In a perfect world, people would own businesses and their employees would be honest and good, never stealing and doing their best. Unfortunately, we don’t live in a perfect world. There are times that nearly every business owner has to deal with some sort of theft from an employee. Luckily, this isn’t a lost cause, and there are some things you can implement into the way you run your business that can help you avoid theft in the workplace. Advanced Private Investigator and Security of Boca Raton FL would like to share some tips with you and hopefully help you safeguard your business with good employees.
Check Backgrounds
By checking the background of potential employees, you can have a better sense of the choices they have made in the past. Usually the past is a pretty good indication of what the future holds. People tend to follow patterns and the more you know, the better. Potential employees that have had drug habits are shown to be more likely to steal in order to support their habit. If an employee has a past criminal record, its better you find out before you hire them than after you have a bad experience with them.
Have an Employee Tip Reporting System
By setting up some sort of system that employees can make an anonymous tip, it allows your employees to feel safe about letting you know about anything suspicious. This can be done with either a designated phone line they can call or an email that they can use. If employees are aware that the other employees are watching for it, they will be less likely to steal.
Always Have Two People Working at a Time
Most employees who are thinking of stealing money or inventory, are more likely to do so when they are alone. You should always have two people working at a time to avoid an employee feeling like they aren’t being watched.
Video Surveillance
If you are unable to have more than one employee working at a time, or you are suspicious of multiple employees that you fear are working together, video surveillance is a great way to keep an eye on things. Just like having two employees working together, there is a feeling of being watched that is sure to deter employees from being dishonest. This is also a great way to keep an eye on your inventory and merchandise.
Get to Know Employees Questionnaire
If your employees have no idea who you are, they are more likely to feel good about stealing from you. It is much harder to steal from someone you are friends with or have a relationship with. Helping your employees feel needed and appreciated will help them feel more compelled to do a good job. Happy employees often equal honest employees.
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If you feel you have suspicious employees, you need to use caution in finding out for sure before you make any accusations. Accusations that don’t have merit can lead to legal issues for you. Advanced Private Investigator and Security of Boca Raton FL can help you get the proof you need if you are ever faced with theft in the workplace. Call today!
