Security Tips
Safe Tips
- Dial the combination smoothly and gently.
- DON’T use your birthday, anniversary, telephone number, etc., use a random combination.
- Keep a desiccant pack inside the safe to combat moisture, which can harm the safe’s contents.
- Use the correct safe for what you are storing.
- Burglary resistant for cash, weapons, jewelry.
- Fire resistant for documents, stocks, insurance papers, etc.
- Data rated safes for computer disks, data and video tapes, CD’s, etc.
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Lock & Key Tips
- The first thing to remember about locks and keys is to keep keys out of circulation. The potential for theft by use of unauthorized keys is staggering. Just think of all the people who have keys, from housekeepers to childcare providers to valet parking attendants. Then, think of all the places where duplicate keys can be made, from hardware stores to shoe repair shops.
- Do not have identifying tags on your key ring that provide thieves with personal information such as your name and address.
- Buy locks with keys that cannot be easily duplicated such as Medeco or Assa High Security Locks.
- Look for specialized keys that require your authorization to make copies and can only be duplicated by a professional locksmith.
- Be wary of giving out keys to your home. Only give keys to a few trusted people.
- Do not leave spare keys in obvious places like under flowers pots or welcome mats.
- Change all locks when moving into a new house or apartment.
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Business Security Tips
With your business as well as your home, you need to be aware of when you are most at risk of being burglarized and act accordingly. The time when you are most at risk are when you:
- have just fired an employee.
- have a very consistent schedule.
- take long vacations.
- have multiple keys in circulation (Maintenance people, employees, etc)
- Position your safe in clear view and secure it to the floor.
- Give the combination or key only to specially authorized personnel.
- Change the combination often.
- Protect your business with proper lighting.
- Keep some interior lights on even when the business is closed.
- Vary your route and schedule for trips to the bank.