What can be considered a best practice for cashiers when observing suspicious behavior?

Reporting suspicious behavior to a supervisor discreetly is a best practice for cashiers. This approach ensures that potential issues are handled appropriately and safely. Cashiers are trained to maintain a professional environment and ensure safety, and involving a supervisor allows for a more experienced person to assess the situation. Supervisors usually have more authority and access to resources to manage potentially dangerous situations.

Confronting an individual immediately can escalate the situation, putting the cashier and other customers at risk. Continuing to serve other customers might allow the suspicious behavior to go unaddressed, which could lead to theft or harm. Ignoring suspicious activity fails to prioritize the safety and security of the workplace and undermines the importance of vigilance in a cashier's role. Therefore, discreetly reporting the behavior is the most effective and safe action.