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Safety tips for the Festive Season

December 13, 2017

Opinion by Melvin Duvenage

| Head of Operations & Business Development of Voorpos Short-Term Insurance Advisors

For most, the Festive Season means family, friends, good food, cheer and, of course, gifts. But, it is also a time when burglars run rampant, and nothing can ruin your holiday fun and memories quicker than a break-in.

Here are a few precautionary measures you can take to protect your valuable personal and business belongings:

  1. Lock your property at all times
  2. Have an alarm system installed
  3. Switch off all appliances before going on holiday
  4. Have someone collect your mail
  5. Make sure there is movement around your property
  6. Inform your neighbours if you are going away
  7. Don’t leave new packaging and gift wrappings outside your house
  8. Close all the windows and ensure your doors are locked
  9. Be vigilant and aware of your surroundings
  10. Check that someone doesn’t remotely jam your vehicle
  11. Take extra precautionary measures where possible
  12. Insure any new valuable assets immediately

These few pointers may deter burglars or, at least, save you time to react if necessary.

But, let’s not continue to think about all the doom and gloom. Ensure you have fun and enjoy this Festive Season.