Surely, Covid-19 will have a significant economic global impact on businesses and investing in Commercial security is a surefire way to safeguard your employees and your workplace from damage and theft. With businesses and individuals struggling, it’s important to protect yourself from vandalism and other kinds of criminal activity as an opportunity for crime increases. With so many business locations left empty and with minimal security, thieves and burglars will naturally use this time to their advantage.
Let’s take a look at some of the ways you can protect your business with commercial security during the pandemic.
Lock Up
First and foremost, locking up all of your doors is a must. While locking entry points won’t necessarily deter criminals from breaking and entering, there are other ways for you to minimize those chances. You can install deadbolt locks, wrap-around door jamb reinforcement plates, foot locks for sliding doors and add a padlock (or multiple) to entry points that need it.
Close Up
As previously stated, with so many businesses left empty, most owners won’t think twice and leave blinds and curtains open. This makes it easy for criminals to peak in, make a plan for breaking and entering and steal whatever is left for them to steal. If you don’t have curtains or blinds to draw closed, cover glass windows and doors with paper, newspaper or any material you can find to attach. This will create a simple, effective and extra layer of much-needed protection.
Light Up
Lighting is often overlooked, but important. Bright lights deter criminal activity as no criminal will want to be lit up as they break into a structure. It makes it much easier for security to witness them, for passers-by to see them and call the police, and for security systems and cameras to capture their identities.
You can:
- Leave the lights on inside your business during all hours of the day and night. It pays to fork out the extra cash and make sure that your security measures are at their optimum.
- Install lighting that is activated by motion-sensors so should there be movement either inside or outside your property, your business will be lit up.
Invest in Surveillance, Security Systems & Alarms
Investing in high-quality surveillance will make sure that any attempts are caught on camera, so identities can be found. This also acts as a preventative measure as any criminal that notices you have cameras and alarm systems installed, won’t attempt a break-in or vandalism.
There are varying levels of alarm systems that all offer different levels of security. While level 1 and 2 alarm systems monitor accessible and inaccessible openings, level 3 and 4 systems monitor everything from inaccessible openings to shared walls, floors and ceilings for maximum protection.
Have Human Commercial Security
Sometimes, no automated security system can outperform the human eye. Having human security guards at your establishment 24/7 will completely safeguard your property and should there be an incident, you can rest assured in knowing their industry experience and knowledge will be to your benefit. They can take control of the situation until the police arrive.
Do you need an extra layer of protection? Our commercial security services are aimed at helping you safeguard your business. Just get in touch with us to learn more about how they can benefit you.