Why Do Shops Use Deposit Safes?

Retailers handle a lot of cash every single day.

Whilst the vast majority of customers are trustworthy, we can’t ignore the unscrupulous minority who are waiting for an opportunity to grab what’s in the till and run.

Although it’s difficult to deposit cash notes and coins during busy spells, a deposit safe will make it a whole lot more convenient – allowing staff to protect their takings from theft without having to fiddle around with keys and opening safe doors.

What is a deposit safe?

A deposit safe is commonly referred to as a cash drop safe.

Exactly as its name implies, you deposit cash (and any receipts from refunded transactions) via a chute at the top or front. You don’t need to worry about opening the main door of the safe, which means your takings already inside the safe won’t be vulnerable to threat.

Though typically used to secure coins and banknotes, deposit safes are suitable for storing other items, such as cheques, documents, bank cards, or keys that customers have forgotten.

Drop safes provide excellent security as, to insert money and other valuables, fewer people need to access the master key and unlock the safe.

How is a deposit safe used?

Deposit safes are particularly popular with retail businesses, and it’s with good reason.

After a busy morning of serving customers, you’ll more than likely have a lot of cash notes and change in your till drawer. Keeping the till closed will prevent opportunists from grabbing what they can, but it’s worth moving some of it into a deposit safe.

With a drop safe, you simply drop the money through a small hatch at the top or front of the unit. The best safe deposit boxes will have an anti-fish plate fitted to prevent deposits from being pulled back up through the hatch. That means, once you’ve made a deposit, there’s no getting it back without the master key!

The deposit function makes these safes quick and easy to use, whilst ensuring security at the same. And bolted to the floor for insurance purposes, you can relax knowing that it’s hidden from view, ultimately preventing internal and external thefts.

How can shops benefit from using a deposit safe?

You’d be surprised just how effective a high-quality safe deposit box can be when it’s secured to the ground in a shop.

Most retailers have a large sum of cash that needs to be stored safely until it’s transferred to the bank. With thefts on the rise, it’s not worth taking the risk and leaving it in the till or a locked drawer overnight. Having a deposit safe will give shop owners the peace of mind that all money is stored securely, and can only be reached by those with the appropriate key.

Deposit safes come in an array of styles and sizes, meaning you should have no problem finding the ideal solution for your shop.

Where can I buy a deposit safe for my business?

If your business handles cash on a regular basis, a deposit safe is certainly worth the investment – and we are delighted to stock an extensive range of them here at eSafes.

Be sure to browse our cash deposit safes online and click on the different options to help you identify the perfect one for your needs. Once you’ve found it, add it to your basket and proceed to the checkout.

If you’re unsure which deposit safe is best for your business, or you have any further questions regarding security safes, don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Either give us a call on 0800 7832 328 or email info@esafes.co.uk, and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.