'Tis the Season to Secure: Top Tips to Fortify Your Business Premises this Christmas

As the holiday season approaches, it's time to ensure your business fortress is ready to withstand any Grinchy attempts to spoil the festive cheer.

Let's unwrap some top tips to enhance the security of your business premises just in time for Christmas.

Brighten Up Your Landscape

Without going all Home Alone on you, well-lit exteriors are like the holiday lights for your business. As homeowners, we often leave a light on a timer when away on holiday, but when it comes to our businesses, we forget to do the same.  A well-lit area enhances visibility and conveys that your business is protected.

• Install adequate lighting around your premises to deter potential intruders.

CCTV – Naughty Or Nice?

Santa sees everything, and your CCTV system should see trouble before it even thinks about knocking on your business's door. Ensure your CCTV cameras cover key entry points and vulnerable areas.

• Check your CCTV is in good working condition and will provide clear footage.

Frosty The Alarm System

An alarm system is your business's version of Frosty the Snowman – always on the lookout. Make sure your alarm system is up-to-date and functioning correctly. Consider sensors on windows and doors, and if you already have an alarm system, schedule a checkup to confirm everything is in working order.

• Check your alarm system before you break up for Christmas.

No Chimney Entrances, Thanks

Criminals are more creative with entering premises than Santa – they’ll use weak entry points. Reinforce doors and windows with sturdy locks, and if your business has any weak points, consider investing in security bars or shutters. Protect your business to deter intruders.

• Check for weak entry points around your company’s building.

Santa's Little Helpers

A monitoring and callout service can give you peace of mind that the building has a watchful eye on your business premises, especially during holidays. With cameras that pan with motion, a moving camera can give the illusion that you have a security team onsite. And any thought of a security presence can deter potential troublemakers.

• Start monitoring and call out services to deter criminals.

Sleigh-ride Emergency Planning

An emergency plan can seem a bit doom-mongering, but it pays, quite literally, to prepare for the unexpected. Ensure your staff knows what to do in case of a security breach or any other emergency. Like Santa mapping out his route, having a plan in place ensures a smoother response and resolution.

• Prepare your emergency plan for a security breach.

Neighbourly Cooperation

Forge alliances with neighbouring businesses and residents. Just as good neighbours look out for each other, a collaborative approach to security can create a safer overall environment. Share information about suspicious activities and work together to enhance the security of the entire area.

• Create a WhatsApp group with other businesses to share suspicious activity.

These top tips will fortify your business like a well-protected holiday castle. May your business premises be secure, your customers be jolly, and your holiday season be merry and bright!

At West Mercia Security Ltd, we’ve been fitting alarms for over 40 years, and we’re insurance-approved – with SSAIB certification. Email us at email us or call 01384 396316.

You can see how we helped one of our customers with an insurance-approved installation here.

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