Transcript Security for Employees

Workplace Security
for Employees
Session Objectives
You 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
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streets
Avoid shortcuts
Walk briskly and
confidently
Avoid wearing
headphones
Avoid wearing
expensive jewelry
Keep personal items
close to your body
Personal Security:
Public Transportation
• Have your fare ready
• Stand back from the
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edge of platforms
Chose a safe seat
Keep alert
Hold on to personal
items
Don’t return stares or
comments
Personal Security:
Parking Areas
• Keep your vehicle
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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
Personal Security:
Working Late or Alone
• Make sure someone
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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
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
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outbursts
Talk about weapons
Paranoia
Blaming others for
problems
Extreme mood swings
or stress
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
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property
Follow rules for
securing company
property
Keep access doors
closed
Report thefts of
personal or company
property
Report suspicious
activity
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
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Need Additional Help?
Contact HSCG, LLC at: [email protected] or
call us at: 800.880.4485
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