K.O.P.C.A.R – Home Security Advice

The Crime Prevention Website reported on crimes occurring in residents’ homes whilst the home owner/s were actually in. These types of crimes are often more prevalent now that the nights are longer, and throughout the winter months. The CPW have come up with a really useful way to remember basic home security rules and Falcon Locks would like to offer the same Home Security Advice …

K.O.P.C.A.R

Keys – remove from doors and windows. Make sure the doors, windows, car, safe and outside buildings are locked at night, before removing the keys even when, for example, you’re in the lounge watching TV. Make sure they can’t be stolen via a cat-flap or letterbox and that everyone in the household knows where the keys are kept in case they are needed in an emergency.

Outside lights – make sure they’re on, but only illuminate the places around your home that can be seen by neighbours or people walking by.

Property – take to bed. Get into the habit of taking things like car keys, phones, cash, handbags and laptops into the bedroom at night.

Close curtains or blinds at dusk – to make sure thieves can’t see though your windows to see what you’ve got to steal or that you’re on your own. Close internal doors at night to help prevent the spread of fire and smoke.

Alarm – set it if you have one. Some alarms provide a nighttime setting, allowing some free movement around the home while the alarm is on. Periodically check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

Rest easy – now that you’re secured you can relax, but can you phone the police or fire brigade from your bedroom in the event of an emergency?

Basically, if you have home security devices, ensure that they are always in good working order and use them! If you require any further assistance regarding Home Security then please do not hesitate to call us.

Telephone 0161 858 0050 or mobile 07766 221111

With thanks for the use of the photograph CC BY-SA 3.0 John Bradley