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Self Defense Life Saver-Auto Emergency Tool
Have you or a loved one ever been in a situation where you needed something very simple to solve a problem but it just wasn't available?Last summer I had an example that was burned into my mind forever. I live in southern Colorado at 4500 ft elevation in a city that gets 10 inches of rain a year.Read more…Home Security-More on Burglary Prevention
Odds are pretty good that if you live in your home for five years or more you will be the victim of a burglary or home invasion-the distinction is whether the home is occupied or not. A home invasion is entry, forced or not, when the home is occupied.In 2004 the Bureau of Justice reported that:-77% of all crime was property related -17% of all crime domiciles were violated by a burglar -85% of all burglaries the offender gained entry into the house or other building.Read more…How to Prevent Chimney Fires This Winter
Now that winter is on it's way, you may be thinking of dusting off your old fireplace in order to build a few cozy fires now and then. Before lighting the first match, consider this statistic:42% of all home-heating fires are caused by problems with fireplaces and chimneys.If you don't want to become a part of that statistic (who wants a house fire, after all?Read more…Install Hurricane Windows and Take These Steps for Safety
There’s a good chance that if you live near the east coast, you more than likely have been through a hurricane, if not at least a very severe storm. These can be significant in size and devastating, or mild, however knowing how to protect your home and your family from these storms is extremely important.You’ll want to devise a family plan in case devastation from a hurricane occurs.Read more…Is Getting a Web Cam a Security Savior or Parents Worst Nightmare
A web cam for home security with a "remote viewing" feature has been in the news lately. One story was wonderfully positive and shows the amazing life saving power of a home security surveillance camera. The other story was a cautionary tale to parents about the dangers of child pornographers and cheap web cams in children's bedrooms.Read more…Protect Your Loved Ones With A Wireless Medical Alarm System
You can protect your loved ones with a medical alarm system and take away a lot of your uncertainty due to this. This invention is especially good for the parents as they begin to age and we start, as the younger generation, looking for ways to ensure that they are comfortable and safe in their homes. This can become problematic, especially if our lives are on the busier side, and should be expressly looked into in terms of finding them a medical alarm system that works with the capabilities that we have.Read more…Occupational Health, Safety & Risk Management for the Home
As I attend more and more Risk Management, OH&S and Manual Handling training for work, I've noticed that as boring as these courses often are, I am bringing my newly-aware eyes home and looking with dissatisfaction around my house. I went through all the usual kid-safe safaris way back when my children were crawling and toddling from one room to another. Not a furniture corner remained unpadded or a glass object d'art put out of harms way.Read more…Using Mace for Self-defense
Mace is a registered brand name of a non-lethal self-defense spray, manufactured by Mace Security International.Mace, Inc. makes three different formulas of self-defense spray: Triple Action, PepperGard or Pepper Mace, and Pepper Foam.Read more…Don't let the Grinch Steal Your Christmas!
What is it about Christmas that sends many of us in an orbit of nebulous confusion? Our minds become overloaded with thoughts of" Christmas Preparation Panic". Business functions, family functions, baking and of course those dreaded shopping malls.Read more…Stay Safe With A Cell Phone
Cell phones are associated with a large spectrum of people in today's world. Most of which are young adults, business executives and of course trades people. If you ask these people to give up their cells for a day, they might offer you their right arm instead.Read more…Knowledge Keeps Crooks At Bay
Home security is like a game of chess. We have to think before we make a move, otherwise we will pay dearly for our mistakes. Mistakes that could cost us our personal belongings family heirlooms, vehicle or worse yet, our lives.Read more…Make Security Your Business
When I do a small business security check, I always start with the exterior of the building checking the fences, gates,walls and entrances for upkeep. A run down building exterior with lots of obstacles and materials lying around can be an invitation to a burglar.Check air ventilation systems and gratings for easy burglar access.Read more…Stop Paper Thieves - Buy A Shredder
Before you are slingshot into the twenty-first century by a dose of reality, you should realize that crime takes many forms. A burglars tools doesn't always consist of a screw driver pry bar and a flashlight. The modern day thief can do more damage with a piece of paper than with conventional implements.Read more…Using Hurricane Windows To Protect Your Biggest Asset
In the month of August 1992, a disastrous Hurricane Andrew ripped through South Florida, thus sparking the development of Hurricane windows. These new hurricane proof windows are instrumental in protecting your home from flying debris and high winds during a hurricane. If they weren’t added to your home during construction they can be installed at any time.Read more…Home Strategies Keep Families Safe From Intruders
When was the last time you and your family discussed home security issues? I'm referring to a sit down meeting to discuss security and safe-keeping strategies. Strategies that will ultimately keep you and your family safe in the event of a break-in or home invasion.Read more…Security Is The Key To Latch-Key Kids
With more and more mothers rejoining the work force and the number of single-parent families increasing, "latch-key kids" has become a household name. Because of this, parents must educate their children on the importance of staying safe and secure in the comfort of their own home.Creating a safe home for children begins with contacting your local security professional and making sure that you have all the proper locks on your doors and windows.Read more…Wants Outweigh Security Needs For Homebuyers
Good security should be an essential factor when purchasing your new home. Buying decisions are quite often made on the size of kitchens or bathrooms with little consideration given to the importance of a good home-security package.As a security consultant, it's hard for me to comprehend that homebuyers are more interested in crown mouldings than a practical home-security system.Read more…Virtual House Tours Could Offer Too Much Information
We are becoming more aware of the dangers of the internet these days with articles of online predators hiding behind screen names, posing as imposters controlling their victims as if they were puppets on a string, sucking them into a "Web Of Deception."Computers are used in the transmission of crime often in three capacities. They may be the target of the offense, the tool used in the offence or they may contain evidence of the offence.Read more…Apartment Building Enterphones Pose Security Risk
Building owners and strata councils need to take a hard serious look at their enterphone systems.Building security hinges on these push-button entrance panels - entrance panels that are often abused by the building's owners and renters.I'm not talking about physical abuse, I'm talking about abusing the privilege of letting visitors into your building at the push of a button.Read more…Home Security And Your Environment
The target-hardening approach to crime prevention through lock hardware and security systems is a must. This traditional approach complemented with the concept of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) will greatly reduce unwanted intruders.CPTED is based on the theory that proper design and effective use of the built environment can lead to a reduction in crime.Read more…
Most Recent Articles in Home Security category
- What Sentry Safe is Best for Me? - By: MJ Marks
I know I want a Sentry Safe to protect my important documents and valuables, but how do I pick the one that is best for me? - Fire Safes: What do you need to protect your Valuables? - By: MJ Marks
Most people will experience at least one home fire in their life time. Are you prepared? Do you have a the best fire safe to protect your families important documents and valuables? Of all the fire safes available, how do you know which is best for you? Here are a few things to consider when purchasing a safe to protect your valuables from fire. - Cannon Safes - By: MJ Marks
There are many Cannon safes available for a wide variety of prices, so how do you know which one is best for you? This article offers a good starting place as it compares the feature of the five basic safe series offered by Cannon. - What to put in your Cannon Safe - By: MJ Marks
You've bought a safe to protect against fire or burglary, now what do you put in it? Some ideas of things you want to protect, some you have obviously thought of and others to help to get you thinking of things you may have forgotten. - Safes: To Crack or not to Crack, that is the Question! - By: MJ Marks
Lost the combination to your safe? Can you crack into a safe like they do in the movies? Most common methods for breaking into a safe; including lock manipulation, manipulation of a weak point on the safe, and brute force. Which one would work best for you? - Is Your Family Safe from Intruders? - By: Marsha Hinde
Crime is an unfortunate part of life, and no matter where you live you can find yourself a victim of home intrusion. However, you can put into practice suggestions that can greatly reduce the odds of your family becoming the victim of intrusion. When it comes to home security, prevention is your strongest protection. So, what are some ways to help secure your home now? - Safe as Houses this Christmas - By: Paul McIndoe
It pays to exercise more caution than usual throughout the holidays to ensure you keep your home, and everything contained within it, safe and sound. From harsh weather to Christmas thieves, there's plenty to think about. - Protecting Your Properties and Homes from Theft and Other Crimes - By: John Webb
We provide a complete range of security solutions services to ensure our client's security requirements are met. Alliedlocksafe.com is ready to perform commercial services, residential services and automotive locksmith services. - When Desert Storms Bring Raging Rains: How to Protect Your Houston Home - By: Elizabeth K
When it comes to flood damage may not be the place you would expect to encounter major claims or property losses; don't be lulled into a sense of complacency. - How Valuable are your Valuables? - By: Adam Singleton
Many people consider home insurance to be an unnecessary extra; but should you consider protecting your valuables against potential loss or damage? How much value do you place on your valuables and can you afford to replace them should the worst happen?