How to reduce the risk of being targeted for a robbery when transferring cash

• When large amounts of cash are involved, use a security transport company
• Count cash out of sight of customers
• Reduce need for transfers by reducing use of cash; for example, encouraging electronic funds transfers

How to manage risks:

• Monitor the amount of cash held at your business and make regular random bank deposits through the day
• Do not take large amounts of cash to the bank in the same bag at the same time every day
• If possible, take someone with you to the bank
• Conceal deposit bag and use a bank close to you to deposit takings
• Constantly change the procedures for cash transfer, including changing routes, times, schedules, the amounts transferred and the vehicle used
• Do not take cash home – driving home with the day’s takings makes you a target for robbery
• Have signs indicating limited cash on premises

What to do if you are the target of a robbery

• Stand still, with your hands where they can be seen and avoid making sudden movements
• Do exactly as the offender says
• Try to stay calm
• Avoid drawing attention to yourself
• Avoid staring or making eye contact with the offender
• Allow the offender to leave and do not give chase
• When it is safe call 000
• Try not to touch anything that may involve disturbing the evidence