Robbery Reaction Tips

Unlike other crimes that affect businesses, robbery can not only financially harm the business but can lead to the harm of the employee. With the risk of violence it is important to prevent burglary, but also to know how to react if a robbery happens in order to prevent harm to the employees and aid in the apprehension of the robber.

Reaction
By definition, a robbery involves some physical force or threat of force, whether it is with a weapon or not. Since robberies occur quickly, it is helpful to establish a plan to follow in the event of a robbery.

Robbery Reaction Plan

Cooperate with the robber and do not jeopardize personal safety.

Try to alert other employees, possibly through a predetermined signal.

Identifying a robber can help in their apprehension, so try to remain calm and make note of:

Physical characteristics - their height (markers at the door can help), race, age, build, hair, etc.
Method of operation - weapon used, escape route, accomplices.

Because of the stress involved, it will help to immediately write down details of the event.

Notify the police immediately.

Do not discuss the events with anyone until the police arrive, so the information is not confused.

Protect the scene of the crime, lock the doors and do not let anyone enter or exit until the police arrive.