Gatehouse and vehicle checks
Sign drivers, visitors and contractors in and out, check paperwork against agreed procedures and keep a record of vehicle movements.
Security for warehouses and industrial sites
Warehouse SecurityFor warehouses, distribution centres & industrial sites
SIA-licensed security officers for gatehouses, loading bays, yards and stock areas. USSG agrees the duties, shift pattern and reporting around the way your site operates.
Directly employed officers · BS 7858 screening · 24/7 support
From the gate to the loading bay
Know who is on site.
Know what is leaving it.
Warehouse security starts with control of the entrances. An officer can check drivers, visitors and contractors, record vehicle movements and make sure people only reach the areas they are cleared for.
Inside the site, agree patrols of the yard, loading bays, high-value stock areas and fire exits, and how the officer reports damage, open doors or suspicious activity to your shift manager.
Warehouse guarding is part of our manned guarding services. Read how guarding protects business continuity for sites that cannot afford downtime.
Different sites, different risks
Warehouse and industrial sites we can discuss.
A small trade unit needs a different brief from a 24-hour distribution centre. Tell us how your site works, when it is busiest and where the risks are.
Distribution centres & logistics
Gatehouse control, driver checks, yard patrols and shift handovers for sites that run day and night.
Wholesale & retail warehouses
A visible presence where customers, staff and high-value stock share the same building, as in our Costco warehouse security case study.
Manufacturing & industrial units
Access control for staff and contractors, checks of plant and storage areas, and cover when production stops.
Yards & storage sites
Patrols and checks for open yards, containers and stored materials, especially out of hours and at weekends.
People and accountability
Know who is guarding your site.
USSG’s direct guarding assignments use directly employed, SIA-licensed officers screened to BS 7858 before deployment. Before the first shift, agree the site induction, the duties and the person responsible for day-to-day contact.
USSG holds SIA Approved Contractor status for Security Guarding and Key Holding. This is a company approval with a defined scope; it is separate from each officer’s licence.
Review USSG memberships and accreditation evidence or check USSG on the SIA Approved Contractor register.
What to agree before booking
Officer duties, site induction, supervision, absence cover, incident reporting and how the assignment will be reviewed.
A brief for every shift
Day shifts, night shifts and shutdowns all need a plan.
Shift changeover
Agree the handover between officers and with your shift manager: open incidents, expected deliveries and any areas that need extra checks.
Nights and weekends
Decide whether the site needs an officer present, scheduled patrols or an alarm-response arrangement when the building is closed.
Peaks and shutdowns
Plan extra cover for peak trading, stocktakes, site moves and holiday shutdowns before they start, not on the day.
Case study
Warehouse security for Costco Wholesale.
At Costco Wholesale warehouses, USSG officers work at entrances and exits, high-value product areas and car parks, with loss prevention patrols, access checks at staff entrances, first aid and emergency response, and detailed incident reporting.
The published case study reports a marked fall in shoplifting and internal theft at the Costco locations where USSG operates, alongside quicker responses to medical incidents and disputes.
Connected support with a clear scope
Combine warehouse guarding with the services your site needs.
One enquiry can cover the working day and the hours when the site is closed. Agree the provider, responsibilities and reporting for each service.
Need CCTV systems or remote monitoring? USSG can arrange specialist suppliers, with privacy, access and response responsibilities agreed separately. For other requirements, browse all USSG services.
Staffing, hours and site needs
What affects the cost of warehouse security?
A useful proposal sets out where each officer works, which duties come first and what happens when your requirements change.
- People
- Officers needed for gatehouses, patrols and loading bays at the same time.
- Hours
- Shift pattern, nights, weekends, bank holidays and seasonal peaks.
- Site size
- Number of gates, buildings, yards and the length of the patrol route.
- Duration
- Short-term cover, a fixed project or an ongoing contract.
Single sites and multi-site operations
Warehouse security enquiries across the UK.
From our Stockport base, USSG considers warehouse and industrial security requirements across the UK. For several sites, share each location and its operating hours.
Before you appoint a provider
Warehouse security questions, answered.
Practical answers about duties, staffing and arranging cover for your site.
What does a warehouse security guard do?
A warehouse security officer carries out the duties agreed for the site. These can include gatehouse and vehicle checks, visitor and driver sign-in, patrols of the yard and building, checks around loading bays and high-value stock areas, and incident reporting. Duties are set out in the assignment instructions before the first shift.
Are USSG warehouse security officers SIA licensed?
USSG’s direct guarding assignments are delivered by directly employed, SIA-licensed officers screened to BS 7858 before deployment. USSG holds SIA Approved Contractor status for Security Guarding and Key Holding.
Can you cover nights, weekends and shutdown periods?
Yes, these can be discussed. Tell us the hours, the days the site is closed and what needs checking, and USSG will confirm staffing and availability before the cover is booked.
Do you work at distribution centres and logistics sites?
USSG considers enquiries for distribution centres, logistics yards, wholesale and retail warehouses and industrial units. Send the postcode, site layout and operating pattern so the requirement can be assessed.
Can warehouse security be combined with patrols, key holding or CCTV?
Yes. Static guarding can be combined with key holding and alarm response for the hours the site is closed. CCTV and K9 requirements are arranged through specialist suppliers, with each responsibility agreed separately.
Can security guards stop all stock loss?
No. A visible presence, agreed checks and clear reporting support loss prevention, but no guarding service can guarantee that theft will not happen. Security should work alongside your stock controls, access rules and site procedures.
How much does warehouse security cost?
Costs depend on the number of officers, the hours of cover, the size of the site, the number of gates and entrances, the duties and the length of the contract. A written proposal should set out the scope and the charges.
How do I request a warehouse security quote?
Send the site postcode, the type of operation, the hours you need covered, the main risks and your proposed start date. USSG will review the brief and agree the next step, which may include a site visit.
Learn more about the people behind USSG or discuss your warehouse security requirements.