Safe and Secure Health Check for Large Stores

This checklist helps large retail stores assess security and compliance across key areas. It covers external access controls, lighting, car parks, and outbuildings; internal security including loading bays, high-value lockups, fitting rooms, and alarms; front end and phone shop procedures; dotcom operations such as van keys, cabinets, and terminals; store control including colleague searches, keys management, chemicals, housekeeping, incident reporting, and CCTV access; and PFS checks from secure access to cash and tobacco trackers. Use it to identify next steps, reduce shrink, and strengthen store safety.