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Police urge business owners to review their security after safes were stolen from hotels and other commercial premises in Scotland.
There is no secret or magical way to protect your business property against theft. It takes a little planning and diligence, especially if you take business trips frequently. A prudent businessperson must ensure his business property both at home and away
Step 1
Take an inventory of your business property. Part of protecting your property is knowing what you have to protect. It is difficult to file a theft claim if you cannot prove that you actually owned the equipment. Be sure to include the serial numbers and purchase value of the business property. File the inventory away in a secure location.
Step 2
Lock your premises. This is especially important during off hours. If you are not the last person to leave for the night, make sure you designate a trusted employee to close down shop at the end of the day.
Step 3
Install an alarm system. In addition to locking the premises, an alarm system adds an additional layer of protection and provides peace of mind for the business owner.
Step 4
Keep your cash register in a secure, yet visible, location. If you have a retail operation that requires a cash register, make sure it is visible at all times, yet placed in an area that will make it difficult for would-be burglars to access it. Additionally, keep it locked when it is not in use.
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Posted at: Friday, 16 April 2010