In these nations, security is not usually a separate department. Instead, it is usually part of an administrative or services department, in combination with safety and fire prevention or even in the personnel or finance department. Regardless of the organizational location, a strong reporting line is important for any security manager in a developing country. The security staff may be small or nonexistent, and low salaries and standards may make recruiting employees difficult. Conducting background checks can also be difficult. Security managers must also recognize the importance of clan or tribal loyalty in most developing countries. A good working relationship between the security department and local police forces is also important. Other issues that security managers must address are the use of firearms and other security equipment, training for future managers as well as guards, and the need to understand the local legal system.