§ 25-177. General security requirements.

Each convenience store shall:

(1)

Be equipped with the following security devices:

a.

A silent alarm that notifies the county sheriff's office or a private security agency that a robbery is taking place.

b.

A security camera system capable of retrieving an image to assist in the identification and apprehension of a robber.

c.

A drop safe or cash management device that provides minimum access to the facility's cash receipts.

(2)

Provide for lighted parking lots illuminated at an intensity of two footcandles per square foot with a uniformity ratio of no more than five (5) to one (1) at eighteen (18) inches above the surface.

(3)

Post a conspicuous sign in the convenience store entrance which states that the cash register contains fifty dollars ($50.00) or less.

(4)

Maintain window signage so that there is a clear and unobstructed view of the cash register and transaction area.

(5)

Prohibit window tinting on the windows of the establishment if such tinting reduces exterior or interior viewing during the hours of operation to which this article is applicable (i.e., 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.).

(6)

Install height markers at the entrance of the establishment which display height measures from the floor.

(7)

Establish a cash management policy to limit the amount of available cash on hand between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

(8)

No later than June 30, 1991, the owner or principal operator of a convenience store shall provide proper robbery deterrence and safety training to at least its employees who work between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Such training program shall comply with the requirements of F.S. § 812.174.

(Ord. No. 90-19, § 1(14B-2), 8-27-90)

State law reference

Similar provisions, F.S. § 812.173.