Security Checklist for Businesses

Protect your Dallas business with this step-by-step checklist from Affinity Protection Group. Evaluate your workplace’s safety and identify areas for improvement.

Physical Security

• Secure all entry/exit points with locks or access control systems.

  
  

• Install motion-sensor lighting in parking lots and exterior areas.

  
  

• Test surveillance cameras for coverage and functionality.

  
  

• Post visible signage indicating security measures (e.g., “24/7 Monitoring”).

Employee Safety

• Train staff on emergency procedures (e.g., evacuation, active shooter response).

  
  

• Provide clear reporting channels for suspicious activity.

  
  

• Issue ID badges to employees and enforce visitor check-in protocols.

Risk Management

• Conduct a professional risk assessment to identify vulnerabilities.

  
  

• Review insurance policies for adequate coverage against theft or liability.

  
  

• Schedule regular security audits to maintain compliance with Texas regulations.

Technology and Response

• Install alarms linked to a monitoring service or local Dallas PD.

  
  

• Ensure communication systems (e.g., radios, panic buttons) are operational.

  
  

• Establish a relationship with a licensed security provider for rapid response.

  
  

Next Steps

Completed the checklist? Let Affinity Protection Group take your security to the next level. Schedule a no-cost risk assessment to receive a tailored plan for your business.