Unfortunately, thefts and crimes against persons do occur during and after business hours in an urban office environment. Such crimes are usually perpetrated under the pretext of legitimate business. Criminal activity can often be prevented by employing a few simple, common sense security precautions.

The following security tips can be applied to your business environment to protect yourself and your belongings:

• Control the issuance of keys and access card keys, and security codes. Contact Building Management when keys and access cards are lost or stolen.
• Do not allow persons unknown to you to follow you into the building during secure hours.
• Never leave your reception area unattended, and do not allow visitors or delivery persons to pass beyond the reception area unless they are known.
• Be alert to your surroundings and persons unknown to you or who seem out of place. Do not hesitate to report a suspicious person to building management.
• Notify building management if contractors are not wearing ID badges.
• Do not leave purses or other valuable items near doors, under desks or anywhere in plain sight. Do not leave your wallet in a jacket hanging over a chair or door.
• Keep a record of credit card and debit card numbers in a secure place in the event of loss or theft. Do not carry large sums of money.
• Never allow visitor or public traffic in storage areas. Do not make storage rooms easily accessible from the main business area.
• Remember to secure your office at the close of business.

Remember, given the right opportunity, it takes only seconds for a criminal to steal from or bring harm to another person. Protect yourself and your property. Remember, effective security depends on the cooperation and concern of everyone.

Please note: Keys are defined as keys, key fobs, access cards, or transponders – anything that would provide access.