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Basic Security


How to Protect your Business Assets by Minimising Risk

Crime costs businesses millions of pounds each year, and businesses are more at risk of crime than homes are, so protecting your staff, premises and profits from the effects of crime simply makes good business sense.
At BiB our aim is to help you manage and reduce your exposure to risk, specifically when it comes to the basic security arrangements for your business, helping you to minimise the risk you face from both planned and opportunistic criminal activity.
So how can we reduce your exposure to this risk?
Unfortunately, it’s a common feature that many businesses often overlook the need for basic security to their cost. The effects of criminal activity can be far-reaching and some simple measures can significantly reduce your exposure to risk.
Whatever your business, a well-planned review and assessment of your basic security programme is a proven and effective method designed to protect your valuable investment.
To give you some guidance on basic security risk management, we have put together an outline below of the main areas you should take into consideration in order to reduce your exposure to risk.

What you should consider

We would recommend that you carry out a thorough examination of both your premises and operations, closely evaluating any areas which may leave you exposed to significant risk. This will highlight any areas which could cause problems to you and your staff, enabling you to:

  • Identify the areas in most need of attention.

  • Evaluate the scale of risk.

  • Ensure that you have adequate arrangements in place.


Some important areas you need to consider when assessing your exposure to risk:
  • How much stock on your property may be vulnerable?

  • Are your portable tools securely stored?

  • Is there a safe or secure storage area?

  • Do you have an up-to-date asset register?

  • Do you have a shut-down procedure?

  • What are the levels of criminality in the neighborhood?

  • What is the probable police response time to an incident?

  • Have you conducted a recent, thorough security review?

  • What security systems do you have in place?

  • Are intruder alarms maintained and monitored effectively?

  • Are there any security gates and fencing?

  • What are the condition of any security doors and locks?

  • Are window locks fitted to vulnerable access points?

  • Is there a security access control system?

  • Could daytime intruders access important areas undetected?

  • Who are the main keyholders?

  • Are keys securely stored?

  • Does each person have a unique alarm pass code?

  • Is there a security review whenever staff leave?

This is a brief overview of some of the issues that could affect your business to a greater or lesser degree, depending on how you manage them. We can help you examine these areas in a well-planned and detailed manner, identify your level of exposure to risk and develop an organised, cost-effective risk management plan, all of which gives you greater control of your business performance, profitability and success.

What should I do now?

If you would like to find out more about managing the risks associated with your basic security arrangements, then please call us on 01325 353888 and we will be happy to discuss this important issue with you in greater detail.
Alternatively please email us on: webenq@bibinsurance.co.uk