What is a common misconception about the security industry?

The belief that security personnel have the same authority and training as police officers is a common misconception within the security industry. In reality, while security personnel are trained to protect property and manage safety risks, they do not possess the same legal authority as law enforcement officers. Police officers are sworn representatives of the law with specific legal powers, such as making arrests and conducting investigations, which security professionals do not have. Security personnel's authority is generally limited to the private property they are hired to protect, and they often operate under a different regulatory framework than police. Understanding this distinction clarifies the role of security in relation to law enforcement and helps define the appropriate expectations of their duties.