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Site Preparation Station Security
Page 10 MDE-4333E Atlas Fuel Systems Site Preparation Manual · November 2011
Station Security
This section includes information that is primarily applicable to Commercial sites and some
Retail sites. It may be impossible with any manufacturer’s unit even if it is designed for
security, to stop a knowledgeable, unobserved experienced thief. It is possible to greatly
reduce the probability that a theft will be successfully attempted, if security measures are
designed into the station layout and security minded actions are planned into site operation.
Steps to Enhance Security
The following recommendations are intended to decrease the probability of theft by
observance and/or incorporating obstacles that deter criminal activity:
• Design stations where employees have full unobstructed view of all fueling locations. Do
not block employee views with merchandise displays or other obstructions. If full view is
not possible, utilize video surveillance equipment. Monitoring of equipment must be made
obvious and signs stating its use must be posted.
• Use pump/dispenser security kits, when available.
• For Fuel management or console models with “time out” programming capabilities, plan
to use modular programming “time out” functions that shut down the unit if no pulser
activity occurs for a preselected time.
• Plan to provide periodic/frequent inspection of equipment security provisions to verify
their integrity.
• For electronic retail units, enter a new programming access code, as default codes are
commonly known. These codes must only be known by trusted station employees and the
involved ASCs.
• At installation and all times thereafter, ensure that lower door locks are adjusted correctly
and will not allow the panels to be removed easily without a key or tool. If you suspect
that keys are available to thieves in your area, consider using special locks or keys
available from locksmiths.
• Use surveillance cameras especially for high risk locations and locations potentially
blocked from view.
• Observe POS warnings or messages for units offline, when available.