Keeping Safe
Keeping Safe
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Consider changing all outside door locks when you move home
Fit a 5-lever BS3621 mortice lock together with top- and bottom-operated bolts to side and back doors
Fit appropriate locks to the top and bottom of French windows and patio doors
Fit window locks to ground floor and upstairs windows
Don't leave door keys in visible or obvious places such as under the doormat
Lock all your doors and windows when you go out
Don't leave ladders lying around
Keep your sheds and outbuildings locked; burglars will use YOUR tools to gain access to YOUR house
Close your curtains and leave a light on in the lounge and bedroom if you are going out for the evening
Always activate your intruder alarm before you go out - many insurance companies will refuse to pay out if you are burgled and you did not activate an alarm
Don't leave curtains and blinds drawn during the day - they will attract burglars
Cancel your milk and paper deliveries if you are going on holiday
Ask a neighbour to remove any post or newspapers left showing in your letterbox
Cut your lawn before you go on holiday.