Maintaining a Safe Parking Lot

Maintaining a Safe Parking Lot Sep 29, 2015

One reason businesses hire private security is to provide a uniformed crime deterrent in their parking lots. Whether the security service selected is a drive through patrol or a stationed security officer, the purpose is the same: to provide a visible deterrent to crime and decrease response time from the authorities through more prompt reporting.

Large company parking lots and parking structures may experience similar crimes as public parking lots if the parking areas are not properly lit and monitored. Vandalism and property theft are two common crimes that occur in parking lots and structures. The likelihood of such crimes can be reduced when the business practices some basic security tips. In addition, employing private security officers creates a visible crime deterrent in the parking area.

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Individuals also can play a role in reducing their odds of parking lot crime by practicing some personal safety tips. By parking only in well-lit areas, using car alarms and removing valuables from plain view, a person can make their vehicle less of a target for crime. By not to parking anywhere with visibility of less than 100 feet or by parking in high traffic areas a person can avoid being isolated or out of view.

When drivers are wary of good safety tips and businesses are diligent about creating safe parking conditions, it’s possible to create a safe parking lot environment at a business. Then, the addition of private security officers as a visible crime deterrent completes a well-rounded approach to increasing parking lot safety for employees and customers.

For more information about safety for your business, contact us at the location near you.

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1301 S. IH-35, Suite 100 ● Austin, Texas 78741 ● (512) 467-2590 ● Fax (512) 467-7625 www.smithprotective.com