3 Easy-to-Keep Security Resolutions for the New Year
New Year’s resolutions are notorious for not being kept. Whether it’s eating healthier or saving money, people simply don’t stick to them.
But when it comes to the security of your commercial or residential property, you can’t take any chances. In this post, we’ll give you three security-related resolutions that should be much easier to stick to in the new year and beyond.
Resolution #1: “I will regularly maintain my security equipment”
Installing security equipment is only the first step to protecting your home or business. It is important that regular maintenance is carried out to keep your system working optimally.
Depending on the equipment you have in place, tasks to add to the maintenance list could include:
- Testing the intruder and fire alarms
- Cleaning the security cameras
- Replacing old batteries
- Changing access control entry codes
- Testing access control systems
Once you make maintenance a regular task, you will enjoy peace of mind that your security suite will work when you need it the most. The good news is that a local security company can take care of most of these tasks for you.
Resolution #2: “I will make sure everyone on the premises understands their security responsibilities”
Security is rarely a one-person responsibility. Whether you live with other people or work alongside colleagues, everyone has a stake in keeping the premises safe.
At home, communicating residential security responsibilities might be an informal process to ensure everyone knows how to activate and deactivate the intruder alarm, test the smoke detector, or properly secure doors and windows.
In a business setting, commercial security training is likely to be more structured. All employees should be briefed on their role and updated with any changes or relevant information, including evacuation procedures and the location of emergency call buttons. Training should also cover basic instructions such as not sharing entry codes and keeping fire doors clear of obstruction.
Bring in the New Year with a home or workplace security briefing and give everyone who uses your premises control over their safety.
Resolution #3: “I will arrange a security audit”
Is your security suite still fit for purpose? It can be tempting to think that once you’ve installed your security systems, that’s the job done. However, with the fast pace of change and technological innovation, security systems are constantly evolving to offer improved functionality.
You might find some of your equipment has become obsolete and needs replacing, while updating other elements of your security suite might offer cost savings over the longer term.
Kick off the New Year by conducting an audit of your current security technology and equipment to identify areas of improvement or valuable additions which could save time, money or even lives.
You can carry out an informal audit yourself or call in an expert firm, which can advise on how to bring your security suite up to spec for 2025 and beyond.
Start the year off right with security from Selectron
Selectron can help you keep on top of all your security needs. We specialise in providing the latest security solutions from the top brands for residential and commercial premises across Bermuda. Why not contact us on +1 441 236 4181 to learn more about how we can give you year-round peace of mind?
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