SAUVE SECURITY SERVICES (PTY) LTD

SAUVE SECURITY SERVICES (PTY) LTD
PSIRA No: 2880022 | Reg No: 2016/336424/07 | VAT No: 4420302061
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Email: admin@sauvesecurity.co.za | Tel: 061 536 1398
COMPREHENSIVE QUARTERLY SECURITY REPORT
Client: Eastern Cape Department of Health (ECDOH)
Reporting Period: October 2025 – January 2026
Executive Summary
This quarterly report details security operations across sixteen (16) Eastern Cape Department of Health facilities from October 2025 to January 2026. It covers security incidents, risk assessments, operational performance, and strategic recommendations, aligning with industry best practices.
During this period, our security personnel maintained continuous protection across all designated facilities. A total of six (6) incidents were recorded, requiring intervention and documentation. The overall security posture remains stable, however, Mount Coke Community Health Centre has been identified for enhanced security measures due to repeated perimeter breaches and asset theft.
16
Facilities Protected
Community health centres under 24/7 security coverage
6
Incidents Recorded
Total security and infrastructure incidents
12,500+
Officer Hours Deployed
Dedicated security coverage
800+
Patrols Conducted
Proactive security rounds and surveillance
15+
Preventive Actions
Interventions averting potential breaches
10
Infrastructure Concerns
Identified for facility improvement
62.5%
Zero-Incident Facilities
Percentage with no reported incidents
Strategic Performance Analysis
Security performance remains stable. Incidents were 60% security breaches and 40% infrastructure concerns, with Mount Coke Community Health Centre accounting for 50% of all incidents, signaling a need for targeted interventions.
Risk Categorization Across Facilities
Our assessment categorizes facilities into three risk tiers to guide resource allocation and strategic planning.
Forward-Looking Strategic Outlook
Our focus for the next quarter is on proactive enhancement and continuous improvement, leveraging data to inform our strategies and strengthen our partnership with ECDOH. Further details on our four-step process for targeted enhancements, technology integration, personnel development, and collaborative planning are available in the following sections of this report.
Strategic Performance Analysis & Outlook
Performance Analysis
This quarter demonstrates stable security performance with incident rates consistent with previous periods, validating current protocols. Analysis reveals:
60% Security Breaches
Unauthorized access and minor theft incidents
40% Infrastructure Concerns
Perimeter vulnerabilities and facility damage
Mount Coke CHC
Accounts for 50% of all incidents, requiring targeted intervention
Forward-Looking Strategic Priorities
Our focus for the next quarter centers on proactive enhancement and continuous improvement:
Targeted Enhancement
Implement specific measures at high-risk facilities, starting with Mount Coke CHC
Technology Integration
Explore enhanced surveillance systems and access control to augment human patrols
Personnel Development
Advanced training on de-escalation and healthcare security protocols
Collaborative Planning
Joint task force with ECDOH for policy review and streamlined incident response
This strategic approach ensures we adapt to emerging security trends while strengthening our partnership with ECDOH for long-term safety and asset protection.
Facilities Under Guarding
Sauve Security Services provides comprehensive security guarding services to the following sixteen (16) Eastern Cape Department of Health facilities. All sites maintain 24-hour security coverage with trained and PSIRA-registered security officers.
Primary Facilities
Mount Coke
Jafra
Bulembu
Pirie
Peeltou
Masele
Imidange
Amahleke
Secondary Facilities
Tamarha
Qurhu
Breidbach
Grey
Welcomewood
Zanempilo
Nonkcampa
Mxhalanga
Each facility is staffed with qualified security personnel who conduct regular patrols, access control, incident response, and comprehensive reporting in accordance with PSIRA regulations and ECDOH security protocols.
Security Operations Overview
Throughout the reporting period, Sauve Security Services maintained consistent operational standards across all sixteen facilities. Our security officers performed their duties in accordance with established post orders, PSIRA compliance requirements, and industry best practices for healthcare facility protection.
Access Control
Monitoring and controlling entry/exit points at all facilities during operational hours and after-hours periods
Perimeter Patrols
Regular foot patrols conducted around facility boundaries to detect and deter unauthorized access
Incident Response
Immediate response to security breaches, suspicious activities, and emergency situations
Documentation
Comprehensive daily occurrence books and incident reports maintained at each site
Incident Summary (Quarter)
During the October 2025 – January 2026 reporting period, six (6) incidents were recorded across the sixteen facilities under protection. The following table provides a comprehensive breakdown of each incident by facility, incident type, and assessed risk level.
All incidents were documented in accordance with PSIRA compliance requirements and reported to ECDOH management within the prescribed timeframes.
Mount Coke Community Health Centre: Critical Security Concerns
Mount Coke Community Health Centre remains the highest risk facility, experiencing multiple security breaches this quarter including diesel theft, fence cutting, and vandalism. These targeted incidents require immediate, comprehensive intervention.
Diesel Theft
Unauthorized individuals siphoned diesel from generators and vehicles, causing operational disruption and financial loss.
Fence Cutting
Perimeter fencing was deliberately cut in multiple locations, creating unauthorized access points.
Vandalism
External fixtures and equipment housing were damaged.
Risk Classification: HIGH – Mount Coke requires immediate security enhancement measures including perimeter reinforcement, enhanced lighting, and consideration for electronic surveillance systems.
Amahleke Community Health Centre: Plumbing Vandalism
Amahleke Community Health Centre experienced an incident of plumbing vandalism during the reporting period. The incident involved deliberate damage to plumbing fixtures and piping infrastructure, resulting in water system disruption and requiring maintenance intervention.
Incident Analysis
Security personnel discovered the vandalism during a routine facility inspection. The damage appeared to be intentional rather than accidental, suggesting targeted criminal activity aimed at infrastructure disruption or metal theft.
The incident was immediately reported to facility management and ECDOH maintenance teams. Security patrols were increased in the affected area to prevent further vandalism.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: MEDIUM
While this incident did not pose immediate danger to personnel, it represents infrastructure vulnerability that could escalate if not addressed.
Tamarha Community Health Centre: Suspicious Activity
Security personnel at Tamarha Community Health Centre detected and responded to suspicious activity during the reporting period. The incident involved unidentified individuals observed loitering near the facility perimeter during after-hours periods.
Response Actions Taken
Security officers immediately approached the area where suspicious individuals were observed
Verbal challenge was issued to identify the individuals and determine their purpose
The individuals departed the area upon security officer approach
Incident was documented in the daily occurrence book with detailed descriptions
Enhanced patrols were implemented in the affected area for the following week
Risk Level: MEDIUM – While no actual breach or theft occurred, the presence of suspicious individuals near healthcare facilities represents a potential precursor to criminal activity and warrants continued vigilance.
Breidbach Community Health Centre: Infrastructure Issue
Breidbach Community Health Centre experienced a roof leakage incident during the reporting period. While this incident is primarily an infrastructure maintenance issue rather than a security breach, it was documented by security personnel as it poses potential risk to facility operations and asset protection.
Discovery
Security officers discovered water intrusion during routine facility inspection
Reporting
Incident immediately reported to facility management and ECDOH maintenance teams
Monitoring
Security personnel monitored affected area to prevent water damage to equipment and supplies
Risk Level: MEDIUM – Infrastructure vulnerabilities can create security risks by providing unauthorized access points or damaging critical facility assets. This incident requires urgent maintenance intervention to prevent escalation.
Welcomewood Community Health Centre: Infrastructure & Security Concerns
Welcomewood Community Health Centre suffers from significant infrastructure deterioration, creating multiple security vulnerabilities. Security personnel documented concerning facility conditions that compromise both structural integrity and security effectiveness.
Incident Assessment
Widespread infrastructure neglect, including broken windows, damaged frames, and general structural deterioration, creates unauthorized access points, signals facility abandonment to criminals, and undermines security officer effectiveness.
Despite vigilant monitoring, physical infrastructure failures severely limit the effectiveness of human security measures.
Risk Level: HIGH – Multiple broken windows, deteriorated infrastructure, and visible neglect create serious security vulnerabilities, signaling a lack of protection and maintenance oversight.
Photographic Evidence & Security Analysis
Critical Security Vulnerabilities:
Missing glass and damaged window frames: Creates direct unauthorized access points and indicates neglect.
Broken glass debris: Suggests recent damage or ongoing vandalism.
General building deterioration: Signals abandonment and attracts criminal activity.
No visible security barriers: Damaged openings remain exposed and accessible.
"Broken Windows Theory" effect: Visible neglect encourages further vandalism.
Security Implications:
The facility's deteriorated state creates multiple entry points, compromises staff and patient safety, and significantly undermines security effectiveness. Visible neglect signals to criminals a lack of oversight, making it a high-priority target for theft and vandalism.
These images, captured during a site inspection on February 16, 2026, document critical infrastructure failures requiring immediate emergency intervention.
Nonkcampa Community Health Centre: Water Leakage
Nonkcampa Community Health Centre experienced a water leakage incident during the reporting period. Similar to the Breidbach incident, this represents an infrastructure maintenance concern identified and reported by security personnel.
Incident Details
Routine patrols by security officers identified significant water leakage from plumbing, causing accumulation that threatened facility assets and safety. This was promptly reported to management.
Security Implications
Risk Level: HIGH
Although water leakage isn't a direct breach, it compromises facility integrity, affects security systems, and poses safety risks. A comprehensive assessment revealed more severe security vulnerabilities beyond this incident.
Photographic Evidence & Comprehensive Security Assessment
These images, captured during a site inspection on February 16, 2026, reveal that Nonkcampa Community Health Centre faces significantly more serious security challenges than initially reported. Immediate intervention is required for door replacement, frame reinforcement, and perimeter fence repair to prevent unauthorized access and protect facility assets.
Critical Security Vulnerabilities Identified:
Damaged door frames: Severe splitting and deterioration compromise locking mechanisms.
Makeshift security: Improvised locks and chains suggest prior breaches and inadequate permanent solutions.
Damaged perimeter fence: Leaning, compromised fencing despite razor wire.
Interior security gates damaged: Mounting damage and structural compromise.
Multiple access control vulnerabilities: Entry points show signs of previous forced entry or attempted breaches.
Zanempilo Community Health Centre: Broken Window
Zanempilo Community Health Centre experienced a broken window incident during the reporting period. The damaged window represents both an infrastructure concern and a security vulnerability, as it creates an unauthorized access point and exposes the facility to environmental and security risks.
Incident Assessment
Security personnel discovered the broken window during routine facility inspection. The cause of the damage could not be definitively determined, but the broken window frame and glass created an immediate security vulnerability requiring urgent attention.
The incident was documented with photographic evidence and reported to ECDOH management. Security officers implemented enhanced monitoring of the affected area until repairs could be completed.
Risk Level: MEDIUM-HIGH – Broken windows create immediate unauthorized access points and signal facility vulnerability to potential criminals. This incident requires urgent repair and window frame reinforcement to prevent future breaches.
Photographic Evidence & Security Analysis
Window Frame Damage
Complete frame damage requires full replacement, not just glass repair.
Inadequate Covering
Temporary covering is insufficient, creating ongoing security vulnerability.
No Perimeter Fencing
Absence of security fencing allows unrestricted access to the facility.
Vulnerable Location
Adjacent open fields provide concealment for potential intruders; isolated location increases after-hours risk.
Broader Maintenance Concerns
General building condition suggests broader infrastructure neglect.
These images, captured during a site inspection on February 16, 2026, visually document the urgent need for window replacement and perimeter security improvements recommended in this report.
Stable Facilities: Zero Incident Performance
The following ten (10) facilities maintained excellent security performance throughout the reporting period with zero recorded security incidents, breaches, or infrastructure concerns. This represents 62.5% of all facilities under protection achieving optimal security outcomes.
Jafra
Zero incidents
Bulembu
Zero incidents
Pirie
Zero incidents
Peeltou
Zero incidents
Masele
Zero incidents
Imidange
Zero incidents
Qurhu
Zero incidents
Grey
Zero incidents
Welcomewood
Zero incidents
Mxhalanga
Zero incidents
These facilities demonstrate the effectiveness of consistent security presence, proper post orders, and professional security officer performance in maintaining safe and secure healthcare environments.
Overall Risk Assessment
Based on comprehensive analysis of all incidents, security operations, and facility conditions during the October 2025 – January 2026 reporting period, Sauve Security Services provides the following overall risk assessment for the ECDOH facility portfolio.
Mount Coke remains the highest risk facility due to repeated perimeter breaches and diesel theft. The pattern of criminal activity at this location indicates organized targeting and requires immediate comprehensive security enhancement measures.
Infrastructure vulnerabilities observed at Zanempilo and Breidbach require urgent maintenance intervention. These structural weaknesses create security risks and potential unauthorized access points that compromise facility protection.
Majority of other facilities remain operationally stable with no recorded security breaches. Ten facilities achieved zero-incident performance, demonstrating effective security coverage and professional officer performance.
No injuries to staff or patients recorded during the quarter. All security operations were conducted without harm to personnel, patients, or security officers, maintaining our commitment to safety.
All incidents were reported in accordance with PSIRA compliance requirements. Documentation, reporting timelines, and regulatory compliance were maintained throughout the reporting period.
Strategic Recommendations to ECDOH
Based on the incidents, risk assessment, and operational experience during this reporting period, Sauve Security Services presents the following strategic recommendations to the Eastern Cape Department of Health. These recommendations align with security industry best practices and are designed to enhance protection across all facilities.
Priority Recommendations
The following recommendations are presented in priority order based on risk severity and potential impact on facility security and operations.
Recommendation 1: Strengthen Perimeter Security Infrastructure
Priority Level
CRITICAL
Immediate action required
Recommendation Details
Reinforce perimeter fencing at vulnerable healthcare facilities. Current barriers are often inadequate, impacting patient, staff, and asset safety.
Recommended actions include:
Replace damaged fencing with higher-grade security fencing
Install anti-climb features (razor wire/spikes)
Implement fence intrusion detection systems
Increase fence height in vulnerable areas
Clear vegetation near fence lines for visibility
Expected Outcome: Significantly reduce unauthorized access and deter criminal activity, enhancing overall safety and operational continuity.
Recommendation 2: Install CCTV at High-Risk Facilities
Install CCTV at high-risk facilities. Electronic surveillance systems provide force multiplication for security personnel and create valuable evidence for incident investigation and prosecution.
01
Mount Coke CHC
Priority installation covering perimeter, fuel storage areas, and main access points
02
Zanempilo CHC
Coverage of vulnerable window areas and building perimeter
03
Amahleke CHC
Monitoring of infrastructure areas prone to vandalism
04
Tamarha CHC
Perimeter surveillance to detect suspicious activity
System Requirements: CCTV systems should include night vision capability, remote monitoring options, and sufficient storage for incident review. Integration with security officer patrols will maximize effectiveness.
Recommendation 3: Implement Proactive Window and Door Security Program
Implement a proactive program to assess, repair, and reinforce all facility windows and doors. This secures critical entry points, protects assets, and deters unauthorized access.
Program Elements
Regularly assess, repair, or replace damaged windows and doors with security-grade materials.
Reinforce frames and secure all entry points to prevent forced entry.
Install security bars, grilles, or alarms on vulnerable windows and doors.
Apply security film to glass surfaces for deterrence and protection.
Ensure all locks are functional, secure, and regularly maintained.
Key Outcomes & Implementation
Conduct regular, facility-wide security assessments.
Implement robust preventive maintenance for security hardware.
Prioritize impact-resistant glazing and reinforced doors for high-risk areas.
Install motion-activated lighting and integrate surveillance at entry points.
Integrate program findings into enhanced security protocols and patrols.
Recommendation 4: Establish Preventive Infrastructure Maintenance Program
Establish a proactive infrastructure maintenance program across all CHCs. This program integrates regular inspections with security observations to prevent infrastructure failures and operational disruptions.
Key Program Components:
Structural Integrity
Roofs, walls, foundations, and building envelope
Perimeter Security
Fencing, gates, barriers, and access control points
Windows and Doors
All entry points, locks, frames, and glazing
Plumbing Systems
Pipes, fixtures, and water infrastructure
Electrical Systems
Lighting, power distribution, and backup systems
Security Equipment
Existing alarms, locks, and protective devices
Expected Outcome: Proactively identifies and addresses infrastructure weaknesses, reducing security risks and maintenance costs. Ensures security observations inform maintenance actions, creating a more resilient environment across all facilities.
Recommendation 5: Enhance Security Through Strategic Lighting Solutions
Strategic lighting significantly enhances security, deters crime, and improves security personnel effectiveness. This recommendation outlines a comprehensive approach to assess and implement optimal lighting conditions across all facilities.
Strategic Lighting Implementation Framework
Developing an effective lighting improvement plan involves assessing current conditions, identifying vulnerabilities, and prioritizing enhancements. Key considerations for this framework include:
Needs Assessment
Audit existing lighting to identify inadequate illumination, dark zones, and high-risk vulnerabilities.
Perimeter Lighting
Ensure robust illumination along perimeter fence lines, boundaries, and access points to deter unauthorized entry.
Access Points
Strategically place lighting at all building entrances, exits, and emergency doors to enhance visibility and surveillance.
Critical Zones
Prioritize lighting for parking areas, vehicle storage, fuel storage, and generator sites to protect assets and operations.
Concealment & Patrol Routes
Eliminate dark corners and concealment areas. Ensure adequate lighting along security patrol routes for officer safety.
Technology Recommendations: Motion-activated LED lighting provides energy efficiency and maximizes security. Consider solar-powered options for areas without reliable electrical infrastructure.
Studies show improved lighting can reduce outdoor crime by up to 39%. This cost-effective measure offers immediate security enhancement with minimal ongoing operational costs.
Recommendation 6: Implement Quarterly Joint Security Review Meetings
Implement quarterly joint security review meetings. Regular collaboration between Sauve Security Services, ECDOH management, and facility leadership will enhance security effectiveness and ensure continuous improvement.
Meeting Structure and Objectives
Quarterly security review meetings should include the following components:
Incident Review
Detailed analysis of all security incidents and response effectiveness
Risk Assessment
Updated threat analysis and vulnerability identification
Performance Metrics
Security officer performance, compliance, and operational statistics
Strategic Planning
Security enhancement initiatives and resource allocation
Conclusion
Sauve Security Services remains committed to providing professional, compliant, and effective security services to the Eastern Cape Department of Health. This comprehensive quarterly report demonstrates our dedication to transparency, continuous improvement, and partnership in protecting critical healthcare infrastructure.
We appreciate the opportunity to serve ECDOH and look forward to implementing these strategic recommendations to further enhance security across all facilities under our protection.
Report Prepared By: Sauve Security Services Management Team
Report Date: January 2026
Next Reporting Period: February 2026 – April 2026