During bus times its helpful to refresh simple, practical steps everyone can take to reduce the risk of shoplifting and keep our high street safe. Below are easy non-confrontational measures you can take. For Shop Staff Improve visibility: Keep aisles clear and arrange displays so staff have full view.Place high value items carefully: keep small expensive items in locked displays or behind the counter.Use good customer service: Great customer service and offer assistance, this is a great deterrence.CCTV and Signage: Ensure cameras cover entrances, exits and vulnerable areas and work with the police is providing cctv of offences.For Shoppers / Residence If you see suspicious behaviour do not intervene instead note the description and pass onto the staff and police.Support local shops by shopping visibility, being friendly to staff and reporting anything suspicious. |