Crime is on the increase and even the best neighbourhoods are affected.  It is important to consider your own personal safety and that of your family.  With the right equipment and a few simple procedures you can create a secure atmosphere and reduce the risk of becoming a target for crime.

Keep Garages locked and tools stored away as all too often tools found around the home are used to break in.Parking a car in the driveway gives the impression that someone is home. 

• Ensure the outside of your home is well light. Dark areas, are often the hiding place for would be thieves and attackers
• Check your door and window locks are sturdy and functional
• Keep gardens well maintained  and letterboxes cleared of junk mail so that your home looks occupied and does not attract the attention of thieves.
• Install a door viewer in front & rear door so that you can identify visitors without having to open the door.
• Mark valuables with an Ultra Violet Pen, using your drivers license number so that stolen items can be easily identified as yours by the Police. 
• Making noise while you are not at home, such as TV, stereo, will give a would be thief the impression that there is someone home.
• Consider carrying a Personal Attack Alarm when leaving home to increase your ability to call for help if attacked.

Hold Up / Medical Alert Security System

Those working in a high cash, vulnerable environment, have a medical condition, living alone or are living independently within a retirement village could benefit from this form of Hold up / Medical Alert security.  Worn as a pendent or wrist watch, the wearer can signal for assistance from anywhere within the home or business by pressing a button. The signal will be sent to the monitoring company who in turn, alert the ambulance or police of your distress.