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  • 1.  24 Hour Security

    Posted 06-05-2025 08:48 AM

    Does you Museum have 24 hour security coverage? If so, how is the staff schedule divided? How many people does it take for you to manage 24 hour coverage?



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    Joseph Rynasko
    Manager of Safety & Security
    RISD Museum
    Providence RI
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  • 2.  RE: 24 Hour Security

    Posted 06-09-2025 11:11 AM

    Hi Joseph,

    How an institution manages 24 hour coverage depends on a few factors, like facility size and whether you have a guard tour system; if museum staff are allowed in after hours; how access and fire systems are managed; what sort of fire detection/suppression system is in place; if there are controls to ensure the guard is awake, alive, and safe; etc. I'd be happy to follow-up with you with advice tailored to your specific institution.



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    Catherine P. Foster, Ph.D.
    Partner, Argus Cultural Property Consultants
    Washington, DC
    cfoster@arguscpc.com
    (202) 417-7282
    arguscpc.com
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  • 3.  RE: 24 Hour Security

    Posted 07-31-2025 03:29 PM
    Edited by Marissa Kucharek 07-31-2025 03:29 PM

    Yes, I would say it depends on the size of the museum, the total number of staff at the museum (full-time vs part-time), and what the needs/requirements are for the museum. Is the museum accredited? etc. Many factors can play into it! I would be more than happy to talk more in-depth if you'd like! 




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    Marissa Kucharek 
    Security Coordinator
    Wichita Art Museum
    Wichita, KS

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  • 4.  RE: 24 Hour Security

    Posted 08-01-2025 10:03 AM

    Joseph,

    Catherine and Marissa's advice is spot on. If you're looking for a free online networking space to discuss questions like this specifically with other museum security folks, you should check out the Cultural Safeguard Alliance.



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    Carrie Heflin
    Regional Sales Manager
    Art Sentry
    Cleveland OH
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