Whether you have since become a business owner of a shop, an office or any other type of environment, you should make it one of your priorities to consider the security of your premises. Keeping your business environment secure should not fall short of some good investment, especially if you keep the majority of goods within the premises.
No matter the size of your team of staff, you should always ensure that there is enough security, so the business and workers remain safe. Having extra protection also allows for better and trustworthy work environments. As this is your business, you have a legal obligation to make sure your team and potential customers are safe within your premises. Continue reading for three useful ways to keep your business environment secure.
Alarm and CCTV Systems
If you have decided to become the owner of a premises – no matter how small – you’re responsible for its security measures and safety. One excellent security measure to consider is purchasing a reliable CCTV and alarm system. This is highly beneficial as these systems can truly make the difference between protecting your building and goods and otherwise. Having added protection as well is also great for insurance claims.
It’s also important that you double-check any existing CCTV and alarm systems currently in operation if you’ve bought the premises with these already installed. If it is a shop premises, it’s useful to be vigilant and aware of theft. That being said, it is impossible to be fully aware at all times. This makes CCTV and alarm systems useful in being the third eye; also acting as a deterrence measure. These security systems can be expensive, but the investment is always worth it.
ID Cards
Another way to keep your business secure is by investing in ID cards – like HID Prox cards. Business owners use this extra measure of security as the embedded technology within the cards (RFID) can be used for controlled access into rooms, cash registers and much more. The technology works by using a low radio frequency to admit access into a secure environment. You can purchase these cards few at a time or in bulk and are an effective and affordable measure to secure your business environment. If you own a shop for example, you can use these cards for admittance into the stock room, or into the staff room and safe. Definitely a worthy investment to consider!
Risk Assessment
Having a risk assessment for the health and safety of all stakeholders is recommended for every workplace. It consists of identifying any hazards within the premises and the steps taken to either eradicate them or measures of precaution if they were to occur. You’re not required to have a written risk assessment, but having your staff read and understand a written risk assessment ensures their safety. It also develops your professionalism.
Above are only a few of the many different options you can consider when keeping your work environment secure. Don’t hesitate and do what you can to keep you, your staff and your customers safe from the get-go.
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