Message from Our Advertiser - ADT Fire and Security

Each year businesses in Britain are forced to fork out millions of pounds as a result of arson, burglary, vandalism and assault.

Research suggests that about 45% of all businesses will have been affected by crime within the past 12 months. That’s extremely worrying – especially since much of it can be prevented.

There probably isn’t a business in the country that hasn’t been a victim of crime at one time or another, IT equipment alone provides the necessary incentive to a determined thief. Businesses tend not to think about this until something goes wrong and then they pay the price.

ADT, the UK’s leading Fire and Security Company, has seen a huge rise over the recent years of businesses investing in security systems and it’s in direct response to the spiralling cost of on-site crime.

There are so many simple, yet effective, ways of protecting people, property and assets - good lighting in and around a building and throughout the car park, having a minimum number of designated key holders who are trained in responding to alerts, and simply being aware of what’s going on in and around the building.

Technology-based security solutions like CCTV, intruder alarms, and access control systems are the most obvious crime deterrent. Yet, in the event of a break-in or a fire, a monitored alarm system promptly alerts the ADT Alarm Receiving Centre, who respond with the required emergency service, saving valuable time.

A Business Issue - Fire Safety Order

UK business is highly regulated when it comes to fire issues. Now, the important legal requirement is placed on the business or property owner to have a fire strategy which is effective and considered. Often only a small percentage of the true costs of a fire are recoverable and in many cases, businesses re-locate or cease trading after a major blaze.

It is far easier to manage risk than have to manage the after effects of a fire. Identifying and eliminating fire hazard or planning to manage the risk of fire is an essential part of any company’s fire strategy.

ADT systems provide accurate, reliable, early detection coupled to high immunity to false and unwanted alarms supported by our dedicated monitoring service. Working with ADT from the outset, buildings can not only be designed with systems that support safety, security and freedom but can be maintained efficiently and cost effectively.

For further information on ADT Fire and Security call 0803 22 33 999 web at www.adt.co.uk