Cash and transactions.
WHY IT MATTERS
Handling money in public is when many people are targeted.
WHAT TO AVOID
Withdrawing large amounts routinely Withdrawing at the same time and place Counting money in public Carrying cash visibly
WHY ROUTINE WITHDRAWALS MATTER
Patterns are observed.
WHAT TO DO AT CASH MACHINES
Choose one in a populated, lit location Check surroundings before approaching Shield the keypad Put money away before leaving Leave promptly
WHAT TO NOTICE
Anyone waiting without using the machine Anyone offering help Devices attached to the machine
WHY OFFERED HELP
It is a common distraction method.
WHAT TO DO IF SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH THE MACHINE
Leave, and report it.
WHAT TO DO WHEN CARRYING BUSINESS TAKINGS
Vary times and routes Avoid carrying alone where amounts are substantial Do not use an obvious container Bank frequently rather than accumulating
WHY FREQUENTLY
It reduces the amount exposed at any time.
WHAT TO ESTABLISH FOR A BUSINESS
That staff banking money do not follow a fixed pattern.
WHAT TO PREFER
Electronic payment, where practical.
WHY
It removes the exposure entirely.
WHAT TO DO IF ROBBED WHILE CARRYING MONEY
Hand it over without hesitation.
WHY
No amount is worth an injury, and businesses should state this to staff explicitly.
