{"id":382,"date":"2019-07-14T18:27:33","date_gmt":"2019-07-14T18:27:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alltimesecurity.co.uk\/blog\/?p=382"},"modified":"2024-09-04T11:22:05","modified_gmt":"2024-09-04T11:22:05","slug":"key-factors-to-think-about-when-securing-your-premises","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alltimesecurity.co.uk\/blog\/alarm-response-key-holding\/key-factors-to-think-about-when-securing-your-premises\/","title":{"rendered":"Key factors to think about when securing your premises"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Some key things to think about when securing your premises<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Some key factors to think about when securing your premises<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you own a business, then you know how much work goes into\nbuilding a strong business and clients. Your services, products and customer service\nmust be outstanding and prices competitive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The problem is often in losses \u2013 as an owner and organiser\nof your business you are so engrossed in keeping the business making a profit\nto sustain itself, that you often overlook where you may be losing money or may\nbe at potential risk of losing money. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are many reasons why you should consider using tried\nand tested methods of incorporating a good level of security to protect your\nbusiness, products, assets, guests and staff. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some key things to think about when you\u2019re securing\nyour premises<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is your location a problem\narea?  <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does the area or surrounding area of your premises have a high\ncrime rate, especially with regards to burglary, vandalism and arson? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the area in which you operate does have a high crime rate\nthen you might want to consider adding some security measures to help reduce\nthe risk to your business. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are your options?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

After identifying the types of risks, you are facing you\nmust consider the most effective methods to help. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many companies resort to having Security Guards. And with\ngood reason! Professional SIA trained security guards are highly trained to\nprevent burglaries, thefts, vandalism and arson. Security guards are vigilant\nand are good at identifying potential problems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Security guards are also trained to man reception desks and operate\naccess control systems. This gives you the confidence that only authorised\npersonnel will be permitted entrance to your premises. This also reassures your\nguests and staff that you take their security seriously. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Security guards are trained to patrol your premise and help\nidentify risks, vulnerabilities and other serious issues like leeks and fires\nwhich could end up saving you hundreds of thousands in losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CCTV <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some companies choose to have professional CCTV Close\nCircuit Television installed in their premises. This is a fantastic visual deterrent\nas would be thieves, vandals and arsonists, will think twice about attacking a\nbuilding that has CCTV installed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Having CCTV installed means that perpetrators are more likely\nto be identified and apprehended. CCTV footage is also a solid form of evidence\nfor the prosecution in court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most professional businesses choose to incorporate a combination\nof Security Guards and CCTV giving you a varied and robust form of security.          <\/p>\n\r\n\t\t