What to do if you suspect a colleague is stealing?
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- Analyse the evidence. Never jump to conclusions and accuse the employee of stealing without reviewing the evidence (either internally or externally).
- Seek legal advice.
- Final pay.
How do you confront someone who is stealing from you?
Avoid confronting them right away, especially if you’re feeling too angry or hurt to stay calm. Give yourself time to cool down and consider your approach….Tell them how disappointed and betrayed you feel.
- Stay as calm as you can.
- Say something like, “I am so disappointed that you took the money in my wallet.
What to do when you suspect an employee may be stealing?
The best way to respond to employee theft is to prevent it from occurring in the first place: Use caution when recruiting. Insist on references and validate them. Require criminal background checks of all new employees.
What happens if you see a co-worker stealing?
Theft at work brings issues for co-workers. When employees steal from their employers, they do more than break workplace rules. They also break laws, and they put all of the company’s workers in jeopardy. Workplace theft can put a company in dire financial straits. Employees face many difficult decisions when they spot a co-worker stealing.
How should I approach employee theft in the workplace?
Your response to any theft you discover will depend on the seriousness of the offence. For minor theft, such as an employee taking stationary, you should investigate your suspicions and then issue a verbal or written warning. If you discover more significant theft, you may have grounds to terminate the employment.
How can I catch someone stealing from my business?
When possible, consult video surveillance data. If your business has a CCTV security system, examine the footage for evidence of stealing (especially if the cameras are pointed at locations where theft is likely to occur, like cash registers.)
