Small Business
Small Business Crime Facts
SOURCE: Australian Institute of Criminology, 2004
- Average cost to small business, resulting from crime: $6150
- 49% of small retail business is impacted by crime
- Small businesses generally underestimate their losses due to their being unaware of crimes perpetrated against them (such as shoplifting)
Small Business Security Tips
- Ensure all internal and external doors, emergency exits and windows are sufficiently solid and secured.
- Lock all doors when the office is unattended.
- Remove all keys from doors, and store in a locakable cabinet.
- Keep a ‘Key Register’ to record who has access to keys.
- Retrieve keys and access cards from ex-employees.
- Ensure the lock-up procedure of the premises under the control of a trained staff member.
- Install security lighting
- Keep all fences and building perimeters cleared of rubbish and potential climbing aides, such as ladders.
- Alter or eliminate areas that allow offenders to hide, such as recessed doorways, concealed yards, shrubs or planted areas.
- Secure bins in or away from buildings to prevent arson, or from being used as a means of carrying away stolen goods.
- Ensure that you car park is well lit, with safe access to and from your business.
- Keep blinds, shades or curtains drawn so items are not visible from outside.
Small Business Security Solutions
SNP Security has a range of cost effective solutions to suit small business owners. Depending on your individual business risks and needs, our team will develop an integrated solution including: