Spring Safety and Security Tips to Protect Your Business

The cold and snow are not disappearing yet in Michigan, but there are plenty of reasons to start prepping for warmer weather with spring safety and security tips. This time of year gives people energy, ideas, and motivation – but they don’t always present in a positive way. It’s essential for businesses to review and revamp security measures to keep employees and visitors safe from thieves, vandals, accidents, and troublemakers. Spring security starts with strategic planning.

Be Ready for Spring Break

Businesses don’t have to be in a popular spring break destination to be troubled by bored college students who weren’t able to fly south. Mischief can reign anytime, but especially when people use this season to get their kicks no matter where they are. Spring break time attracts young adults as well as families, especially if you’re located near a tourist attraction, shopping center, entertainment venue, or lodging. Smart spring safety and security moves include:

• A bigger fleet of uniformed security guards who enforce strict access control.
• Guards who check identification as needed, particularly at entrances.
• Security guards tasked to monitor crowd behavior to prevent altercations or disturbances.

Prep for Festive Crowds

If you are in a downtown area near other businesses or event venues, you know foot traffic increases exponentially come spring and summer. Public events create crowds, whether they’re spurred on by festivals, farmers’ markets, or live music. You need more eyeballs on your premises and goods to ensure that all is well. These security measures are key:

• Position armed security guards at entry and exit points to control the flow of people.
• Situate guards to oversee barriers to guide crowd movement and prevent overcrowding.
• Include regular patrols in security measures so guards identify potential problem areas and people.

Enhance Surveillance Efforts

Surveillance cameras are an excellent measure of security for any business – but they are most impactful when monitored in real time by security guards and, most importantly, accompanied by uniformed guards who are obviously stationed to keep watch on the premises. Cameras and computers are powerful and video surveillance is a must-have when it comes to safety and security tips, but determined criminals do their homework and avoid cameras or find ways to alter technology. A two-fold system of tech and human security guards means:

• Guards recognize a problem or threat as soon as they see it and cameras back it up.
• The tech element is a watchful eye that recognizes problems while the human element interprets the situation.
• Security guards and indoor/outdoor video surveillance combined work for small or wide-open spaces.

Implement Proactive Safety and Security Tips

Safety and security tips make up a never-ending list, but working with Korner Security to develop a customized plan for your business will help you feel like you have covered all the bases. Whether your biggest concerns are increased food traffic, weather-related safety considerations, suspicious behavior, emergency preparedness, or ongoing threats, contact us to discuss a customized security plan for your business in any season.