Security Essentials For Business
Security tips – your business
Security is always something to be concerned about, particularly in our currently poor economic situation, which has driven many to theft. Every company needs to have a security policy in place to protect employees, equipment and goods. Having the right security measures can help deter or keep out burglars and trespassers.
Here are some simple suggestions for improving security at your workplace:
- The first one is so obvious: close all windows and lock all doors when leaving the premises
- Invest in a good, monitored alarm system. Limit the number of people who have the password and change it regularly
- To enhance security for your employees, make sure all the entrances to the building have sufficient external lighting. This will have the added advantage of discouraging break-ins
- Consider installing keypad locks to secure all entrances and exits. Using swipe cards or badges is another way to limit access to just staff members
- If the costs of installing a full CCTV system are too high, consider a dummy CCTV camera
- A well-looked-after building looks more secure, which in turn deters vandals or burglars
- Refresh staff training on security protocols regularly. As staff get comfortable, standards slip. It is important to teach staff not to be embarrassed to confront someone if they do not recognise him or her
- Have a system for recording visitors so that you have a way of knowing exactly who is on site. You need to know this in the event of a fire or evacuation in any case. Providing a visitor badge shows everyone that that person is authorised to be there
- Consider dummy CCTV cameras for your car park and signs to go with them
- Installing barriers or gates at the entrance to your car park will mean you can manage who has access to the car park after working hours
- Invest in clamps for your technology so that computers cannot be easily removed. Password protection for all machines containing sensitive information is vital
