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ideally a shed should have no windows . Consider a batteryoperated shed alarm . They look low key but they respond to movement or door contact with an extremely loud siren . Please keep it out of the reach of young children .
Garage doors can be vulnerable and you can make them more secure by installing additional security , such as padlocks , to provide multiple
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locking points or using floormounted locking T-bars .
If you have a door connecting the garage to the house make sure this has the same level of security as your front door , with locks that meet BS 3621 , or fitting a door that has achieved Police Preferred Specification . Whilst it ’ s great to get the right lock , if the door is worn out or badly maintained then you should be replacing the entire doorset .
Do not forget that ladders and tools left outside can be used to assist burglars to break into your home . Ensure they are well secured , or alternatively stored in a garage or shed .
Garden rooms / offices have become increasingly popular due to changes to working practices and commuting patterns . Whilst working from home in a dedicated garden office has many advantages , these offices have become a target for burglars . Whilst most are well constructed , with multi-layers of timber and insulation , the doors and windows are always going to be the main target to gain entry . Opportunist theft is the biggest threat to your garden office , so it ’ s really important the doors and windows are tested and importantly certificated to withstand an attack . All offices have valuable equipment – anything small and portable and that can be easily concealed are favourites with burglars . Laptops and mobile phone are easily removed and shouldn ’ t be left in the garden office overnight and they may also hold personnel and commercially sensitive information .
Physical security - house
We advise that doorsets – door , frame , locks , fittings and glazing – which allow direct access to your home
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achieve our high security standard , Police Preferred Specification .
Easily accessible windows , including easily accessible roof lights and roof windows , should also meet Police Preferred Specification standards . Both door and window frames must be securely fixed to the building fabric in accordance with the manufacturer ’ s instructions and specifications .
Even the most secure doors are vulnerable if we don ’ t lock them - even when we are at home , lock your doors & windows . Always keep your keys to hand should we need to exit quickly for whatever reason .
Security systems If you have decided your property would benefit from an alarm system , you should ensure that you use a reputable alarm company . To obtain information on reputable companies who supply and install security systems in your area , I recommend you contact the following Independent Inspectorate Bodies who will be able to supply you with these details - the National Security Inspectorate ( NSI ) or the SSAIB ( Security Systems & Alarm Inspection Board ). Both Inspectorates have search functions on their websites to help you find an appropriate installer and having an alarm system certified by one of the accredited independent Inspectorate Bodies will ensure you have a reliable and well maintained system that meets relevant British and European standards and which could result in lower insurance premiums .
When having an alarm fitted , check that the installer is a Secured by Design accredited installer – Secured by Design alarm installers will
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ensure a high quality alarm system and give you enhanced levels of reassurance that the alarm installation company meets the exacting standards of the Police Service .
Keep your car keys safe
Vehicles fitted with a smart or passive key ( a contactless key ) are susceptible to a type of theft called “ Relay Theft ”.
There are a wide range of electronic devices , key cloning devices and other tools that can be easily obtained by opportunist thieves and criminal gangs to target your vehicle .
The criminals normally work in pairs , targeting vulnerable and desirable makes of vehicles by using cloning devices that have the ability to grab the signal from the smart key so that it appears to the car or van that the key is present . The whole process can take as little as 60 seconds and for safety reasons , the engine won ’ t cut out when the key is out of range .
Your vehicle is most vulnerable overnight , particularly if parked on your driveway or directly outside your home where most of these thefts occur .
Don ’ t leave your keys in the hallway near the front door as fishing for vehicle keys through the letterbox is a prominent method of stealing them . Grabbing the signal will also be easier for the thieves if the keys are near the front door .
When not in use store your keys in a security pouch . Security pouches are sometimes termed Faraday bags or RFID signal Fob Blocker / shields , these pouches will prevent the signal from your vehicle from being captured using electronic devices .
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