The holiday season is a time many business owners choose to spend with their families. This typically means leaving other employees in charge of vital documents and other information. Even if it’s locked away in a safe, your business assets could still be at risk. The following are a few simple steps to take to increase security for the holidays.

How to Protect Your Safe This Holiday Season

1. Check All the Locks

Deadbolts on doors are one of the first lines of defense against would-be thieves. And even if the keys are only held by yourself and trusted employees, it’s possible a staff member lost their set, or a lock was broken recently. Both of these scenarios increase your risk of a break-in. Inspect each lock and change any that are compromised.

2. Be Mindful Who You Give Keys To

Did you hire a temp to help you out with seasonal work? Make sure you don’t give this individual a set of keys. You simply haven’t had the time to do a thorough background check on them, and providing them with full access to the workspace may open up opportunities to intruders because this employee is not fully invested in the success of your business.

3. Update All Codes

Even if you think your alarm and other codes are uncrackable, it’s still best practice to change them at least once a year. That way, you can rest assured that no one spotted you typing the number in without you noticing. Additionally, setting them up around the holidays will make it easier to remember to do it again this time next year.

Always dedicated to providing secure peace of mind, Central Safe & Lock of Fairfield, OH, is committed to the safety of area businesses this holiday season. For more than 20 years, these local professionals have offered a variety of expert services, including safe repairs, advanced security system installation, and emergency assistance. To learn more about their products and services, call (513) 884-1870 or visit them online today.