workplace security for employees. © business & legal reports, inc. 0606 session objectives you...
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Session ObjectivesYou will be able to:• Understand the company’s security policy
and procedures• Take personal security measures on the job
and commuting to work• Identify requirements for protecting
computer networks and sensitive business information• Help prevent workplace theft
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What You Need to Know• Security policy and procedures• Personal security issues• Computer security• How to protect sensitive information• How to help prevent workplace theft
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What’s at Stake• Crimes against companies are increasing• You want to feel safe at work• OSHA requires a safe workplace
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Security Policy:Standard Procedures• Visitor sign-in and
escort• IDs• Security problems
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Security Policy: Key Measures• Security equipment• Security patrols• Inspections• Lighting• Entry points
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Security Policy:Keeping Criminals Out• References• Background checks
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Security Policy• Do you understand our
security policy and procedures?• Do you understand the
other steps the company takes to make the facility secure?
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Personal Security: On the Road• Keep windows up and
doors locked• Stay on well-traveled,
well-lit roads whenever possible• Keep vehicles in
good condition and gassed up• Never pick up
strangers
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Personal Security: On the Road (cont.)
• What to do in case of a breakdown• What to do if you feel
threatened
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Personal Security:On the Street• Stay on well-traveled
streets• Avoid shortcuts• Walk briskly and
confidently• Avoid wearing
headphones• Avoid wearing
expensive jewelry• Keep personal items
close to your body
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Personal Security:Public Transportation• Have your fare ready• Stand back from the
edge of platforms• Chose a safe seat• Keep alert• Hold on to personal
items• Don’t return stares or
comments
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Personal Security:Parking Areas• Keep your vehicle
locked• Try to walk with others• Have your key ready • Check before you
get in• Lock doors as soon as
you’re in• Report strangers or
suspicious activity
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Personal Security:Working Late or Alone• Make sure someone
knows where you are• Keep your work area
well lit• Keep alert• Be extra cautious when
using rest rooms, stairs, and elevators• Let someone know
when you leave
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Personal Security:Intruders in the Building• Avoid confrontation• Let the person get
away• Continue on your way• Call for help• Be ready to describe
the intruder
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Personal Security: Signs of Violence• Threats or intimidation• Frequent angry
outbursts• Talk about weapons• Paranoia• Blaming others for
problems• Extreme mood swings
or stress
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Personal Security:Violence Prevention • Report threats and troubling behavior• Arrange a danger signal with co-workers• If confronted, try to get away• If you can’t get away, remain calm and try
not to provoke a violent reaction
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Personal Security• Do you understand
what we’ve discussed about personal security?
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Computer Security • Passwords• Backups• Virus protection• Firewalls
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Computer Security (cont.) • Online connections• Software security
features• E-mail attachments• Security patches
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Protecting Sensitive Business Information • Simple, practical measures• Need-to-know access only•Monitoring work• Changing codes as necessary
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Preventing Workplace Theft• Secure personal
property• Follow rules for
securing company property• Keep access doors
closed• Report thefts of
personal or company property• Report suspicious
activity
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Preventing Workplace Theft (cont.)
• Log in materials when they are delivered • Check orders and
paperwork against goods• Follow rules for
tracking inventory counts• Keep a close eye on
accounts
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Key Points to Remember•Workplace security is a priority for us all• You play an important role in keeping the
workplace safe and secure•Make sure you understand our security
policy and procedures and do your part to support them• Take precautions to protect your personal
security on the job and commuting to work