Security Guard Services

Security Guard Services in Dhaka

Corporate activity in Dhaka is concentrated mainly in the older commercial area of Motijheel and in the office areas of Gulshan and Banani, near multinational companies, banks and embassies. In retail, large shopping malls such as Bashundhara City and Jamuna Future Park and the brand stores of Dhanmondi and Gulshan play the main role.

See the Bangladesh page for coverage across Bangladesh.

Retail and Business Districts in Dhaka

The retail and business centers in Dhaka where McCray plans security programs include:

  • Gulshan
  • Banani
  • Motijheel Commercial Area
  • Bashundhara City Shopping Complex
  • Jamuna Future Park
  • Dhanmondi

Security Considerations in Dhaka

Dhaka’s large shopping malls have multiple floors, numerous entrances and basement parking, so the security plan for each store has to be built in coordination with the mall management’s own security arrangements. Shopper pressure rises in the weeks before Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha and around Pohela Boishakh, so longer working hours and the need for additional officers are set in advance for these periods.

Office buildings in Gulshan, Banani and Baridhara see regular comings and goings of multinational companies, development organizations and foreign representatives. Officers on duty at reception desks here must handle visitor registration, ID checks and pre-approved guest lists fluently in English. Residential towers need clear rules for controlling the entry of domestic workers, drivers and delivery staff.

Traffic congestion in Dhaka means that even short trips take a long time, which affects shift changes and the planning for sending relief officers. The Metro Rail and the Elevated Expressway have made travel easier on some routes, but schedules for each site are still set with officers’ travel routes in mind. The actions to take during monsoon waterlogging are also set out in the Post Orders.

How Coverage Works in Dhaka

McCray designs the program, prepares the Post Orders, sets presentation and service standards, oversees performance and reports to the client. Officers hold the licenses required in Bangladesh.

Before a proposal is made, the scope of service, licensing and insurance for each site are confirmed. Licensing information for Bangladesh is on the Bangladesh page.

Services in Dhaka

Common Questions

How Is Additional Coverage Planned for Eid and the Festival Seasons?

The schedule for seasonal demand, additional working hours and the number of officers required are discussed with the client in advance and set in writing. Coverage on public holidays is billed at a premium rate under the agreed rate schedule.

How Is Security Guard Coverage Priced?

Rates depend on the officer classification, hours, schedule and site requirements. McCray provides a written rate schedule after reviewing the needs of each site. Holiday, overnight and short-notice coverage is billed at a premium rate.

Request a Security Assessment in Dhaka

Call (833) 832-6647 or request an assessment online. See the Bangladesh page or view all service areas.