We have had a few reports recently of vans being broke into and tools being stolen in West Berkshire.

Please follow these simple steps to help protect your tools and vehicles.

Mark Your Tools -

Take a photo of the serial number or identifying marks

Engrave your initials or a memorable word

Use an ultraviolet pen

Remember to mark your batteries too

 Register Your Tools - 

Register your tools and serial numbers on a national property recording database such as immobilise www.immobilise.com/ 

 Secure Your Vehicle - 

Make sure your vehicle is locked. Even if you are popping back and forth to grab tools, criminals only need a moment to empty your van. Consider purchasing dead locks or slam locks. Security cages can also be installed inside your van.

 Install a Dashcam or CCTV - 

Consider purchasing a dash cam or CCTV camera to deter criminals from targeting your van. Alarms are also good deterrents if one is not already fitted

Park Against a Wall - 

Where possible, park your van overnight in a busy, well-lit area backed against or alongside a wall to make it difficult to gain access to the back/side of your van. 

 Empty Your Van - 

Where possible, empty your van of the tools overnight - don't give criminals the opportunity to empty your van for you