(Bay Area) Security guard union ready to go on strike

It's hard to get respect with just a flashlight and a badge, but Bay Area security guards say a fair contract would help, and they're willing to strike to get it.

Since their labor pact ended June 30, more than 4,000 workers have been fighting a group of private security companies for better wages, medical benefits and training.

Those contract issues lead to high turnover, jeopardizing public safety, a union representative said.

The lead negotiator for two dozen private security companies says safety has not been compromised and training is adequate. A building owner representative says the union is posturing by questioning safety and preying on terrorism fears.

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