Information: Burglar Risk Assessment

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Are items unsuitable for engraving marked with an Ultra-Violet marker pen?
YES | NO

Have you a record of make, model & serial numbers?
YES | NO

Good Habits & Lifestyle Risk Factors

(Any questions you answer with a 'No' will indicate an increased risk in that area. Further help with Crime Reduction advice can be obtained from the local police Community Safety Unit.)

Windows

Are key operated lock fitted to all downstairs windows?
YES | NO

Are key operated locks fitted to accessible upstairs windows?
YES | NO

Do you always use the devices fitted?
YES | NO

Lighting

Do you use time switches to turn lighting on when you are out?
YES | NO

Do you have any exterior lighting?
YES | NO

Burglar Alarms

Have you had a burglar alarm fitted?
YES | NO

If your property is in an isolated location, is the alarm connected to an
Alarm Monitoring Centre?
YES | NO

Is your burglar alarm serviced once a year?
YES | NO

If needed, can either you or a keyholder be easily contacted to return
to your house?
YES | NO

If You Live In A Flat

Is your front door as strong as the main entry door?
YES | NO

Do you have a door entry system on the front door?
YES | NO

Is your front door reinforced with a metal plate in the Lock area?
YES | NO

Are hinge bolts fitted?
YES | NO

Key Security

Do you remove all keys from locks when you leave the house?
YES | NO

Do you leave keys in the door when you are at home?
YES | NO

Do you take all the keys with you when you leave the house?
YES | NO

Are you sure you have all the keys to your house?
YES | NO

Gates. Fences & Side Passages

Are Garages & Sheds always locked?
YES | NO

Are both the Hasp & Lock of good quality?
YES | NO

Do you use a security cable type device to link items together?
YES | NO

Does any Alarm have a zone covering the garage & shed which can be set
whilst you are at home?
YES | NO

Have you ensured that cycles and lawnmowers have been stamped with
your postcode & house number?
YES | NO

Your Doors

Are external door & frames in good condition?
YES | NO

Are external doors of solid construction and at least 44mm in thickness?
YES | NO

Are adjacent glass panels of laminated glass?
YES | NO

Are all external door fitted with 5 lever locks?
YES | NO

Are bolts fitted top and bottom to external doors?
YES | NO

Do patio doors have anti-lift devices and extra locks fitted?
YES | NO

Postcoding Your Property

Have you postcoded your property by a permanent method?
YES | NO

Have you a video or photographic record of your property?
YES | NO

Are you at home during daylight hours?
YES | NO

Is your home always occupied at night?
YES | NO

Do you garage your cars when at home?
YES | NO

Do you avoid regular routines of leaving the house unoccupied?
YES | NO

Do you take steps to make the house seem occupied when you are out?
YES | NO

Do you belong to an active Neighbourhood Watch?
YES | NO

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