

About
Our trained security officers ensure security and safety for hundreds of customers throughout our operating region. At Whelan, we understand, however, that no two customers are alike. Whelan Security has extensive experience and expertise providing a full range of security services in the following industries and environments:
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Customized Service…
At Whelan Security, we have earned the respect of property managers and building owners throughout our operating region by providing high-quality security service tailored to the needs of high-rise building and commercial properties.
In many high-rise and commercial properties, the first person a visitor often encounters is a security officer. As a result, we have developed a comprehensive training program specifically tailored to this vertical market so that our officers are always well prepared to respond to and assist in any kind of situation. In addition to comprehensive training, we also offer flexible uniform options – military, business casual, and business attire – so that our officers always make the right first impression. At Whelan Security, our officers understand that tenant satisfaction and retention is paramount.
In addition to security services, we also help evaluate risk and develop
policies and procedures for standard operations as well as emergency
response planning for a seamless security operation that is aligned
with the objectives
of building ownership and management.
At Whelan Security, we have earned the respect of many corporate security directors throughout our operating region responsible for security-related service at corporate headquarter locations – including campus environments and high-rise structures by providing high quality security service or supplemental service tailored to the unique needs of each corporate environment and culture.
We understand that no two corporations are alike and develop comprehensive training programs specifically tailored to meet the unique needs of each corporate client so that our officers are always well prepared to represent the company to which they are assigned and respond to any situation in accordance with the expectations of each corporate client. In addition to comprehensive training, we also offer flexible uniform options – military, business casual, and business attire – so that our officers always make the right first impression in your environment.
In addition, we also work with internal security and facility departments
evaluating and assessing risk and conducting audits (including
penetration tests) that identify internal and external threats
to the corporate environment
including theft, employee safety, security breaches, and more.
At Whelan Security, we have decades of experience providing high-quality security services in manufacturing, production, and industrial environments for major corporations with multiple sites across many states to small companies with a single facility requiring service. We understand the security risks associated with these environments and can deliver customized solutions designed to mitigate security-related risk including theft, pilferage, security breaches, shipping losses, and employee safety.
In addition, we also help assess and evaluate risk and can conduct audits
that identify internal an external threats to manufacturing and
industrial facilities.
At Whelan Security, we have extensive experience providing high-quality services to high-risk chemical and petrochemical facilities. For those sites located on a body of water, we comply with all Coast Guard safety regulations and successfully provide all required training to our security personnel. Furthermore, we have developed safety programs which meet and exceed the safety requirements of chemical and refinery sites.
At Whelan Security, we have decades of experience providing high-quality security services to warehouse and distributions facilities throughout our operating region. We understand the security-related risks associated with these environments and can deliver comprehensive security solutions designed to mitigate security-related risk including theft, security breaches, safety, and more.
At Whelan Security, we have a solid understanding of the security needs of educational institutions and campuses as a result of decades of experience providing high-quality security services to a variety of educational institutions from major metropolitan high schools to vocational colleges to large metropolitan university campuses. Similar to other environments, officers assigned to educational facilities must have a wide range of skills. As a result, we are prepared to develop comprehensive training programs specific to major institutions tailored to the unique environment of each facility or campus. From assisting the student population and visitors to responding to medical emergencies and law enforcement incidents, our officers are always well-prepared.
In addition, we can also help assess and evaluate risk and can conduct
audits that identify threats to the educational institution or
campus.
At Whelan Security, we understand that the role of security in the healthcare environment is expanding. We can deliver security services that meet the security management plan standards of the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) as well as local, state, and federal regulatory requirements. We are prepared to develop comprehensive training programs tailored to the unique needs of individual healthcare facilities.
Our officers are prepared to perform a wide variety of duties in healthcare facilities including incident response and investigations, interior and exterior patrol, visitor assistance, and monitoring console centers.
In addition, we can also help assess and evaluate risk and conduct audits
that identify threats within healthcare environments.
At Whelan, Security is a top priority at any financial institution. At Whelan, we have decades of experience providing high-quality security services to banks and financial institutions throughout our operating region. We understand the complex security-related needs of financial institutions and train our security personnel accordingly. As a result, our security officers help maintain a safe and secure environment; they act as visual deterrents to criminal activity; and they serve as customer service representatives.
At Whelan Security, we provide innovative and cost-effective security solutions to local, state, and federal government agencies.
As a result of expertise, after an extensive approval process in 2005 that
included a rigorous and thorough review of vendor qualifications,
Whelan was placed on the Transportation Security Administration’s
(TSA) coveted Qualified Vendor List (QVL) for the Screening Partnership
Program (SPP).
As a result, in addition to our standard government services, Whelan
is now eligible to compete to provide passenger and baggage screening
services for airports that are approved for the SPP Program.
At Whelan Security, we have more than a decade of experience providing highly specialized security services to mass transit systems and airports in major metropolitan markets. As a result, we utilize comprehensive screening criteria and training programs specifically tailored to these vertical markets.
As a result of our expertise, Whelan was placed on the Department of Homeland Security’s (TSA) Qualified Vendor List (QVL) for the Airport Security Screening Program (SPP).
At Whelan Security, we understand the many roles of the security officer in a retail environment. Retail shopping centers demand that security officers have a wide range of skills. As a result, we utilize a comprehensive training program specifically tailored to this vertical market so that our officers are always well prepared to respond to and assist in any kind of situation – from dealing with and caring for lost children to responding to and effectively addressing medical emergencies and law enforcement incidents.
At Whelan Security, we have a long history of providing high quality security services to the following residential communities:
Whelan Security is recognized throughout our operating region for security protection at high profile events. Our event experience includes the following:
At Whelan, our event services includes providing highly qualified security
professionals but can also include security planning, event-risk
assessments, venue assessments, coordination with local law enforcement
agencies, coordination
with local medical emergency teams, and project management. In
other words, Whelan provides a full range of security services
and solutions so that
our customers can focus on their events.
At Whelan Security, we also have decades of experience providing high-quality security services to facilities (large and small) in the following industries: