Posted by Paula Scott on September 21, 2021 - 9:33am
The Bluffton Police Department has created a Crime Prevention: Home Security pamplet for Bluffton residents (attached below). It includes the following Home Security Checklist:
- Doors/ Windows locked at night and every time you leave.
- Doors are solid metal or wood.
- Door includes peephole.
- Deadbolts installed on all exterior doors.
- Give spare key to trusted neighbor.
- Windows remain locked or secured with something sturdy between bottom pane and frame.
- Landscape is trimmed and all entries are illuminated with outdoor lighting.
- Outdoor lights are turned on at night.
- Indoor lights are equipped with automatic timers or are left on while away.
- If away for an extended time, stop mail and newspaper deliveries or arrange for someone to pick them up until you return.
For more information, visit:
National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org
Ohio Crime Prevention Association www.ocpa-oh.org
DOJ: Office of Justice Programs www.ojp.gov/topics/crimeprevention
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