Subway shooting incident shows the need for restaurants to manager their security process

After three robbers shot a 17-year-old employee at a West Palm Beach, Fla., Subway Restaurant, her parents filed suit against the store.

"At Subway restaurants, employee and customer safety is of paramount importance," spokesman Craig Rasmussen said in a statement published in news reports. "We are aware of the recent lawsuit filed, but are unable to comment on pending litigation."

In today's troubled times, restaurant security is something that every store manager and owner should review as often as possible. One of the best things that restaurants can do is to get a security audit from their local police force.

Based on their recommendations, store managers should upgrade their security equipment. In many cases, adding new equipment can often lower the liability costs of their insurance policy.

Regardless of the costs, employee security is an issue that impacts the credibility of a restaurant or chain operation.