yourself by reporting them, you are protecting your employer from problems that might arise if someone were to be injured as a result of the danger.

Be aware of your surroundings.

This goes beyond watching for strangers. Keep an eye on the people in your area at all times. Even co-workers. The newspaper has reports all the time of an employee who snaps under th

Working today is much different than 50 years ago. What was once unheard of is now commonplace among today's office workers. Unfortunately, being safe on the job has also changed, but not for the better.

Theft, assault and even murder are becoming more common in businesses today. Workers not only have to worry about the presentation they are about to give, but about the employee who was just let go, or the one who has been hanging out in their cubical alone. No longer is it a problem of a few pens and paperclips that are taken; now it is wallets, credit cards, and sometimes lives. Crime on the job is rising, but there are things you can do to protect yourself from becoming a victim.

Lock up your valuables.

Or better yet, don't bring them to work. On the job theft is a major problem in corporate America. Lunches, cash, and personal items are being taken by co-workers more often. If you must bring valuables to work, keep them on you at all times, or if that is not possible, then in a locked desk drawer or locker.

Report suspicious people.

It might be a new employee, or it might be some guy off the street looking for something to steal. If you see a stranger roaming your company's halls ask them who they are and where they work in the company. If you are uncomfortable confronting a stranger, report him to a supervisor.

Report dangerous areas.

Broken locks and burned out light bulbs are hazards that are easily fixed. Not only are you protecting yourself by reporting them, you are protecting your employer from problems that might arise if someone were to be injured as a result of the danger.

Be aware of your surroundings.

This goes beyond watching for strangers. Keep an eye on the people in your area at all times. Even co-workers. The newspaper has reports all the time of an employee who snaps under th

loyee who was just let go, or the one who has been hanging out in their cubical alone. No longer is it a problem of a few pens and paperclips that are taken; now it is wallets, credit cards, and sometimes lives. Crime on the job is rising, but there are things you can do to protect yourself from becoming a victim.

Lock up your valuables.

Or better yet, don't bring them to work. On the job theft is a major problem in corporate America. Lunches, cash, and personal items are being taken by co-workers more often. If you must bring valuables to work, keep them on you at all times, or if that is not possible, then in a locked desk drawer or locker.

Report suspicious people.

It might be a new employee, or it might be some guy off the street looking for something to steal. If you see a stranger roaming your company's halls ask them who they are and where they work in the company. If you are uncomfortable confronting a stranger, report him to a supervisor.

Report dangerous areas.

Broken locks and burned out light bulbs are hazards that are easily fixed. Not only are you protecting yourself by reporting them, you are protecting your employer from problems that might arise if someone were to be injured as a result of the danger.

Be aware of your surroundings.

This goes beyond watching for strangers. Keep an eye on the people in your area at all times. Even co-workers. The newspaper has reports all the time of an employee who snaps under th

ing them to work. On the job theft is a major problem in corporate America. Lunches, cash, and personal items are being taken by co-workers more often. If you must bring valuables to work, keep them on you at all times, or if that is not possible, then in a locked desk drawer or locker.

Report suspicious people.

It might be a new employee, or it might be some guy off the street looking for something to steal. If you see a stranger roaming your company's halls ask them who they are and where they work in the company. If you are uncomfortable confronting a stranger, report him to a supervisor.

Report dangerous areas.

Broken locks and burned out light bulbs are hazards that are easily fixed. Not only are you protecting yourself by reporting them, you are protecting your employer from problems that might arise if someone were to be injured as a result of the danger.

Be aware of your surroundings.

This goes beyond watching for strangers. Keep an eye on the people in your area at all times. Even co-workers. The newspaper has reports all the time of an employee who snaps under th

uy off the street looking for something to steal. If you see a stranger roaming your company's halls ask them who they are and where they work in the company. If you are uncomfortable confronting a stranger, report him to a supervisor.

Report dangerous areas.

Broken locks and burned out light bulbs are hazards that are easily fixed. Not only are you protecting yourself by reporting them, you are protecting your employer from problems that might arise if someone were to be injured as a result of the danger.

Be aware of your surroundings.

This goes beyond watching for strangers. Keep an eye on the people in your area at all times. Even co-workers. The newspaper has reports all the time of an employee who snaps under th

yourself by reporting them, you are protecting your employer from problems that might arise if someone were to be injured as a result of the danger.

Be aware of your surroundings.

This goes beyond watching for strangers. Keep an eye on the people in your area at all times. Even co-workers. The newspaper has reports all the time of an employee who snaps under the daily stresses of daily home and work life and unfortunately takes it out on their co-workers and employers. If you notice something unusual about a fellow worker, mention it to your supervisor. Offhand remarks can sometimes lead to violent behavior. It's better to be safe than sorry.

While your employer has a responsibility to protect you, you also have a responsibility to protect them. Report co-workers who are stealing from the company. Don't reveal company information, or employee information, to unauthorized people. Treat your employer's equipment and property with respect.

Staying safe on the job doesn't take fancy tools or training. Staying safe on the job takes common sense and an awareness to your surroundings.