Robbery Prevention
Below is a collection of links with very useful information on how to design your workplace environment and train staff to prevent robberies. Also, there are tips and documentation sheet describing what to do if you experienced a robbery or burglary. To report a robbery or burglary, contact your local police department and the Saskatchewan College of Pharmacy Professionals at:
E-mail: info@saskpharm.ca
Phone: 306-584-2292
Fax: 306-584-9695
Website: www.saskpharm.ca
SCPP Resource: Responsibilities to Prevent Drug Abuse and Diversion October 2013 SCPP edition of Scope
In the unfortunate event of a robbery, PAS members have access to free personal counseling sessions. For more information about our “Member’s Assistance Program” go to Member’s Assistance Program in the Membership section of our website.
Links to Useful Information on Robbery and Burglary Prevention
The Regina Police Service offers community outreach and safety strategies for local businesses. Pharmacies can reach out to the RPS and they will review strategies that pharmacies can use to deter criminal activity. To reach out to the RPS, please visit their website.
The Saskatoon Police Service offers community outreach and safety strategies through their Community Liaison Officers. Pharmacies can reach out to Sgt Ward and the rest of the Community Liaison team at the SPS and ask them to do an assessment of the pharmacy. The assessment, known as Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design will review the different strategies pharmacies can use to deter criminal activity. To reach out to the Community Liaison Officers, please visit the website for their direct contact information.
Burglary Prevention Tips
By the Alberta College of Pharmacists.
Reaction To Armed Robbery
By The Manitoba Pharmaceutical Association
Robbery Prevention
By the Edmonton Police Service.