Purpose
This procedure contains the instructions for the tagging and naming of keys.

Procedure

Keys Received By Agency
•	A new set of keys received.
•	Photocopy keys.
•	Request signature of person returning/delivering the keys to the office.
•	Request that key use is labelled on the photocopied document.
•	Computer/Key Book, checked for the next available key tag number (or existing one, in the case of a Vacating Tenant returning their keys).
•	Advise the staff member awaiting the keys, of their arrival (by email).
 
Keys Attached To Tag 
•	Keys are attached securely onto allocated key tag.
•	No property address details are to be anywhere on the tag or the keys.
 
Record Key Number
•	The key number is recorded on the computer system in association with the nominated property.
•	Label keys with use, from details obtained in Step 1.
 
Tagged Keys Placed In Key Cabinet
•	Place tagged keys in the key cabinet on the hook that corresponds to the key tag number issued to that set of keys.