Security for Milton Keynes Businesses

Crimes due to poor security around Milton Keynes cost businesses millions each year. Customers and employees feel its effects just as much as the owners and proprietors do. There is however some straightforward, simple steps you and your staff can take to minimise the chances of a crime occurring. It should be remembered that over 60% of business crime in Milton Keynes occurs at night.

1. Familiarise your staff with security issues and the importance of securing the building.

2. Keep up to date records and backup discs for your business, store them safely away from the premises.

3. Use an ultraviolet pen to mark your equipment with your postcode.

4. Keep a constant look out; install CCTV so even when you are away it will act as a deterrent.

5. Ensure all doors are deadbolt locks and if you use padlocks remember to remove identification numbers so as to prevent copies of keys being made.

6. Make sure all windows are secure with toughened glass and grilles if possible.

7. Light the premises both inside and outdoors, protect outside lights with covers to prevent tampering.

8. A clear and tidy sales floor will let you see if anything is missing and avoiding blind spots gives opportunist thieves less chance.

9. Do not mark your keys with the company name and address and change all locks immediately as set is lost.

10. Alarm entrance doors to alert staff to the presence of customers.

11. Try not to establish a regular routine when visiting the bank and depositing money.

12. Shred sensitive or private note, letters and documents.

13. Challenge strangers wandering around the premises.

14. Never try and tackle a burglar, possessions can be replaced.

15. Install a security perimeter fence or prickly hedge, wide not high to make entering difficult. This will deter criminals from approaching your building.

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