It could do, and often more than business owners realise. When employees are asked to handle opening and closing, they are being given a responsibility outside their usual role. They may feel unprepared to deal with alarm systems, security procedures, or unexpected incidents. This added burden creates stress that can affect morale, job satisfaction, and retention.

Consider a staff member who must arrive very early, alone, to open a building. The worry of being targeted during access or handling an alarm activation can cause anxiety before their day has even begun. At the other end of the day, someone tasked with locking up may rush to finish, anxious to get home, and carry the stress of wondering whether they did everything correctly. Over time, this added responsibility can make employees feel undervalued and even resentful, especially if they are not compensated for taking on extra duties.

Professional lock and unlock support removes this source of pressure entirely. Trained officers handle the responsibility, supported by a 24-hour UK-based control room. Employees arrive to a building that is open, safe, and ready, and they leave knowing that security is in professional hands. The result is a potentially happier, more productive staff who can focus on doing their jobs.

Reducing unnecessary stress is not only good for individuals, but it also benefits the whole organisation by lowering turnover and creating a positive workplace culture.

Protect your staff’s wellbeing and improve retention. Contact Copeland Group Services today to see how professional lock and unlock support can remove stress and safeguard your business.