Hired Security?

[harbormaster]

Are security guards considered essential? I mean my starbucks was open so why not my security guards; I got one that thinks he is not essential and wants to stay home which is fine it doesn't bug me; its not like I don't have others to take his shift. If the property (marina) didn't have security I could see it be a looting target big time.

[DevilDawgJJ]

I thought there was a list of professions the state put out.
If were leaving it up to the people. I'm not essential, and im working from home

[harbormaster]

There are 16 elements of infrastructure but I didn't see "security" of private property as being an infrastructure? I can't imagine leaving our marina unsecured.

[Helpful_Cub]

Are security guards considered essential? I mean my starbucks was open so why not my security guards; I got one that thinks he is not essential and wants to stay home which is fine it doesn't bug me; its not like I don't have others to take his shift. If the property (marina) didn't have security I could see it be a looting target big time.

So when does security stop and what is the address of this marina? Most likely your still working, the order was really vague.

[P5Ret]

I'd think so. Even though my son is out of work since his security job is at a movie theater, and it's shut down. The company is still up and running at other sites.

[swilson]

There are 16 elements of infrastructure but I didn't see "security" of private property as being an infrastructure? I can't imagine leaving our marina unsecured.

I'm not a lawyer, but it seems that the marina is part of the Maritime Transportation System section of the Transportation Systems Sector, and security is an essential part of its operation.

[enegue]

Private security is essential in the LA City FAQ https://corona-virus.la/faq

[VictorFranko]

There are 16 elements of infrastructure but I didn't see "security" of private property as being an infrastructure? I can't imagine leaving our marina unsecured.

Do you have a link to the 16 elements of infrastructure?

[SkyHawk]

One other thing to note and which should be explained to employees:

Even if your business is not directly listed on the 'essential' list - if your CLIENTS are on that list, that probably makes your business essential.

As an example, truck drivers and the warehouses who supply & deliver food to grocery stores; attorneys and their employees who provide services to governments, utilities etc; fruit pickers/packers; distribution companies who supply pharmacies. You could go on and on with examples.

Anyhow when the smoke clears from this whole thing, I expect a lot of this will be hashed out in court because one side or the other (employment/labor) is going to see it differently and there will be some firings, some lawsuits etc.

[harbormaster]

link

Do you have a link to the 16 elements of infrastructure?

https://www.cisa.gov/critical-infrastructure-sectors

Couple of people sent it too me; thanks.

[harbormaster]

So who can give an employee an authorization letter? Sure i can write a letter but what makes it valid?

[rplusplus]

So who can give an employee an authorization letter? Sure i can write a letter but what makes it valid?

We are larger so... Our sector Vice President signed ours. It has a 24/7 hotline and we are only supposed to go to work and our worksites. We have to have our employee badges on us. It is valid based upon the "Continuance of critical business operations".

Edit: Of course IANAL but if you look at the CISA webpage it is just guidance. If your business performs a critical role it should be considered.

Dog Grooming... Not Critical
Veterinarian... Critical
Dog Food... Critical

From what I understand you ensure that peoples property is safeguarded from fire, vandalism, Leaks, some security (you would call 9/11 to report a theft or break in)etc. You are performing a service that is critical. At least that would be my reasoning.

[Jeepergeo]

I thought there was a list of professions the state put out.
If were leaving it up to the people. I'm not essential, and im working from home

Government employees are annointed as immune and important. 60 to 70% of government employees could be sent home with no pay and few would miss them.

[harbormaster]

We are larger so... Our sector Vice President signed ours. It has a 24/7 hotline and we are only supposed to go to work and our worksites. We have to have our employee badges on us. It is valid based upon the "Continuance of critical business operations".

Edit: Of course IANAL but if you look at the CISA webpage it is just guidance. If your business performs a critical role it should be considered.

Dog Grooming... Not Critical
Veterinarian... Critical
Dog Food... Critical

From what I understand you ensure that peoples property is safeguarded from fire, vandalism, Leaks, some security (you would call 9/11 to report a theft or break in)etc. You are performing a service that is critical. At least that would be my reasoning.