While exterior security solutions can help prevent intruders from entering your facility, securing the inside of your business is just as important. It’s a critical part of keeping your operations running smoothly and ensuring the safety of your personnel and property.

The good news is, there are various strategies that you can use to protect your business from the inside, including:

1. Establish clear policies

Establish clear policies for employee access and document the policies in writing. Make sure to include the hours of operation, access points, and who has the authority to grant access. Strictly enforce these policies and train your employees in the protocols that you’ve put in place.

2. Install verified surveillance

Verified surveillance systems are an important part of an indoor security plan. They will help deter theft, allow you to review footage in the event of an incident and provide a clear record of what’s taken place in the facility. If you use verified security, you can reduce false alarm rates, ensure authorities respond to criminal activity quickly and increase the rate of apprehension. 

3. Secure doors, windows and access points

Ensure all doors, windows and other access points are secured with locks and other physical safeguards. Access points should also be monitored with cameras and/or other monitoring devices. For extra security, consider installing biometric locks, metal security shutters or window bars.

4. Implement managed access control

A managed access control system provides an electronic layer of security for your facility. It enables you to set up a secure network for tracking who goes in and out of certain restricted areas. It can also be used to manage schedules, monitor activity and provide a secure platform to authorize access.

5. Perform background checks

Performing background checks on all personnel is an important part of ensuring the safety of your facility. It can help you to identify any potential risks and enable you to prevent unauthorized access. You can create your own screening process or use a professional screening service.

6. Secure your Wifi

Make sure your facility’s wifi is secure and encrypted with a strong password. This is important to prevent any unauthorized access to your network and keep sensitive information safe. Be sure to regularly change the password and limit access to the wifi network.

7. Eliminate hiding places

Check to make sure there are no nooks, crannies or other hiding places in your facility. This will help curb any attempts to hide in the facility for malicious purposes. Be sure to perform regular checks for any areas that could be used for hiding and eliminate them.

8. Practice good habits

Establishing and practicing good habits is an important part of indoor security. Encourage your staff to be aware of their surroundings and report any suspicious activity immediately. Train your team to secure unattended workspaces, such as laptops and phones, whenever they’re away from the desk.

You can also promote the use of secure passwords and create a security culture within your organization.

9. Establish procedures for visitors

If your business doesn’t have regular foot traffic, like a retail store, set up procedures for visitors entering or leaving your premises. This will help ensure only authorized personnel are able to access the facility and prevent any unauthorized access.

Be sure to issue visitor badges and regularly check visitor logs to ensure they are up to date.

By implementing these strategies, you can help protect your business from security threats from the inside out. If you’re unsure of what steps to take, consider hiring a professional security consultant for advice. Sonitrol Western Canada is here to help. Get in touch with our team today.