A recent study by the UC Berkeley Labor Center highlights alarming issues within California's private security sector. It reveals that tens of thousands of security guards, who play a vital role in ensuring public safety, are often compensated with poverty-level wages.
Moreover, the study underscores that inadequate training further exacerbates the risks faced by both the guards themselves and the general public. This lack of support not only impairs the effectiveness of security personnel but also threatens the safety of the communities they serve.