Security and crime prevention

Introduction

Crimes committed against businesses can have a very high cost. Valuable stock and equipment are lost, premises are damaged and staff morale takes a knock. Although rare, in the worst cases staff themselves can be injured or even killed. So it makes sense to take appropriate security measures to protect your business.

The security measures you should employ will depend on a number of factors such as your location, the type of goods you sell, your trading hours and the staff you employ.

This guide explains the most common security issues facing you as a business, your legal obligations, what you can do to prevent or deter crime and where you can go for more information.

Subjects covered in this guide

• Introduction
• Violence against staff
• Premises safety
• Security alarms
• CCTV surveillance
• Locks and keys
• Money security
• Stock security
• Dealing with security emergencies

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