SECURITY INFORMATION

Burglary. According to statistics on crime, there’s one every minute. Over 416,000 acts of crime were committed in New Zealand last year, according to Police Statistics. Don’t become a statistic yourself. Take precautions, to protect yourself, your property and your possessions.

Studies have shown that “Over a third of Break-ins become nothing more than attempted” when burglars are faced with visible mechanical security devices, in other words they give up or move on. Deadlocks on doors and windows provide positive protection against burglary and break-ins.

A positive pro-active attitude towards security is essential. By Taking Control and selecting the best security for your home and business you will make these areas safer and minimise the risk of intruders.

House Security Check -List

• Install reliable locks preferably Deadlocks to doors and windows
• Windows are the main point of entry for intruders, ensure at the very least, that ground-floor windows are fitted with security devices
• Install Window Security Stays to provide ventilation when at home
• Lock your garage
• Ensure a good deadlock is fitted to your back door, this is often more vulnerable than your front door
• Install a Double-Cylinder Deadbolt to the front door and all other external doors including the connecting door between the house and garage
• Secure any gates with a quality padlock
• Install a door viewer
• Aluminium/Glass Doors are particularly vulnerable – Install a Deadlock or Deadlocking Patio Bolts to Sliding or Patio Type Doors.

Business Security Check -List

• Aluminium Entry and Shop Front Doors are particularly vulnerable
• Install ADI Bolts and Door Cylinder Guards to protect existing locks
• Hinge Pins ensure doors cannot be lifted off their hinges
• Fit Padlocks with Hasp/Staples or chain to any exterior Portable Fixtures
• Install Double Throw Bolts to Aluminium Locks
• Restricted Security Keys ensure keys cannot be duplicated by unauthorised staff
• Electronic Locks provide access control for areas
• Master Keying Blocks of Doors for ease of administration
• Bolts to Sliding or Patio Type Doors
• Digital Keypad locks restrict access to areas and as they are keyless, the risk of key loss is avoided
• Window Locks ensure security is not compromised after hours.

Vehicle Security Check -List

• Always lock and alarm your vehicle…. Even in your own drive-way
• Never leave items visible in your car, particularly your personal items
• Lock valuables in the boot
• Use a steering column lock as visible deterrent
• Open ash-trays, so that would-be intruders can see no cash has been left in the vehicle.