The extensive use of CCTV cameras in the UK, compared to other global cities, underscores the importance of investing in professional security services for businesses. Reports indicate that a criminal is captured on security cameras over 300 times daily in the UK, significantly more than in the U.S., where this occurs over 75 times per day.
As lockdown restrictions ease and criminal activity is expected to rise, proactive security measures are crucial for maintaining productive and profitable businesses. Here are ten compelling reasons to prioritize business security, along with actionable steps to enhance the safety of your business and staff.
Below we have compiled 10 reasons to take a more serious approach to business security, and the steps you can take to make your business and staff more secure.
Car Parks and Vehicle Security:
Car theft and damage are common issues, and unlit car parks located far from buildings can create opportunities for antisocial behavior and crime. To mitigate these risks, car parks should be monitored through either a staffed office or a CCTV system, and adequate lighting should be installed.
Protecting the property and assets:
Businesses that implement security measures are statistically less likely to experience theft compared to those without any security in place.
One of the primary objectives of businesses is to ensure that their property and assets are safe and properly accounted for.
Preventative measures:
The adage ‘prevention is better than cure’ is particularly relevant when it comes to securing your business premises.
Effective security measures include CCTV, access control systems, and intruder alarms. Additionally, displaying visible security signs can significantly reduce the likelihood of criminal activity
It is Avoidable:
As with most crimes, simple yet highly effective measures can dramatically reduce the risks. A straightforward deployment of mobile or static security officers could save you thousands in lost revenue due to vandalism, theft, or worse.
It is important:
You have software to protect your confidential data, but are you physically guarding your property? Neglecting this is like playing Russian roulette with your business security—it can have devastating consequences.
Contractors and Buildings or Maintenance Work:
Contractors working on your premises should be informed of your business security protocols and arrangements. Scaffolding used for building or maintenance work can pose a significant security threat if not properly managed.
Staff Risk:
Crime doesn’t adhere to a 9-to-5 schedule. Criminals don’t care about your business hours. If a staff member is in the wrong place at the wrong time—such as when an armed and dangerous individual is stealing expensive stock from your warehouse or property—it could end in disaster. Your business could be held liable for the consequences.
More Desirable to Criminals:
No security presence? Think about the message you’re sending to vandals and opportunists who pass by your building every day. You’re essentially saying, “Come and have a go—we’re not watching, not even when it’s dark.”
Combine health and criminal security:
Security companies like Civic Defence Policing can create bespoke solutions that integrate health and criminal security measures, offering a more cost-effective approach to safeguarding your business.
Security Officers or Patrols:
The use of security officers or patrols can be highly effective in many situations, providing a visible deterrent to potential criminals. These officers can be contracted through a specialist security company.
Civic Defence Policing offers strategic and flexible solutions tailored to our clients’ needs. Our goal is to deter criminal activity, provide peace of mind, and ensure safety while maintaining a strong security presence.
All of our security officers hold current registration with the Security Industry Authority (SIA), ensuring the highest standards of professionalism and expertise.
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Why Civic Defence Policing?
If you have the responsibility for safety and security we encourage you to contact us and discuss security options for your business or home.
We have former police personnel with operational policing experience, who are well placed to advise you on how Civic Defence Policing can design a proactive policing plan and enhance the safety and security at home or at work.
Our training exceeds the security industry standard and is aligned closely to operational police service delivery, this qualifies Civic Defence Policing officers to respond to and engage in matters which normal security staff are not trained or equipped to undertake.