Security

Security

n. The DEPARTMENT with oversight responsibilities for the lawful behavior of all EMPLOYEES and CUSTOMERS.

NOTE: The STORE'S Security force operates mainly under cover, and works in cooperation with local law enforcement. I have seen several people arrested for SHOPLIFTING over the years, as well as seen EMPLOYEES terminated for inappropriate behavior.

WARNING: Some people can be very dangerous when confronted. So, observe, yes, but then immediately notify a MANAGER of anything unusual or suspicious. Don't ever take it upon yourself to attempt to apprehend anyone.

Security Camera

Security Camera

n. For safety and security purposes, video cameras monitor and tape activity throughout the STORE and its environs, including the parking LOT, LOADING DOCKS, DEPARTMENT BACKROOMS, and so on.

NOTE: Upon walking into the STORE, you can see yourself on a video monitor. This is known as sending folks a message. However, there are some who still don't get it. A few have learned the hard way that the STORE'S video tapes can and have been used for criminal prosecutions as well as internal disciplinary actions.

Shoplift

Shoplift

v. To steal. A type of theft.

NOTE: As a general rule, an abandoned or empty SHOPPING CART found in an AISLE is taken as after-the-fact evidence of a shoplifting event.

Shrink

Shrink

n. Any loss due to STORE DAMAGE, THEFT, or any other cause.

Store Manager

Store Manager

n. The most-senior person in charge of the whole STORE. See also MANAGER-ON-DUTY.

Swipe

Swipe

v. 1. To pass a mag-stripe card, such as a credit card, through a suitable card reader, or a bar-coded card, such as a STORE BONUS CARD across an optical checkout SCANNER. 2. To SCAN any ITEM at checkout. 3. To SHOPLIFT or steal.