The result is a higher level of personal safety for all employees. Similarly, member education programs involving security tips on carrying cash, using the ATM, and so forth can increase the safety of members. The benefit to approaching security as presented here is getting each employee to do a little in accomplishing an organization-wide plan. Hiring a large security staff may not be possible or necessary. Chances of incidents are reduced because of prevention systems and employee awareness.
Liability is reduced.
A credit union's defense against civil actions for negligence may be significantly enhanced. Costs Security budgets should put the greatest emphasis on the few personnel who will run the program and have key decision making authority. Another security budget priority should be training. Good training leads to self-confidence, production and compliance. Physical security equipment expenditures should be controlled by purchasing devices and systems to prevent likely or predictable risks.