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Security Advice and Specialist Products for Churches, Mosques and Temples
Churches, mosques, temples and other places of worship can be a common target for thieves. These buildings are often very old and commonly have valuables left on site with little security measures in place.
Thornhill Security offers a range of resilient products which keep religious buildings safe against theft and more resilient to unauthorised intrusion.
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Domestic Safes
When altarware is not in use, it should be secured in a safe place. Whilst a locked room may suffice in some situations, if the premises were broken into the thief would likely have little trouble gaining access to valuables.
At Thornhill Security, we have a multitude of domestic and commercial safes to suit your needs including our SMP Concept 3 cash safes range, with cash ratings of up to £4,000 meaning insurance companies will cover up to £40,000 in losses.
If you already have a safe in place but it is old, consider our safe repairs and upgrades service, ensuring you get the most out of your outdated safe. Alternatively, if your premise needs a safe but you are on a budget, consider a second hand safe. Starting at just £200, our used safes are reconditioned, the locking mechanisms are fully checked and serviced with new keys or locks are fitted meaning they do not compromise on quality.
Access Control Systems
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Document Fire Safes
Security Grilles
Security Grilles are a robust solution to reinforce any window or door on the exterior or interior of a property. Our grilles are fully customisable meaning they won’t have a negative effect on the aesthetics of the church, mosque or temple but do not compromise security. The addition of grilles can repel attempted break-ins with tools commonly used such as bolt cutters, hacksaws and crowbars.
Additionally, security grilles can be fitted to windows – in older places of worship, windows are often single glazed and easily broken into.
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Combatting Vandalism
Vandalism is a major threat to religious centres, whether the crimes are hate motivated or not, graffiti and even arson are not uncommon. Additionally, metal theft from churches is a crime that often occurs in the UK, in order to reduce these crimes, those who are responsible for religious buildings should:
- Keep items that could be used to start fires out of sight, old newspapers, candles etc.
- Ensure the property is equipped with a working burglar and fire alarm.
- Keep all doors, windows and gates (if applicable) locked shut when the premises are vacant.
- Consider a strong padlock for the gated entrances of the premises.