Level of Security Measures on Occupant Safety in a Boarding House

The security and safety of boarding houses critical aspects influencing the well being and satisfaction of residents. This study examines the various security measures necessary to ensure occupant safety in a boarding house. The safety of residents is critical and requires a comprehensive approach, This study used a quantitative research method to know the perceptions and lived experiences of the boarders towards boarding houses and the data were collected through survey, The result generated the following distinct themes: (1) Security measures implemented in the boarding houses in Ozamiz City in terms Surveillance, Access Control and Emergency preparedness; (2) Occupant safety among the occupants of the boarding house in terms of physical safety, social safety and emotional safety; and (3) Significant relationship between level of security measure and level of occupant safety. This study examined the impact of security measures on boarder safety in Ozamiz City, focusing on various aspects like surveillance, access control, and emergency preparedness. It assessed how these security features influence the physical, social, and emotional safety of residents in boarding houses. The study involved 130 respondents and used statistical tools such as mean, standard deviation, and t-tests to analyze the data. The study finds that physical safety is well-supported, emotional safety could be improved through additional support systems, and more robust surveillance and access control measures are needed.