SECURITY & RISK PREVENTION

SECURITY & RISK PREVENTION

FALSE ALARM? DON'T BE SO SURE
Burglars often trip alarms to test security responses. Use this expert advice from Jewelers Mutual to ensure you stay alert and respond correctly.

SECURITY TIPS FOR OPENING & CLOSING STORES (Video)
As retail jewelers, you are at the greatest risk of crime when they open and close their store. Watch this video to learn the correct procedures for keeping your store secure and people safe.

BEST PRACTICES FOR PURCHASING SCRAP METALS (Video)
Selling and purchasing scrap metals can be a great revenue generator for your business. Watch this video for tips on how to properly insure, document and protect your products.

WHAT RISING GOLD PRICES MEAN FOR JEWELRY BUSINESSES
When gold prices are on the rise, it can have a significant impact on jewelry businesses. Get tips to protect your business and help your customers.

DON'T BE A VICTIM OF GRAB-AND-RUN THEFT
Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company has recommendations to reduce your risk of experiencing grab-and-run theft in your store.

WHAT TO KNOW WHEN PURCHASING SCRAP GOLD
Learn everything you need to know to protect your business when buying scrap gold from customers.

BURGLARIES ON THE RISE: PROTECT YOUR BUSINESS
According to claims at Jewelers Mutual, safe burglaries are on the rise for jewelers. Learn the steps you should take to decrease the chances of burglars attacking your jewelry business.

CHECK ALARM SYSTEM: IS IT WORKING PROPERLY?
Jewelers with burglar alarm systems using either one-way or two-way radio transmission in the United States may be affected by a change in Honeywell’s AlarmNet-M radio network.

INSURANCE 101: GET YOUR CLAIM PAID QUICKLY
The final article in Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company's "Insurance 101" series provides five expert tips to help you get your jewelry insurance claims paid quickly.

INSURANCE 101: HOW TO LOWER INSURANCE PREMIUMS
Lower your insurance bill by using these "Top 10" premium-lowering ideas from Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company.

INSURANCE 101: WHAT TO INSURE IN YOUR STORE
In this article, Jewelers Mutual Insurace Company explains “what” you should consider insuring in your business.

INSURANCE 101: PREMIUMS
Learn about the key factors that will determine your insurance premiums.

BUYING SCRAP METALS: A CHECKLIST
There are various local, state and federal regulations regarding buying scrap metal. Use the checklists in this article to ensure you are doing it right.

PACKAGE SECURELY FOR SAFE RECEIPT
Ensure that you are using the correct steps to securely ship your jewelry product by reviewing the checklist in this article.

PREPARE FOR CRISIS WITH A BUSINESS CONTINUITY PLAN
Are you ready in the event of a natural disaster? Use the information in this article to create a business continuity plan in advance of a natural disaster or crisis.

PROTECT STORE FROM JEWELRY-RELATED CRIME
Learn three simple steps that you and your employees should use to keep your store secure while working with customers.

PREVENT BURGLARIES
The information in this article will help you prevent the two main types of retail jewelry burglaries from occurring in your store.