SAFETY TIPS

BURGLARY PROTECTION

Break and enter is the most common of major crimes committed. Most break-ins are simply crimes of opportunity. Intruders will seek out the easiest opportunity (target) to enter a building with the least chance of detection. Time, noise and light are often a burglar's worst enemy. Here are some tips that can act as deterrents against possible danger, injury to people or damage to property.

SAFETY HABITS

• Never leave a spare key hidden outside (burglars know all the best places). Use an AccessSecure lockbox.
• Keep the radio on and use automated light timers to make it appear that someone is around when your premise is unoccupied.
• Make sure that your telephone answering machine does not imply that you're not at home.
• Most home burglaries occur during the day, so get in the habit of always locking all doors and windows whenever you go out.
• Prepare an inventory of valuables in your household and store it somewhere other than your home, such as in a safe deposit box.
• Make sure the street number on your home is large, well lit and unobstructed so emergency personnel can find you quickly.
• Keep your garage door locked at all times, preferably with a deadbolt lock.
• Report suspicious persons or vehicles to your local police.

SECURE YOUR PROPERTY

• Light up your home with well-placed, effective lighting. Make it easy to spot unwelcome visitors with well-trimmed hedges, foliage, and trees to minimize dark corners and handy hiding spots.
• Install deadbolt locks on all exterior entrances and shatterproof glass on windows.
• Secure all windows and doors which are accessible from the outside. Install an adequate number of bars, locks and sensors.
• Install peepholes so that you can look out at visitors before opening your door. Ask to see identification from service and delivery people before letting them in.
• Security system decals and signs are an effective deterrent so make certain they are visible.
• Make sure your security system includes a loud inside siren, intrusion detectors at all exterior doors and windows, and motion sensors.
• Install an AccessSecure Monitored Security System today!

CARBON MONOXIDE PROTECTION

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a dangerous invisible and odourless gas that causes symptoms of fatigue, nausea, headache and dizziness—symptoms that can be easily be confused with the flu.

• Be sure any fuel-burning appliances are vented directly to the outside and keep fresh air circulating in your home/building.
• Have your heating system checked for CO emissions before the heating season begins.
• Check any combustion appliances (kitchen range, fireplaces, water heater, furnace, etc.) for CO emissions periodically.
• Never run your vehicle engine for more than a few moments in a garage or other enclosed area, even if the door is open.
• Install an AccessSecure monitored carbon monoxide detector to ensure you and your family can be alerted in the event of increased levels of CO in your home.