According to Statista, there were 161,291 burglaries in Canada in 2019 and small businesses are just as likely to be targeted as homes, if not more, making commercial security a priority. Whether you’re planning on closing your small business during the holidays or have experienced a burglary yourself, it’s important to know what you can do to prevent it from happening.
Careful Inventory Placement
Place your inventory at strategic points throughout your store. For example, you can place high-value, expensive items closer to the cash register rather than huddled away in a back corner or right at the storefront. Stores with high-risk items that are placed at the window displays have an increased chance of burglary at night. A simple window break, and it’s all theirs.
Storefront Security Systems
Make sure it’s well known that your business is protected. Have security cameras angled at the entrance points, exit points, more hidden areas of your store as well as towards the cash register.
Professional Commercial Security
Hiring professional commercial security goes a long way in deterring theft. A highly trained, reliable and experienced commercial security officer from Cynergy will effectively protect your establishment and keep an eye on suspicious customers. In addition, they are able to better monitor customers as they exit should there be an issue with theft.
High-Quality Glass Installation
Reinforced, tempered or laminated glass is a paramount addition to any business, large or small. The multiple smashes it requires for that glass to eventually break will draw attention to the criminal. It also makes a break and theft much more difficult.
Don’t Store Safes Near the Back
Burglars are used to the safes being stored closer to the back, either in the storage room or in another facility. Place the safes near the front where police and commercial security can keep an eye on them and where theft will be much easier to catch. It’s also a great idea to have a camera specifically angled at the area.
Plenty of Light
Point plenty of spotlights towards the storefront or the areas of the establishment which house expensive items. You can also have plenty of light towards parking lots and back areas to elevate the safety of your employees and customers, especially late at night.
Are you looking for professional commercial security services to beef up your establishments’ protection? Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. Our highly experienced and qualified officers are at the ready.