Theft is a major issue for retailers across the globe. In the “bad old days” theft
from QVM traders was common and the impact was particularly disastrous if it
involved trader’s takings. These days, with CCTV and regular
patrols by security staff the situation has significantly improved but there
are still issues, and we would like to know what you think.
We have published videos on this website of thieves being caught in
the act and daily events involving theft suggest that maybe we can do more to
control this illegal behaviour. The best preventative measure for traders is to
be alert. Great customer service lets your customers (and potential thieves) know
that you are watching their every move. But thieves can be a determined lot and
the question has been asked whether we should have an internal notification
system so that other traders can be advised of potential suspects. Traders notifying
neighbouring stalls or other stalls in their category have helped catch thieves
in the past.
Some stalls are magnets for thieves. High value items are often a
target and stalls with blockout areas are susceptible. Some stalls have
distinct closed off sections which can only be viewed all together by standing
in the aisle. Obviously that is not possible at all times.
Thankfully, theft only appears to be a problem for a small number
of traders. But what do you think? Should we have some form of notification for
suspicious activity? Do you know what to do in the case of theft? Would an
information session between traders and security staff be helpful? Please
comment below.
COMMENTS:
24/09/2015 19:52:02 Security Get your facts rite!! This is not a vic mkt security man you r talking about Dandenong mkt!! Rosalie
Hi Rosalie - Yes, you are right, this is not a photo of a QVM Security Guard. It is a generic security photo taken from the web. We will put a photo of a genuine QVM Security Guard on our files as soon as we can. Maybe Charlie would be willing to have his photo taken. Thanks for your input - Ed.
24/09/2015 19:52:02 Security Get your facts rite!! This is not a vic mkt security man you r talking about Dandenong mkt!! Rosalie
Hi Rosalie - Yes, you are right, this is not a photo of a QVM Security Guard. It is a generic security photo taken from the web. We will put a photo of a genuine QVM Security Guard on our files as soon as we can. Maybe Charlie would be willing to have his photo taken. Thanks for your input - Ed.