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Halton police give tips to keep your business safe during COVID-19 closures

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Halton police are urging owners to take extra precautions to protect their businesses if they have been forced to close due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Earlier this week, Ontario Premier Doug Ford ordered the closure of all non-essential businesses during the outbreak. The closures came into effect Tuesday at 11:59 p.m.

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The police service suggests owners take the following measures to keep your business safe:

  • Remove valuables from storefront displays
  • Keep the interior, front, and rear entrances well lit
  • Keep some lighting on inside for surveillance opportunities
  • Remove valuables such as cash from the till and leave open. Place the cash tray in plain view
  • Ensure the contact is up to date on any alarm monitoring system
  • Clearly post signage on the door/window to indicate the premise is monitored by alarm company, that no money is kept on premises and list contact information for the police and business owner in the event a member of the public observes damage to property or suspicious activity
  • Consider installing a surveillance camera system that can be monitored online
  • Consider installing laminate on windows and glass doors to increase glass integrity from blunt force
  • Ensure all doors are properly secured

Halton police say they will be conducting “targeted and proactive” patrols of businesses that have closed to ensure they are secure.

Police are also urging managers of construction sites that may be closing to take extra measures to protect their sites and tools.

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