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At GIO, we care about your business and we're here to provide insurance protection and claims response should a burglary occur. Read the burglary tips below to prepare your business for the unexpected.
Burglary Prevention
- Ensure your business premises are fitted with a security alarm system.
- If your business is alarmed install highly visible warning signage.
- Consider installing movement sensors for light activation after hours.
- Ensure windows and doors are clearly visible from outside the premises and not obscured from view.
- Regularly test internal and external security lights, windows and door locks.
- Train staff on open and lock-up procedures, Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) and banking protocols.
- If staff do banking they should travel to the closest bank by alternating routes and times and use different bags to carry any money.
Should a Burglary Occur
- In the case of a suspected burglary, do not enter the business. Call 000 as intruders may still be inside.
- Ensure staff remain calm and away from harm.
- Do not confront or attack intruders.
After a Burglary
- Only enter the property if it is safe to do so.
- Secure your business.
- Review inventory and note all items missing.
- Call GIO Claims on 13 14 46 and provide full details of the incident.
Please read the policy wording or product disclosure statement before making any decision regarding products issued by GIO General Limited ABN 22 002 861 583. GIO claims response will depend on the circumstance of each loss or claim. This information is for general illustrative purposes only, so you should make your own inquiries regarding specific risk or loss control advice, first aid, OH&S, fire evacuation, injury treatment and the like. Please refer to http://www.standards.org.au for a variety of Australian Standards on these and related topics.