Security Checklist For Your Business

With winter right around the corner, businesses face specific security challenges due to shorter daylight hours and changing weather conditions. To ensure your business remains secure, check out our fall security checklist.

 

1. Enhance Access Control Systems

Review and update access codes regularly, especially if you experience high turnover during seasonal changes. Implement more secure technologies like biometric authentication to restrict access more effectively.

 

2. Comprehensive Security System Checks

Conduct a thorough audit of your security cameras, alarm systems, and motion detectors. Ensure they have the latest firmware updates and perform maintenance checks to fix any vulnerabilities. This includes cleaning lenses and adjusting angles for optimal coverage. PRO TIP: Per Mar can handle this one for you if you’re a client.

 

3. Fire Safety Verification

Test all smoke detectors and fire alarm systems to ensure they are in working order and comply with the latest safety standards. Check that all employees know the fire evacuation routes and that these pathways are clearly marked and unobstructed. If you are a Per Mar customer, again we can help you here.

 

4. Optimize Exterior Lighting

Evaluate the adequacy of lighting around your building, particularly in parking lots, walkways, and other outdoor areas. Increased lighting not only deters criminal activity but also reduces the risk of accidents during darker hours.

 

5. Secure Entry Points

Inspect all windows, doors, and other entry points to ensure they close securely. Repair or replace any worn locks or entry mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access.

 

6. Emergency Preparedness

Update your emergency response plans, including fire evacuation and disaster response. Conduct drills to ensure all employees are familiar with procedures and can respond appropriately in an emergency.

 

7. Debris and Fall Hazard Management

Regularly clear debris and other obstacles from exterior spaces to prevent accidents and ensure clear emergency access. Check that roofing and drainage systems are clear to handle seasonal rain and prevent water damage.

 

8. Environmental Control Checks

As the temperatures outside are dropping, inspect your HVAC system to ensure it is functioning correctly to prevent fires caused by overheating or electrical faults.

 

9. Weather Preparation

Prepare for winter storms by securing outdoor equipment, ensuring you have adequate supplies such as ice melt or sandbags for flooding, and plan for potential business interruptions.

 

10. Conduct a Security Audit

Hire a professional to conduct a security audit of your premises. Per Mar can identify vulnerabilities in your current security setup that you may have overlooked, then suggest specific improvements tailored to your site.

 

This checklist will help ensure your business is prepared for the fall months and beyond, covering all aspects of physical security and safety to protect your assets and ensure the well-being of your employees and visitors. Give us a call to find out how we can help streamline your security needs!