Whether you have a small office, a multi-floor building that is only part of your business or has several warehouses, it is essential that you keep them safe and secure. Not only will keeping them secure provide a great working environment, but it will also help you to minimize any costs related to theft. Let’s have a look a some of the ways you can keep your business secure below:
Use Security
Not all businesses will have the need ot use a security service, however, if you have big office blocks, a large warehouse, or high-value stock and products then using security can give you a bit of peace of mind. There are numerous different ways you can use a security service. They can monitor the people who enter the site and hand out visitor passes, conduct regular site walkabouts, and remove possible threats. They can also act on any alarms and reviews and CCTV footage. You could hire in-house or outsource for this role.
Install Surveillance Cameras
A really great way to secure your business premises is to use something such as a commercial security service. Not only will they deter potential thieves, but it can also help to watch who is on the premises at any time, and reduce insurance costs. This sort of system can protect your stock, equipment and on-site holdings, as well as offer some protection and reassurance to your employees. You may not like to think about internal theft happening, however, it does. Cameras can be a good deterrent for this happening too. You may even be able to view live footage on your devices at home, so when you are away from the office, you can still keep a watchful eye, or react to any triggers.
Think About Security Training
It is best if you have security training in place in any business, so, if you don’t now is the time to start thinking about providing it. You should have a clearly defined section in your company handbook, and make sure everyone has received training, it’s documented, and it is familiarised. I anything changes, provide an update. The training can include anything rom making sure your ID badge is visible at all times, dealing with visitors on-site, and clocking in and out thought to follow the company procedures and rules on a mobile phone, cybersecurity, and how ot deal with a fire drill.
If you ensure your staff receive and understand the relevant security training you are helping ot keep your business premises safe and secure. As well as providing relevant and updated training for any employees, it’s a good idea to make sure it is documented, and that there are procedures in place for safety hazards such as fire exits being blocked, or door being left unlocked at night.
These are just three of the top ways ot keep your business safe and secure. Do you have any other safety tips that you could share in the comments, that could help a small business?