Lock Snapping

Lock Snapping isn’t an unfamiliar term to those who have been victimized through this burglary technique. In 2016, burglars have become much more skilled and sophisticated in their techniques, and will do almost anything to get access to your home at take your belongings. Many security system companies will invest in electronic security systems to help minimize the risks of burglary. Burglars have also made a close study of how euro cylinders work, so they can make sure that their break-in skills are at the top level possible.

 

Lock snapping, also known as cylinder snapping, basically involves the breakage of the euro cylinder, and manipulation of the lock system to allow people access to your home or business. Many people are reassured by their door’s multiple locking points – while this is somewhat beneficial, it definitely doesn’t make your door totally secure. As long as there’s a cylinder in your lock system, it can absolutely be compromised. Here’s how to prevent becoming a victim of lock snapping:

 

Pay for Extra Security Technology

Many locksmiths and lock experts have developed many gadgets that can add extra layers of security to homes and businesses. These products can be found in many local stores, or provided by locksmiths, and can make your cylinders snap resistant. The highly complex level of their design is constantly being tweaked and improved on to help prevent break ins.

 

Look into Integrated Alarm Infrastructure

Lock snapping doesn’t happen unless the criminal exerts some serious effort into it. By investing in an integrated alarm system, any attempts by the burglar to snap off the locks will be interrupted by an alarm that sounds to scare them off, as well as calling the local law enforcement agency. The integration of these alarm systems should be accomplished in a way that nobody else is aware of where the main network connections are placed – so they can try to deactivate the alarm. Once it’s successfully installed, any attempt to force or move the lock will raise the alarm.

 

Choose Lock Systems made of High Grade Material

Cylinders can be made of a great variety of materials, from aluminum to steel. If you choose a snap resistant material, you will surely be able to ensure the intactness of your lock, and prevent burglaries. Some of the really superior cylinders can be quite expensive, but we guarantee it’s worth it, because it’s more of a guarantee of security – and peace of mind.

Risky College Student Security Behavior

College students often are protected by strict campus safety protocol, however they are often finding themselves in dangerous security situations. In this blog entry I’ll detail some of the most common behavior among college students that leads to a compromise in security.

 

Most College Students don’t Know Self Defense

Many college students exist in a illusory bubble of Utopia housed inside their college campus. However they shouldn’t think it’s a utopia, as with any situation where you’re surrounded by total strangers, you need to be vigilant in protecting your own property. Not only are most college students ill prepared to defend themselves in the event of a violent burglary, but most of them don’t even anticipate the need for incorporating any additional self-maintained security infrastructure to protect their own property.

 

College Students are Distracted

From Facebook and Twitter, to Snap chat, Tinder, Tumblr, and Pokemon Go, college students are often distracted by a simultaneous host of electronic social platforms that all demand large contributions of labor and attention. Because of this, many college students walk around in a haze of blissful solipsism, and aren’t usually aware of the world around them, including any security risks that could show red flags in advance.

 

Heavy Drinking

It’s well known that there’s a culture of partying and drinking heavily embedded in many colleges. While this time certainly calls for a sense of youthful celebration and joviality, it’s common for inexperienced students to drink too much and lock themselves out of their dorms, lose their keys, or simply be unaware of leaving their doors unlocked. ,Excessive alcohol consumption inhibits focus, concentration, and awareness of surroundings, all factors that make it a fantastic foil for any sustained effort at on-campus security.

 

College Students are somewhat Solitary – even in social settings

We have moved long past the days of the buddy system where individuals appoint each other as guardians and watchdogs for each other’s interests and properties. Although quite a social cross section of society, college students nowadays manage much of their life completely on their own, without aid or assistance from adults – meaning that they might not have friends looking out for their security on a day-to-day level.

What to expect when calling a locksmith

When you call a locksmith, you want to ensure that you’re getting the best service possible. In this blog entry I’ll detail exactly what to expect in regards to process when calling a locksmith for any sort of service.

 

The initial Request

You have a problem and you want to solve it. You call the locksmith and ask for help – the call will usually be taken by the Locksmith’s main office, which acts as a deployer and dispatch for the company. The central service division will ask you what your location is, what sort of service you need, and your contact information.

 

Dispatch of Service

The central office will contact a manager for your area, who will be given your information. They will then select a local technician and send them directly to your location.

 

Technician Update

The technician sent to your home or business will call the customer, letting them know their estimated time of arrival. This lets the customer know how fast the process of the repair should take. Any additional information regarding the requested service will be discussed.

 

Security Assessment

The technician will arrive and professionally introduce himself to the client. They will then inspect the lock, and provide an assessment of exactly what the necessary steps that should be taken are. They will inform the customer of the right course of action, and together they will set a price. The customer will be then presented with a receipt that they need to sign in order to agree to the service and the charge.

 

The Locksmithing Work

Here’s where the meat of the process takes place. The time it will take to complete this process will range on what the service and situation is – during this process the technician will make sure not to damage any aspect of the home, business, or vehicle (besides cases where destructive entry is requested – like in lockouts that require a lock change.) However, this sort of entry is only utilized as a last resort, when there’s another way of entering the home, business, or vehicle.

 

Completion of Payment

The job is completed, and the customer will assess the success of the service. Then the locksmith will collect payment for the job which can usually be paid in either cash or credit. THen the technician simply gathers their equipment and leaves, on their way to help the next individual in need of expert locksmith intervention.

Traveling Suitcase / Luggage Security Tips

When you’re traveling, you can’t be too safe with your luggage. TSA employees have been known to rifle through and steal from luggage – not to mention shifty fellow passengers. Since paranoia isn’t a great way to start a vacation, it’s a much better idea to make sure to adopt a collection of security strategies in order to have peace of mind in knowing your luggage is secure.

Keep all your things together

Keep your important stuff together in a sealed Ziploc bag, or a dedicated pocket that you will never veer from. The benefits of having a single location for your valuables is helpful because it will allow you to make sure you have all your important belongings quickly, rather than having to rifle through them and possibly missing something.

 

Announce what you’re giving over temporarily to security

Before handing a wallet, or any bag over to a gate or security employee, make sure to announce “this is my bag, it contains my money, cards, etc..” – if they hear you mention you know exactly what’s in the bag, they will be much less willing to take the risk of possibly stealing from you.

 

Always carry a credit card and your ID

These are the essential items that can save you in the unfortunate (and unlikely- if you follow these tips!) event of a robbery or theft. Almost anything else is replaceable, but a credit card and ID will allow you to find shelter, housing, or additional flights to go back home. While we’re at it, keep your cell phone on your body at all times.

 

Keep your cash and wallet in your carry on bag

Keep your wallet as deeply inside your carry on bag as possible so that the only way any thief could find it would be to thoroughly and conspicuously search and remove items from your bag.

 

Wear all jewelry and/or expensive watches on your body

If you’re traveling with any jewelry or wearable heirlooms make sure to wear it on your body at all times. Don’t trust anyone including airport employees to behave according to the law if they find a small – but incredibly precious – ring or necklace. By keeping valuables on your body at all times, you’re ensuring their protection.

Risky College Student Security Behavior

College students often are protected by strict campus safety protocol, however they are often finding themselves in dangerous security situations. In this blog entry I’ll detail some of the most common behavior amongst college students that leads to a compromise in security.

 

Most College Students don’t Know Self Defense

Many college students exist in a illusory bubble of Utopia housed inside their college campus. However they shouldn’t think it’s a utopia, as with any situation where you’re surrounded by total strangers, you need to be vigilant in protecting your own property. Not only are most college students ill prepared to defend themselves in the event of a violent burglary, but most of them don’t even anticipate the need for incorporating any additional self-maintained security infrastructure to protect their own property.

 

College Students are Distracted

From Facebook and Twitter, to Snapchat, Tinder, Tumblr, and Pokemon Go, college students are often distracted by a simultaneous host of electronic social platforms that all demand large contributions of labor and attention. Because of this, many college students walk around in a haze of blissful solipsism, and aren’t usually aware of the world around them, including any security risks that could show red flags in advance.

 

Heavy Drinking

It’s well known that there’s a culture of partying and drinking heavily embedded in many colleges. While this time certainly calls for a sense of youthful celebration and joviality, it’s common for inexperienced students to drink too much and lock themselves out of their dorms, lose their keys, or simply be unaware of leaving their doors unlocked. ,Excessive alcohol consumption inhibits focus, concentration, and awareness of surroundings, all factors that make it a fantastic foil for any sustained effort at on-campus security.

 

College Students are somewhat Solitary – even in social settings

We have moved long past the days of the buddy system where individuals appoint each other as guardians and watchdogs for each other’s interests and properties. Although quite a social cross section of society, college students nowadays manage much of their life completely on their own, without aid or assistance from adults – meaning that they might not have friends looking out for their security on a day-to-day level.

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