• At night always lock perimeter doors and
• Do not leave hidden keys.
• Never leave any important documents in your
securely fasten windows. When retiring to bed,
• Leave your house key with a trusted neighbor
car that contains your personal details.
lock inter-leading doors of those rooms that are
or the key holder so that access can be gained
• The only solution for vehicle-related crime is to
not occupied.
in an emergency.
have a tracking system installed in your vehicle.
• Do not leave curtains open at night as this
• Do not leave only the outside lights on as this
allows observation into the house.
is usually an indication to would-be intruders
The
• Do not go outside alone to investigate at night.
that the house is not occupied.
contacted in case of an emergency and will be
Rather switch off all lights and open curtains
• Leave lights on and the radio playing as this
available 24/7:
to allow you to see what is occurring outside
gives the impression that the house is occupied.
once your eyes have become accustomed
This can also be coupled / connected to a time
Medical Emergencies: ER24 / 084 124.
to the dark. Call security if you note anything
delay switch.
Electrician / Handyman:
suspicious.
• If a repair-person is expected, do not allow
entry unless identity has been checked through
a vision panel or door viewer and you have
Other Basic Home Security
Preventative Measures
following
service
providers
can
be
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confirmed with the company concerned.
• If your visitors have to park in the street, escort
Complete telephone directory with emergency
• Do not allow strangers into your home to make
them to their car when leaving and check that
numbers is available on page 96
telephone calls. Rather offer to make the
the road is clear for them. If you have dogs, take
telephone calls for them while they wait outside.
them with you, especially after dark.
We wish all our residents well over this festive
• If you note suspicious vehicles, individuals or
• Replace fused light bulbs immediately.
season and if you are travelling, please do so
groups in your neighborhood, contact security
• Ensure that the number of your house is
safely.
or the police immediately.
clearly visible at all times.
When away from home
• If you spot any suspicious activity in your
We look forward to seeing everyone again in
immediate vicinity, do not leave your property or
2015.
hesitate to drive away from it.
• Do not leave notes on the door, underneath
• When driving, avoid wearing flashy jewelry
the carpet or in the post box to indicate that you
that can be easily seen from a distance by a
are away.
casual passer-by.
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Brett Ashington