Monitoring an Area of Refuge

With the advent of Covid, there are multiple security scenarios no one envisioned six months ago. At H&S Protection, we monitor trends and respond with solutions. One issue spotlighted recently has been an “area of refuge.”

What does that mean and who is affected? Simply put, an area of refuge is where people congregate for safety purposes. For example, in a senior facility, there might be one floor designated for safety purposes and in a time of crisis, individuals are directed there. That area must be monitored. That’s where H&S comes in, as we provide that monitoring service to senior facilities, high-rise apartment buildings and hospitals.

Our 24/7 monitoring service can also apply to elevators. This is separate from an area of refuge, but provides similar service to these facilities. Through the elevator phone, we provide monitoring if there is a crisis issue. Any elevator can face an operational issue or malfunction, a scary situation for anyone. Our monitoring service is specifically designed to be responsive to any issues generated. Any elevator with more than two stops can be monitored.

Independent senior living facilities or for the handicapped often require additional protection for their residents to ensure safety. No one should ever be left behind in a critical situation. Whether it’s monitoring an area of refuge, the top floor of a senior facility or an elevator, H&S has the technology to help.

It’s important for a senior facility, apartment complex or hospital to think ahead on these issues. That helps us coordinate the best approach to ensure solutions to meet your needs.

Talk to our H&S Security Consultants in our Stevens Point or Pewaukee/Waukesha office if you would like to discuss any of these issues. Stevens Point – 715.344.0727; Pewaukee/Waukesha – 262.574.7777.

Mitchell Wilson Keeping on His Toes

Mitchell Wilson is keeping on his toes. He likes it that way. As a Security Systems Technician at H&S in Stevens Point, he’s the guy who installs security, camera and access control systems, and gets them up and running.

“I install all our systems. It keeps me on my toes because every job is different. It’s not the same thing over and over,” he said.

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Mitchell found his way to H&S from the retail industry, and is glad he did. In-between jobs, he went to a hiring agency web site and applied to a different position. One of the women at the hiring agency suggested the H&S position and after interviewing with Co-Owner Mike Horgan and Operations Manager Jeff Lukasavige, he was hired.

“I’m really glad to be out of retail, and like this position much better. Everyone in the company is awesome. I like everyone I work with,” Wilson observed.

A self-avowed “computer nerd since I can remember,” Wilson uses some of those hobby skills on the job. He enjoys online gaming – “I’m into that stuff. I’m a well-established nerd, I have been my whole life.”

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A fan of online entertainment, Wilson said the technology “keeps me thinking.” He enjoys video games with his friends, hiking and golf. “I enjoy a range of things,” he said.

He recommends H&S Protection to others, saying, “The peace of mind we give customers they can’t find anywhere else. Big companies don’t seem to operate the way we do. We’re small, operate on a personal level and are personable. It’s a great job and helps me keep that mindset.”

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His favorite thing about H&S is the “people. I enjoy everybody who works here. They’re great people. I felt welcomed since Day One when I started. You don’t get that in a lot of jobs. It’s refreshing. Even though I’m still the new guy, my opinion is respected.”

If you’d like to reach Mitchell directly, contact him at 715.347.3349 or email at [email protected].