Week 04 · Forge Curriculum
SECURITY & RISK MANAGEMENT™
The Security Checklist
Protect your company, employees, customers, equipment, finances, and reputation by implementing proactive security and risk management systems. Learn how to reduce liability, prevent losses, and create a safer, more resilient contracting business.
Topics Covered
What this week covers
Physical Security
- Office Security Standards
- Shop Security Procedures
- Warehouse Security
- Jobsite Security
- Access Control Systems
- Security Camera Systems
Vehicle Security
- Fleet Security Procedures
- Vehicle Tracking Systems
- Equipment Storage Standards
- Theft Prevention Measures
- Vehicle Inspection Procedures
- Key Management Systems
Equipment Protection
- Equipment Inventory Tracking
- Asset Tagging Systems
- Tool Accountability Programs
- Equipment Storage Procedures
- Rental Equipment Management
- Loss Prevention Strategies
Cybersecurity
- Password Management Systems
- Multi-Factor Authentication
- Email Security Practices
- Malware Protection
- Secure File Storage
- Remote Access Security
Data Protection
- Customer Data Security
- Employee Information Protection
- Financial Record Security
- Cloud Storage Best Practices
- Data Backup Procedures
- Disaster Recovery Planning
Fraud Prevention
- Internal Financial Controls
- Approval Processes
- Expense Monitoring
- Vendor Verification Procedures
- Payment Fraud Prevention
- Document Verification Systems
Insurance & Risk Transfer
- General Liability Coverage
- Workers Compensation Coverage
- Commercial Auto Insurance
- Equipment Coverage
- Cyber Liability Insurance
- Umbrella Policy Considerations
Workplace Safety
- Safety Program Development
- OSHA Awareness
- Incident Reporting Procedures
- Safety Meeting Standards
- Personal Protective Equipment Requirements
- Jobsite Hazard Identification
Employee Security
- Employee Screening Procedures
- Background Check Policies
- Drug Testing Considerations
- Confidentiality Agreements
- Access Permissions Management
- Employee Exit Procedures
Customer Protection
- Customer Property Protection
- Project Documentation Standards
- Change Order Procedures
- Dispute Prevention Systems
- Contract Compliance
- Reputation Protection
Emergency Preparedness
- Emergency Action Plans
- Weather Response Procedures
- Business Continuity Planning
- Emergency Contact Systems
- Crisis Communication Plans
- Disaster Recovery Procedures
Legal Risk Management
- Contract Review Standards
- Documentation Requirements
- Record Retention Policies
- Liability Reduction Strategies
- Claims Management
- Legal Compliance Monitoring
Security Audits
- Facility Security Assessments
- Cybersecurity Reviews
- Insurance Reviews
- Process Audits
- Vendor Risk Evaluations
- Annual Risk Assessments
Homework Assignment
This Week's Homework
Complete the Security & Risk Management Checklist.
Deliverables
What You Walk Away With
- Security & Risk Management Workbook
- Contractor Security Checklist
- Equipment Inventory Template
- Cybersecurity Assessment Worksheet
- Incident Report Template
- Emergency Response Plan Template
- Risk Assessment Worksheet
- Vehicle Security Checklist
- Employee Security Policy Template
- Business Continuity Planning Guide
Outcome
By The End Of This Module
A contractor business equipped with the systems, procedures, and safeguards necessary to reduce risk, prevent losses, protect assets, maintain compliance, and operate with confidence in the face of operational, financial, and legal challenges.
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