TIPS FOR LEAVING YOUR BUSINESS UNOCCUPIED

The Christmas holidays are a great opportunity to down tools for a while and spend some time eating, drinking and being merry with family and friends. You might also be heading off on a trip with the kids during the school holidays.

This means that your business premises are likely to be unattended for an extended period of time over the Christmas break. Unfortunately, burglars don’t necessarily take the festive period off like the rest of us. In fact, figures from the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research in previous years have shown that Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve are actually the peak times for property offences.

Add to the mix that ABS data has shown that unlawful entry with intent has increased by 4% in the last reporting period, and you have plenty of reasons to double-check the safety of your business premises before you knock off for a break.

The good news is that Capricorn Risk Services can help provide protection against theft and damage should the worst-case scenario come to pass.* That being said, prevention is always better than cure, so we’ve listed some tips below for keeping your business as secure as possible while you enjoy some time off.

• Double-check all entry point. Unlocked windows and doors are easy entry points for burglars.

• Hide/remove all valuables. Including electronics & expensive portable equipment.

• Test your security cameras and alarm system. Make sure that they’re turned on, armed and working.

• Leave the lights on. Well-lit premises are less appealing targets. Motion-sensor lights are also a good idea.

• Upgrade your building’s security. If you have the time and resources, install anti-pick locks and put bars or cages over the windows.

Getting a quote is easy. Simply call 1800 007 022 or email info@capricornrisk.com and your Risk Account Manager can help.

* Products sold through Capricorn Risk Services Pty Ltd (ABN 91 111 632 789) are: (i) discretionary risk protection products issued by Capricorn Mutual Ltd; and (ii) general insurance products issued by a range of insurers and brokered through Capricorn Insurance Services Pty Ltd. Before deciding to acquire any product you should consider the Product Disclosure Statement available from Capricorn Risk Services Pty Ltd to see if the product is appropriate for you. Capricorn Risk Services Pty Ltd is a Corporate Authorised Representative (No. 460893) of Capricorn Mutual Ltd (AFSL 230038) and Capricorn Insurance Services Pty Ltd (AFSL 435197).