| Have you ever suspected that you might be under | | | | appears on electronic systems including TV, radio and |
| some form of covert surveillance or electronic | | | | wireless communications. |
| eavesdropping? If you have been in a situation | | | | 8. |
| where confidential information has been leaked, then | | | | You notice that electrical sockets, wall plates or |
| you probably already know the horrible feeling of | | | | fixtures and fittings have been moved or are not |
| powerlessness that can overwhelm you. | | | | straight with no record of scheduled work being |
| Take control by being aware of the signs of being | | | | undertaken. |
| bugged or under surveillance. By doing so you can | | | | 9. |
| help minimise future risks of potential leaks. | | | | You discover debris on surfaces or damaged or |
| The following signs should start ringing alarms bells | | | | disturbed ceiling tiles. This could indicate tampering to |
| that you might be under unauthorised surveillance. If | | | | or unauthorised entry into the false ceiling. |
| your suspicions are aroused you should seriously think | | | | 10. |
| about calling in counter surveillance experts to deal | | | | Unusual activity by external contractors or vehicles. |
| with the risk of losing further confidential business | | | | Suspicions usually arise when vans are parked near to |
| information. | | | | your building for extended periods of time. |
| Common signs of being bugged or under surveillance | | | | 11. |
| 1. | | | | Signs of tampering with ornaments, drawers or office |
| You notice that third parties are aware of your | | | | furniture and equipment with no reasonable |
| confidential business activities and information, even | | | | explanation. |
| when you have taken reasonable steps to ensure | | | | 12. |
| the privacy of this information. | | | | Your intruder alarm is activated with no evidence of |
| 2. | | | | a break in or persons having been present on site. |
| Confidential company information and trade secrets | | | | 13. |
| are known to others. | | | | Workmen turn up to perform maintenance work |
| 3. | | | | without having been formally requested. This can |
| Rivals are awarded competitive quotes or tenders. | | | | occur during office hours or out of office times when |
| 4. | | | | night security guards are protecting the building and |
| You find that third parties are quoting or referring to | | | | less questions are likely to be asked. |
| the contents of your private documentation. | | | | If you believe you have fallen victim to being bugged |
| 5. | | | | or placed under covert surveillance it is important that |
| There has been a change to the normal quality of | | | | you do not try and deal with the bugs yourself. |
| your telephone communications. Look out for static, | | | | Modern surveillance equipment and techniques are |
| interference or fluctuations on the line. | | | | highly sophisticated and professional spies are |
| 6. | | | | experienced in placing bugs where they can not be |
| Your office or home has been burgled with very little | | | | found. |
| loss or nothing at all was taken. This could indicate | | | | The best way to deal with a problem of unwanted |
| the main purpose of the break in was to plant | | | | surveillance is to call in counter surveillance experts. |
| bugging and eavesdropping equipment. | | | | These professionals hold a wealth of experience and |
| 7. | | | | equipment designed to deal with tackling the problem |
| Constant or intermittent interference suddenly | | | | and reducing future surveillance risks. |