Sunday, April 13, 2014

Advice For Churches: Business Security Tips

By Mark Mahaffey


It would be nice if churches were exempt from being the target of crime, but unfortunately, it is not so. Churches can be the victim of criminal activity just like businesses and homes. Therefore it is important for a church to have a business security plan in place. This means, naturally, that the church will need to set aside enough money to pay for the system.

The next thing to do to reduce the risks of being vandalized by crooks is to put in video surveillance cameras. These cameras should be place in key areas. For example, it is good to put them both inside and outside the building in parking lots, yards, nursery areas and in offices suites.

Glass break sensors are another smart way to increase the security in a church building. Sometimes, all you need to do is scare a crook into leaving, and these types of sensors may do just that. You just put them on doors and window, and when the burglar breaks the glass, it triggers the sensor and it sounds an alarm.

Lighting is another part of a good business security plan for churches. Buy several lights and put them in key areas around the church property. For example, put them around doors, window, drive way entrances and also in the parking areas. Putting them in the front and back yards of the church is also a good idea.

Also think about using access control in your church. Even though you like to think that you can trust church members, they are not always honest. Keeping more sensitive areas off limits to everyone except the staff is a good idea. You can do this with access control.

Deadbolts are a great way to increase your business security plan in your church. Deadbolts are not fancy or high tech, but they can keep someone from breaking down your door. Buy high quality deadbolts - the thicker the metal on them the better. Install them on all exterior doors of your church. And you can also put them on interior doors if you have highly sensitive areas that you want to protect.




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