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Tampering with security is a reason for termination

I terminated the employment of someone this week because they deliberately disconnected the security camera located directly above a sales register. Their explanation was that the camera had been faulty and they were trying to fix it. The video evidence shows the camera working days prior to them reaching up and behind the camera and removing the cable that connects it to the recording device.

The wanted the camera off and the only reason could be one that compromises the business.

When it comes to business security we need to take a zero tolerance approach. Yes there are labour laws to respect. When it comes to casual employees we have some more flexibility.

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  1. shane

    On this subject, how do you handle the right to inspect bags, do you do it sometimes or to all the customers

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