| Unfortunately we live in a world where crime has become commonplace. It can happen to anyone. However there are certain measures that you can take to minimize your chances of being a target. |
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| During Working Hours |
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Be vigilant and look out for people loitering or customers acting suspiciously |
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Do not your valuables unattended |
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If you see anything or anyone suspicious, report it immediately to a security or law enforcement officer |
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Take extra care when opening and closing a business during non-working and holiday hours |
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Always perform a final internal and external check of your premises before leaving |
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Avoid depositing monies through bank ATM’s and vary the times you visit the bank |
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Turn off all small electrical appliances, including computers, prior to leaving the building |
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Ensure all confidential and valuable items are securely locked away in a vault or safe |
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Train employees on alarm system procedures and ensure emergency contact numbers are readily available |
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Leave adequate lighting on |
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Place any cash in the safe and leave the cash register drawer open |
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Ensure your alarm system is turned ON |
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Have a response team available, just in case |
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Speak to your insurance agent and ensure you have adequate cover |
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| While out shopping |
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Be vigilant and aware of your surroundings and the people around you. |
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Always park in a well-lighted area |
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Lock your vehicle |
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Store any valuables out of sight, either in the trunk or covered by a screen type device |
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Do not carry too many packages |
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Keep your wallet, purse or cash safely in an inner pocket |
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Don’t carry large amounts of cash |
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Teach your children to seek assistance from store or security personnel just in case you get separated |
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| If you go out for the evening |
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Make the house appear lived in by leaving on lights and the TV or radio |
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Ensure all windows and doors are securely fastened |
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Buy a home alarm system and ensure you set it each time you leave the house unoccupied |
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Fit sensor lighting at entrances and driveways |
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| When going away on holiday or business |
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Buy an automatic timer to turn your lights on and off |
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Invest in a home alarm system and ensure you set it each time you leave the house unoccupied |
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Give your neighbor a key and ask him/her to check the property regularly. By parking a vehicle in the drive or shoveling away snow they can give the appearance that the property is occupied. |
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Stop mail, newspaper and milk deliveries for the duration of your absence |
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Although it’s nice to tell people you’re going away, be vigilant when you do. You never know who might be listening! |
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Avoid displaying your home address in a prominent place on luggage tags especially on your outward journey |
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