Loss Prevention Techniques

TO PREVENT SHOPLIFTING:

• Request a free business security survey from your local police departments Crime Prevention unit.
• Position mirrors in the store so that all areas can be viewed from the cash register.
• Look the customer in the eye-offer assistance-talk with him/her.
• Be aware of the isolated shopper.
• Install some type of indicator that a customer has entered the shop.
• Train new employees to be alert in spotting potential thieves and in follow-up procedures after an incident.
• Keep candy and small high value items close to cash register and, where possible, in glass cases.
• Dont pile stock high on top shelves.
• Keep store areas well lit.
• No customers should be allowed to take merchandise into ice fishing shanties or pop-up blinds on display.
• Alternate the direction of clothing hangers on racks.
• ALWAYS PROSECUTE!