Home Safety

• Fit quality security doors, windows, locks, alarms, lighting and warning signs
• Secure all windows and doors
• Activate your alarm, smoke detectors and security lighting
• Upgrade your alarm system to a monitored system (back to base)
• Consider installing CCTV cameras that allow you to remote view
• Lock your gates, sheds and garages

• Ensure your street number is clearly visible
• Keep trees and shrubs trimmed to improve visibility around your home
• Lock away items such as ladders, tools and gardening equipment
• Don’t leave spare keys outside the home
• Don’t leave valuables, mobile devices or keys (home or vehicle) in clear view
• Mark valuable property and record details

• Use a timer to activate an internal light or radio to give the impression someone is home
• Have family, a trusted friend or neighbour regularly check on your home. Inform them of your travel plans and have them collect your garbage bins and mail
• Consider redirecting your mail, newspapers and deliveries
• Never advertise your travel on social media sites

• Record all details including serial numbers and descriptions of all items of value
• Don’t keep large amounts of money in your home
• Keep your insurance up to date. Make sure that you’re insured for the right amount to cover the replacement cost of your contents at today’s prices

When reporting crime, remember to record the following:

• Details of the offence
• Description of offenders
• Direction offenders headed
• Witness details
• Vehicle registration and description

Important Numbers:

• Triple Zero – 000
• Police Assistance Line – 131 444
• Crime Stoppers – 1800 333 000

Download the Emergency app at emergency.triplezero.gov.au