Apartment Building Security

We all have the potential to be victims of crime. Each of us can REDUCE THE RISK of our homes/property being victimized by eliminating the opportunity.

Lobby Security

Unknown or suspicious persons trying to get in to the building should be referred to the Management, Security or the Superintendent

DO NOT allow strangers to enter the building as you are leaving or entering. Cooperate with all other tenants in keeping the main outer doors locked at all times

DO NOT buzz anyone into the building whom you don't know

Use only your first initial on the lobby directory, doorbell, mailbox, and phone directory

Door Security

Doors should be mounted so hinge-bolts are not facing outwards

Install one-inch deadbolt locks on all exterior doors

Chain locks are poor security - install a wide angle viewer instead and NEVER open your door to a stranger

NEVER leave your door unlocked, even while taking out the trash

DO NOT leave notes on your apartment door or on the lobby directory

If keys are lost or if you move, locks should be changed

If you see a stranger carrying items out of a neighbors apartment, ***CALL 911***

Elevator Safety

Look to see who's in the elevator before entering

DO NOT enter the elevator if you do not feel comfortable - wait for the next one

When in the elevator - stand beside the control panel

If a suspicious person enters the elevator, exit before the doors close.

Helpful Hints

Keep a record of your valuables

Identify your property by engraving an identifying mark - proper identification makes it easier for the police to return personal property

When engraving, hold the engraver straight up NOT on a slant

The identification should be readily visible without marring the appearance of the item

Be a good neighbor and report any suspicious activity to the Police

If A Crime Has Occurred

DO NOT enter - the criminal may still be inside

Use a neighbor's phone and call the police

DO NOT touch anything or clean up until the police have inspected for evidence

Note the licence number of any suspicious vehicle

Note the description of any suspicious person(s)