SUITABLE LOCKS
A pin tumbler cylinder
lock provides the best security.
(Locksmiths caution that a burglar can easily pick a lock with less than
five pins.)
Dead Bolt Locks - when you use a double cylinder dead lock, the door
cannot be opened without a key on either side.
Safeguarding entranceways, especially the rear door cannot be over
emphasized.
Have all locks properly installed.
KEY CONTROL
Avoid the danger of key
duplication.
Keep and up-to-date key distribution list of those to whom keys have been
issued.
Whenever a key is lost or an employee leaves without turning in a key,
re-key your store.
Have one key and lock for outside doors and a different key and lock for
your office.
Have a code for each key so that it does not have to be visibly tagged and
only
an authorized person can know the specific lock that key fits.
Do not use a key chain with a tag carrying he store's address.
Take periodic inventory of keys.
BURGLAR ALARMS
The silent central
station burglar alarm system gives your business the best protection.
LIGHTING
Flood your business
with light - outside and inside
SAFE
Be sure the safe in
which you keep your money and other valuables is safe strong enough to
deter burglars.
The safe area should be well lighted all night.
Bolt the safe to the building structure.
Never leave the combination to your safe on business premises.
Change the combination when an employee who knows it leaves your firm.
MONEY
Bank all excess cash
each day.
EQUIPMENT
Leave cash register
drawer(s) empty and open at night.
INVENTORY
Keep a complete
inventory of all merchandise by description, brand name and serial number.
Keep a copy of your inventory at your office and at home.
CONTACT
For emergencies (fire,
burglary, or unsecured doors that cannot be secured) have three contact
numbers on file with Columbia Central Communication, so you can be
notified because of
emergencies and/or suspicious activities on your business property.