Articles of value (handbags and coats) should not be left in open, unattended reception areas or on desks in offices at any time.
At the end of each working day, store small personal and company items of value, such as laptops, etc., in a locked desk, credenza, file cabinet or other secured location.
Special care should be taken during certain times best suited for pilferage, i.e., the first 30 minutes after opening, lunch hours and just before closing. These are the times of maximum movement of personnel and absence from work areas and offices.
Serial numbers of all valuable items should be recorded and retained in a file to aid police in recovering property in the event of a loss or theft.
Never leave a vault or safe open while out of the office. Thoroughly mix combination lock when closing a vault or safe. Do not leave a vault or safe combination in a desk.
