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Robbery Prevention
Robbery is a crime that targets both people and businesses. Reduce the risk of
personal injury and increase the potential of bringing the culprit(s) to justice.
Visibility
· Ensure that windows are not covered over by signs or merchandise.
· The store cash register should be located so as to allow a clear view for
passing motorists, pedestrians and police patrols. In the event of a robbery,
a store employee will be able to note the car's description and direction of travel.
· Notify the police if suspicious persons hang around your place of business. Be especially alert at opening and closing times.
Lighting
· The interior, exterior, front and rear of a business premise should be well
illuminated to deter potential robbers from hiding in shadows or poorly lit areas.
Video Equipment
· If your business is equipped with a video camera ensure the system is working.
Regularly clean and inspect the video equipment and change the video tape every
week. Ensure proper camera alignment of the cash register and/or doorway area .
Money Handling
· Do not keep large amounts of cash on the premise.
· Use a drop safe or night deposit. When making night deposits have someone
with you, stagger your delivery times and DO NOT carry money in sight .
During a Robbery
· Remain Calm
· Obey the robber's commands
· Do not antagonize the robber
· Consider all firearms to be loaded
· Look at the robbers - notice details to aid you in describing them and
their mannerisms. Note age, weight, height, clothing, tattoos or scars
· Take note of the weapon
· Watch the direction the robbers take - if they use a vehicle, try to note
the license plate number
After a Robbery
· Call the police immediately! Dial 9-1-1
· Give your name, telephone number and the address of the hold-up
· Give a description of the suspect(s), direction of travel, and a license
number if a vehicle was used
· Advise whether or not weapons were used
· Protect the crime scene. Keep customers or other employees away from the
area of the store where the robbery occurred
· Ask witnesses to wait until the police arrive
· Lock the door until the police arrive
· Do not touch anything
· Save any notes that were used - do not handle it or let others handle it
· Co-operate with the police
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