Security Operations Unit
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- Security Operations Unit
Security Incident Report
A threat or act of workplace violence constitutes a security incident. The incident shall be reported to the Security Operations Unit (SOU) by completing and delivering the SIR within 24 hours. The report shall be completed by the employee involved in the incident, or any supervisor or manager of the affected department. It is the responsibility of the department head, manager, or supervisor informed of the incident to ensure the submission of the completed SIR.
PROCEDURES
Safety of personnel should be foremost in determining the initial response to an act of violence or threat. Each threat, alleged threat, or act of violence must be assessed and managed according to the particular circumstances presented.
The following are common examples of acts of workplace violence:
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Contact Us
Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration
Phone: (213) 893-2031
Security Operations Unit
The Sheriff’s Department’s Security Operations Unit (SOU) is the central Workplace Violence & Threat Assessment management authority of the County of Los Angeles. The unit is staged by Sheriff’s Department law enforcement and professional personnel. The chief responsibilities and functions of the unit are to:
- Monitor and address security issues throughout the County through the administration of the County’s security incident reporting, threat assessment, and building/physical security assessment programs.
- Work with various levels of County management, law enforcement agencies, and other government offices to assess the workplace safety and security needs and issues involving County employees.
- Work with County management to identify resources and develop solutions to County employee safety and security issues.
- Develop and provide training to County employees in areas such as Workplace Violence, Field Safety and Active Shooter.