Working in an executive suite, an office or co-working space is commonplace these days, and a large portion of founders and entrepreneurs choose to work in an office or shared working setting with shared/public WIFI and communal office equipment. Compared to other workplaces (such as coffee shops and open-air atriums), an office or shared workspace is a relatively low-risk setting for many different issues. There is generally no heavy machinery, equipment, or working parts, and there is not a risk of fatigue due to being on your feet all day long unless you’re running from meeting to meeting.

Today, we are going to take a look at some of the best ways you can keep the office or shared working safe and secure, and the people who work for you safe too. 

Secure and textured flooring that is maintained often

No one wants to be on the other end of a premises liability attorney lawsuit, and it is important for you to keep the office itself safe for all who work there no matter the position. This means you should make sure that the flooring is secure. Slippery surfaces or cracked tiles are a recipe for disaster and can lead to lawsuits if someone gets hurt. Make sure the flooring is in the appropriate shape for people to walk on day-after-day. If there is an issue, rope it off with tape alerting people not to walk there.

Use an alarm system with cameras

The most important resource you can have for your workplace is an alarm system. No matter how small and unassuming your office may be, there is always a risk that criminals will try to take advantage of the technology and equipment inside and steal it.

A good quality alarm system can be affordable, and it is something that will be incredibly useful for you as an employer. Make sure to think about placing sensors and cameras in every part of the building to ensure that there are no blind spots for robbers to take note of. 

Although alarm systems can be expensive, they are worth the value especially if you house a lot of high-value computers, laptops, and other costly office machinery and equipment.

Change the office locks before you move in

One aspect of buying or renting an office space that you might not consider at first is the locks. If you think about it, when you move into a new office, there is a possibility that there are people out in the world who have a copy of your keys. Perhaps the old tenant or a former disgruntled employee still holds a key? What would you do if an angry employee from the previous tenant broke into your office or worst yet, broke in during the day and threatened your employees?

This is a huge security risk and as a result, you must make sure to change the locks as soon as you start in your new business. 

Install appropriate lighting where necessary

The cover of darkness is the best friend of those who look to rob you, and as a result, it is important that you use light to your advantage wherever possible.

Ensure that the office has lots of natural light as well as light which is bright and unfiltered. And for the protection of your office, make sure to install some solar-powered, motion-sensing lights. As the sun goes down, these will light up whenever someone walks close-by the office. This can be a great deterrent and it will stop robbers from wanting to come and steal from you through fear of being caught. 

Install CCTV to monitor your office

One of the most effective ways to keep the office safe and secure at all times is to install CCTV cameras. CCTV is an incredibly important thing to have in the office and in the home, and it is worth installing this on the inside and outside of the office. Make sure that you cover every blind spot around the perimeter of the office and this will likely be a handy deterrent for you. If you see someone lurking around your office, you will be able to take the appropriate measures to prevent crime. Make sure to download the appropriate app to your smartphone so you can monitor your office on your phone while you’re not there. Having this access will help alleviate fear and anxiety.

Use a laptop lock

One of the things you might not have considered for your office is laptop locks. Most office workers these days have laptops to work remotely, and this means that a whole lot of data can be stored in one place. If you are looking to keep the office and your data safe, you can use a laptop lock which will keep it safe and secure and stop people from trying to steal it.