Management Home Study Course Outline
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HTM387

Course Description: Explains the issues surrounding the need for individualized security programs, examines a wide variety of security
                        and safety equipment and procedures, discusses guest protection and internal security for asset protection.

Evaluation: The student must complete twelve basic, self-scoring review quizzes, four progress test, and a comprehensive final examination.

Learning Resource: Security and Loss Prevention Management,
                                        by Raymond C. Ellis, Jr., and the Security Committee of the American Hotel & Lodging Association

Learning Objectives: At the completion of this course, students should be able to:
1. Discuss legal concerns In providing safe and secure accommodations for guests
2. Identify preliminary considerations in setting up a security program, including the importance of law enforcement liaison and security
       training.
3. Identify and explain the functions of a wide variety of security equipment, including physical security systems, surveillance systems,
      communication systems, alarm systems, and guestroom security equipment such as locks.
4. Identify and explain the purposes of security procedures that deal with guest protection and internal control. Procedures are discussed
      generally and on a department-by-department basis, with special attention given to the accounting department and the protection of funds.
5. Discuss the elements of and need for computer security.
6. Cite the special security concerns involved in report writing and record keeping; media relations; the presence of special guests or events;
      and maintaining swimming pools, health clubs, and jogging trails.
7. Contribute to the development of an emergency management program that deals with bombs and bomb threats, fires, hurricanes, tornadoes,
      floods, earthquakes, blackouts, robberies, medical emergencies, and terrorism.
8. Discuss the elements of a safety program.
9. Identify many Occupational Safety and Health Act regulations that contain information important to lodging property managers and
      personnel.

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