Objects
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Hazards
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Possible Controls
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Visitor book
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- Unauthorised access to site
- Being unaware of who is on site in the event of an emergency
- Visitors unaware of emergency procedures
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- Ensure identification is checked prior to allowing access
- Ensure relevant personnel escort visitor / contractor and authorise access
- Ensure the visitor book is filled out correctly to assist in the event of an emergency by readily identifying how many visitors are on the premises and their location
- Use the time spent by visitors filling in the visitor book to make visitors aware of security and emergency procedures in relation to your site
- Ensure visitors are escorted as per procedures
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Access cards
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- Unauthorised access to site
- Access cards and privileges are not regularly updated
- Aggressive clients identify individuals and their employing agency from their ID
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- Ensure policy / procedure is in place regarding lost or stolen cards and employees follow procedures through monitoring use of cards
- Ensure personnel that are dismissed have privileges revoked and security procedures are implemented
- Ensure regular reviews of access privileges are conducted
- Advise staff to remove identification during out of office breaks
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Cash
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- Unsecured cash
- Possible theft by force
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- Ensure only minimal amounts of cash are kept in public access areas
- Ensure cash is kept in a secure location, lockable storage box
- Ensure all persons handling cash are trained in workplace procedures and processes
- Ensure duress alarms are in place, working, accessible and other employees are aware of procedures in case of activation
- Ensure employees monitoring cash are trained in processes and procedures in case of threat of theft
- Install security cameras and signage to make people aware of camera operations as a deterrent
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