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If your business premises are currently closed due to Covid-19, you might have concerns over how to keep your building safe from intruders. An empty building is a target for thieves, and if no one is going into the property regularly, a break-in could go unnoticed for a long time.
Here are nine tips on how to keep your business premises safe during lockdown.
Visit your premises at least weekly to check for any signs of an attempted break-in or damage to your building. While you’re there clear any litter and carry out light maintenance, so the property doesn’t look neglected. Trees and bushes are growing ferociously at the moment, so make sure that new growth isn’t obscuring your CCTV system.
Test your burglar and fire alarm system to make sure it’s working correctly and keep up the routine maintenance.
If you have CCTV, make sure it’s in good working order and as with your burglar alarm, regularly maintained.
Locking doors is a given but don’t forget the windows. Lock all windows and remove the key from the window.
Keep blinds and curtains closed so outsiders and opportunist thieves can’t see in.
External lighting acts as a good deterrent so if you have external lights, use them. Check the lights are working correctly on your regular visit.
Lock away your wheelie bins. Burglars may use them to assist with a break-in.
If possible, remove high-value items from your building and secure them safely off-site. If removal isn’t practical, store your valuables in a secure room. Whatever you do, keep them out of sight.
To prevent electrical fires, switch off and unplug non-critical electrical devices.
If you have any concerns about your alarm and CCTV systems during this time, please call us. We’re able to attend emergency callouts and carry out essential works for our contracted customers. You can contact us on our usual number: 01392 368830.
To book a free intruder alarm consultation and quote, please call us on 01392 368830 or complete our contact form.
