It’s Time To Take Car Park Security Seriously

An increase in vehicle theft solidifies why we must refrain from overlooking and underestimating car park security. In July 2022, a TikTok challenge saw people recording videos on how to steal cars manufactured by Hyundai and KIA go viral. Although this challenge mainly affected American citizens, in a world where anything is sharable at the touch of a button, it’s better to pre-empt any security breaches by having a suitable solution. Many believe their car is safe and secure when locked, valuables are not in sight, and CCTV is displayed. However, where CCTV systems capture crime and provide evidence, you could be doing more to deter vehicle crime altogether. Furthermore, an empty or unmanaged car park is often the target for fly-tippers, another crime that leaves a considerable expense for the site owner. The total fly-tip clean-up cost was £11.6 million for local authorities in England in 2020/21. Fly-tipping rates between 2020/21Fly-tipping incidents in England by land type. Source:https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/fly-tipping-in-england/fly-tipping-statistics-for-england-2020-to-2021#fly-tipping-incidents-in-england-by-land-type How to enhance car park security? Car park protection goes beyond ensuring vehicles are not broken into. It also covers antisocial behaviour at the site. With the right security solution, you can instantly monitor who is accessing your car park and remove any unauthorised property, vehicles, and individuals. Here are just some of the ways you can enhance your car park security. CCTV alongside a security guard team is a great way to view a larger area and have personnel on-site, ready to take action against crime and antisocial behaviour. We’re not saying CCTV on its own isn’t a great deterrent. However, a CCTV operative monitoring the cameras and security guards carrying out mobile patrols means that highly trained security officers can carry out the correct procedures to prevent further damage in an unfortunate situation. Barrier Systems are usually seen in large retail parks and are great for monitoring who enters and exits the site. A barrier is ideal for construction sites, office blocks, and loading bays of large retail sites—further, smart technology has enabled barrier systems to open, granting access to authorised vehicles automatically. Concrete Barriers are suitable solutions for vacant properties, business parks, and industrial estates. A barrier will restrict access to unauthorised vehicles, making it a great way to prevent fly-tipping and deter theft from construction sites. Many solutions can enhance your car park security strategy, and as we highlighted throughout this article, there’s no time like the present to implement them. Get in touch today by calling 0161277 7812 or filling out our online contact form for more information on enhancing car park security.

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