It is a problem when it comes to heavy construction equipment coming up missing. They are not only expensive, but with so much demand it is easy for a thief to get a chance to steal at the job-site. Despite that machines and equipment are so big, stealing them is not a problem to them. Since the business lack the anti-theft or theft protection measures that business owners need to take.
Here are a few tips to reduce the chances of theft and ways to recover stolen property.
Indicate the parts and label them
It is very important that you use an inscription to indicate every part of the equipment, and have a note of these parts. This will not only help you to keep a track of the different parts of the equipment, but also, in case there is a theft, it will make it easier for the investigators to have a note of the part that is missing. Even after finding it, identifying it becomes a lot easier.
Use apps to monitor all activities
In today’s technology you can use ant-theft apps that can be installed in your system. It is super easy to have control and monitor at all times.
Area surveillance
The most known thefts in construction sites have taken place due to the lack of surveillance the business has. It makes it easier for the thieves to steal when there is no surveillance or even when the lights are turned off.
Parking the heavy construction equipment
This is something that many business owners do not keep in mind. When you park your equipment, make sure you park it one after the other. Any possible thief that comes in the lot will find it hard to remove one of the vehicles or machines, without removing the other.
If you follow these easy tips for your junk removal business it will be super easy to keep track of all of your equipment. You will minimize the chances of theft. Anyone that comes in the lot will find themselves are really hard time to steal anything. Reduced theft can alleviate the business for any financial loss.
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