Good security starts with YOU!
By answering "yes" to each of these questions, you are following simple procedures that will help protect your property:
- Do you restrict office keys to those who actually need them, and keep a list of key distribution?
- Do you have adequate procedures for collecting keys from departing employees?
- Do you restrict duplication of keys except for those specifically ordered in writing through the Management office?
- Are filing cabinet keys accounted for and are filing cabinets locked at night?
- Do you record all office equipment serial numbers (i.e., computers, calculators, audiovisual equipment, etc.) to maintain correct identification in case of theft or fire?
- Do you immediately deposit incoming checks and cash so that you do not keep large sums of money in the office overnight?
- Do you have desktops clear of important working material that should be safeguarded when you leave work?
- Is your reception area attended at all times?
- Are handbags, cell phones, laptop computers, etc., in drawers or cabinets that can be locked when not in use?
- Do you promptly report solicitors or any suspicious persons?
- Do you challenge any unknown person in your suite by asking, "May I help you?"
- Is one person responsible for insuring that entrance doors to your space are secured at the end of each working day?
Respect your security system. If you do not follow the prescribed procedures, you cannot expect others to do so!