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n Suitable arrangements are
required for the safe and secure
storage of hazardous substances
and flammable materials. These
should be made especially secure
from the risks of arson or other
criminal damage from intruders.
Policies & Procedures
Staff need to know what security
policies, procedures and protocols are
in place and how security incidents or
breaches must be reported. It should
be made clear that it is company policy
to prosecute whenever possible in
cases of theft or criminal damage.
Loose, scrap metal should not be
left unsecured: the theft of metal has
become a significant area of criminal
activity in the UK in recent years and
should be reported to the police.
For further information, please contact
Tom Rayer, Health, Safety & Environmental
adviser at tom.rayer@bpif.org.uk

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