{"id":446,"date":"2018-05-08T15:35:21","date_gmt":"2018-05-08T19:35:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/?p=446"},"modified":"2018-05-08T15:35:21","modified_gmt":"2018-05-08T19:35:21","slug":"10-critical-tips-to-improve-your-workplace-security","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/10-critical-tips-to-improve-your-workplace-security\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Critical Tips to Improve Your Workplace Security"},"content":{"rendered":"

Properly securing your office building and surroundings is critical to keeping your employees and customers safe. Here are 10 tips to improve workplace security<\/b><\/h4>\n

We can’t turn a blind eye and pretend a crime could never happen to us – everyone needs to a plan for workplace security.<\/span><\/p>\n

Violent crimes cost American companies more than <\/span>$36 billion<\/span><\/a> a year.<\/span><\/p>\n

Properly securing your office building and surrounding areas is vital to keeping your customers and employees safe. Here are 10 tips to help you improve your workplace safety.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Create a Plan for Workplace Security<\/b><\/h2>\n

May sound simple enough, but not every business has a formal <\/span>plan for emergency situations<\/span><\/a> such as a violent person or natural disaster.<\/span><\/p>\n

Your policy and procedures manual should include workplace safety procedures.<\/span><\/p>\n

Local law enforcement agencies are usually willing to give suggestions and offer courses to improve safety in the workplace.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Practice<\/b><\/h2>\n

After you have your plan, be sure to practice. Tell employees it’s a drill ahead of time. This will let you know if your employees know what to do in an emergency situation.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Purchase Security Cameras<\/b><\/h2>\n

Don’t wait to purchase an alarm system. Many businesses purchase them after a break-in.<\/span><\/p>\n

You can work with companies that specialize in alarm and security systems, like <\/span>ADT Small Business Security<\/span><\/a>. They will review your property and give you recommendations on the best systems and layout.<\/span><\/p>\n

It’s important to make sure you also have proper lighting in your parking lots for nighttime safety.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Advertise Your Security System<\/b><\/h2>\n

Let the outside world and employees know that you have a system. The signs can deter crime.<\/span><\/p>\n

Make sure you have warning signs at each of your exit and entry points.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Proper Identification<\/b><\/h2>\n

Make your employees wear ID badges with photo identification. You can have these badges link to your electronic locks. When a client or guest enters your building, they should sign in and receive a guest badge.<\/span><\/p>\n

For employee safety, you need to know everyone that comes in and out of your building.<\/span><\/p>\n

6. No Guest Should Be Left Behind<\/b><\/h2>\n

Don’t leave your guests or clients unsupervised in your building. Make sure they get escorted around the office until they leave the building.<\/span><\/p>\n

7. Organize and Lock<\/b><\/h2>\n

Instruct your employees to lock up computers and confidential papers when leaving even for a short time.<\/span><\/p>\n

Label all the office equipment, so you can easily identify if something is missing or out of place.<\/span><\/p>\n

8. Avoid Employees Working Alone<\/b><\/h2>\n

It’s always best to ensure no one works alone at night. If someone needs to stay late, he or she should notify a supervisor.<\/span><\/p>\n

All doors must be locked and properly secured if an employee is alone.<\/span><\/p>\n

9. Examine Exit and Entry Points<\/b><\/h2>\n

Criminals look for places that are easy to enter such as open elevators, insecure fire escapes, and open reception areas.<\/span><\/p>\n

Check windows and doors frequently and fix any issues immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n

10. Regular Staff Training<\/b><\/h2>\n

You have a plan, but regular training is important, especially if your business handles cash outside of normal business hours.<\/span><\/p>\n

Law enforcement recommends you train staff to:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Handle and <\/span>safely<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Report suspicious activity<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Close and open business properly<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Help your employees stay safe at work with proper planning and practice.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Need Help with Forms?<\/b><\/h2>\n

    Now that you have read about workplace security, you may be thinking about additional plans and forms.<\/span><\/p>\n

    We have several templates, such as <\/span>, available to help you run your business smoothly and effectively.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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