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Convenience Store Security & Loss Prevention Challenges  Big three: Armed Robbery; Employee Theft; and Shoplifting. Employee theft is the greatest profit killer in C-Stores. Shoplifting is the second biggest cause of inventory loss. This Liquor Store is a Robbery Magnet Convenience Store News Magazine interview by Tammy Mastroberte. Podcast Time Stamps: [03:15] -- Interview begins with Convenience Store News Magazine. [03:20] -- Big three: Armed Robbery; Employee Theft; and Shoplifting. [04:25] -- 2500 sq.ft. box. It should be easy to control access, and inventory [06:35] -- Four main categories for providing adequate c-store security. [08:00] -- Employee theft is the greatest loss factor for last 40 years. [12:15] -- Dishonest employees learn to bypass technology deterrents. [15:25] -- Detailed shift training, accuracy, and accountability are critical. [25:00] -- Strict cash control at all times is greatest robbery deterrent. [27:00] -- Time delay safe; Drop-safe; Video surveillance with monitor display [30:00] -- Robbers talk about easy targets and best store chains to rob. Podcast about Convenience Store Loss Prevention and SecurityTweet This Convenience Store Security and Loss Prevention Convenience store security store design including crime risk analysis. Well-lighted exterior and highly-visible store interior are beneficial. Use security hardware and equipment to support design flaws. Liberal use of cash policy signs and decals for robbery prevention. Hire employees that are honest, capable, and accountable. Not all new hires have dexterity, speed, and accuracy for c-stores. Train with clearly defined and articulated procedures. Insist that every shift employee follows identical procedures. Audit some product or procedure every shift, every day. Rotate employees to compare shift sales and product movement. Convenience store security should be baked-in not layered on top. Convenience store loss prevention is a seamless part of a daily routine. Related Convenience Store Security Links Convenience Store Robbery and Cash handling. Gas Station Security - Car Burglary Sliders. Learn More about Premises Liability Litigation Download the book written by Crime School host Chris McGoey. Security Expert's Guide to Premises Liability Litigation. Evaluating Crime Foreseeability and Inadequate Security Cases. Biography of Chris E. McGoey Testimonials from a few clients Speaking Engagements Media Interviews Premises Liability Litigation Book Retain Chris as a Security Expert Witness Chris McGoey Blog Article Index Crime School Podcast Episode Index About Crime School Podcast Connect with Chris McGoey Email    213-537-3505      Twitter