FSHM 2520 - Security and Loss Prevention
This course introduces students to issues surrounding the need for individualized security programs. Students will examine a variety of security and safety equipment, procedures, guest protection and internal security asset protection.
Credits: 3
Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of (FSHM 2520 Security and Loss Prevention), the student will:
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. State the various methods of security staffing, noting the potential strengths and weaknesses of each
method.
4. Identify and explain the functions of a variety of security equipment, including physical security
systems, surveillance systems, communication systems, alarm systems, and guestroom security equipment such as locks.
5. 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.
6. Discuss the elements of and need for computer security.
7. Cite the special security concerns involved in report writing, record keeping, media relations, the
presence of special guests or events, and maintaining swimming pools, health clubs, and jogging trails.
8. 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.
9. Discuss the elements of a safety program.
10. Identify many Occupational Safety and Health Act regulations that contain information important to
lodging property managers and personnel.
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