Crime Prevention - Business

🛍️ Keeping Your Shop Safe: Six Top Tips from Your Local Police

We know running a shop isn’t easy, and shoplifting can hit your business hard. We’re here to help you keep your shop, staff, and customers safe.

Here are six quick, practical tips:

1️⃣ Meet & Greet 👋 – Say hello to customers quickly; it shows you’re alert.

2️⃣ Crime Mapping 🗺️ – Track where and when incidents happen to adjust layouts and staff placement.

3️⃣ Electronic Tagging 🛡️ – Use security tags and gates to deter theft.

4️⃣ Keep It Tidy 🧼 – Clear sightlines and clutter-free aisles reduce hiding spots.

5️⃣ Staff Awareness 👥 – Train staff to trust their instincts and report concerns discreetly.

6️⃣ Safety in Numbers 👀 – Avoid lone working when possible.

👮 We’re out and about supporting local businesses and can visit your shop to give tailored security advice. Together, we can make Tottenham’s high streets safer and more welcoming for everyone.

If you see suspicious activity, call us on 101, or 999 in an emergency.