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JANUARY 2021 | 35
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SECURING YOUR BUSINESS
With the pandemic looking set to run deep into 2021 , the system of lockdowns and tiers is likely to continue for the short term . This has pushed security further up the agenda for most business owners , sitting just below the welfare of employees , customers and the business itself .
Visible security measures are the most effective , as they discourage burglars from attempting to steal anything and warn them that there are likely to be further unseen security measures in place . However , thieves know the difference between good quality security measures and those that are mainly for show . Padlocks should have hardened shackles , and should be attached to properly installed ground / wall anchors or hasps and staples . Security cables are stronger if they have a thick braided steel core , whilst hardened steel chains are tougher and more resistant to cutting .
Burg-Wächter has grown over the past 100 years to become one of the world ’ s leading providers of innovative and trusted security solutions . Burg-Wächter UK has been working hard over the last 12 months to gain widely recognised and independent approvals for its products . As a result , it now offers more than 250 Secured By Design Police approved and nearly 40 Sold Secure rated products , along with over 125 BSi certified Euro Cylinders . Burg-Wächter ’ s participation in these prestigious security initiatives underlines its commitment to producing high quality , effective and affordable security solutions , whether they ’ re for buildings , vehicles or equipment . |
Bringing security to the yard
Starting with the perimeter , make sure that entering the property is going to be an obvious hurdle by locking gates – this helps keep unwanted visitors out and valuable goods in .
Providing a good view of the property , CCTV systems are one of the most common measures being installed , both acting as a visual deterrent and gathering vital evidence . The latest video surveillance systems such as BURGcam offer clear high resolution images , along with memory card backup for added peace of mind . BURGcam can also be programmed to trigger alerts and provide remote access via a mobile phone .
Standalone alarm systems such as BURGprotect paired with additional lighting are a great way to bring unwanted attention to burglars , whilst a post box near the yard entrance limits the number of people who need to enter the grounds .
Outbuildings are best kept shut with a good quality cylinder , lock and / or padlock hasp and staple .
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Where possible , larger or heavier items that are left outside should be secured with a ground anchor , padlock & chain . Similarly security cables can be used to link smaller and lighter items together - the extra time it takes to unbundle them may be enough to put the thief off . The inconvenience of keeping multiple keys to hand often stops owners from locking every gate , outbuilding and piece of equipment on a property . The simple solution is to use either a combination or keyed alike padlock , locking cable and / or combination locking bolt as appropriate .
Inside the office , a safe acts as a last line of defence for cash , valuables ( including phones and laptops ) as well as important documents . Make sure the safe is both independently certified and properly installed so its cash , valuables and fire ratings are recognised by insurance companies in event of claim .
Security AdVANtage
As a result of lockdown commercial vehicles are increasingly being kept off the road , making securing them a priority . Even for those fortunate enough to be out on the road either delivering or working , vans are often left unattended for long periods of time . Together , this makes vans a tempting targets for thieves , who see them as ready sources of anything from tools , equipment and company products to phones , personal belongings and the van itself . Whilst electronic alarms and central locking systems can be
overcome by modern technology , traditional physical security measures are in high demand , as they can a thief down and act as a more effective visible deterrent .
Thanks to its hidden shackle and hardened steel body , the Sterling SSP173 round shackleless padlock offers minimum scope for being forced open . It ’ s designed to work best with Sterling ’ s AHS210E heavy duty security hasp , which is now EPD coated for enhanced corrosion resistance . Combining the two into one handy package , Sterling ’ s Van Lock Kit is ideal for securing the loading bay , and can be fitted to both side sliding and rear swinging doors .
Ladders and any other equipment kept on the roof can be secured to the roof bars with either locking cables or a padlock and chain . Inside either the cabin or the loading bay , a steel cash box or small safe bolted to the floor offers more security than a lockable plastic glovebox , making it an ideal place to store personal valuables and cash payments .
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