How you can help.


• Inform British Transport Police if you have received or are expecting deliveries of copper cable. This information will be used to shape uniform pro-active police patrols.


• Do not permit unfamiliar vehicles to enter the site.


• Record and report all suspicious incidents, noting vehicle index numbers with numbers of occupants and descriptions.


• Secure any cable on site. Consider using secure alarmed containers or ground anchors. If this is not possible, make sure all cable is covered so you do not advertise its presence.


• British Transport Police Crime Reduction unit can assist with site specific security recommendations. If the site is not operational 24hrs consider employing security guards.


• Make sure security guards are tasked and fully aware of the issues regarding cable theft. You may wish to employ security guards to coincide with the delivery of, or presence of copper cable.


• Have a single point of contact with regard to movement of cable from sites. Have security verify each movement of cable.


• Try not to leave cable on site for any extended period. Try to time the delivery of the cable to coincide with its installation.


• Photograph the cable before installation or retain a small sample (1-2 foot). This will assist police with identifying property should a theft occur.


• Do not leave any tools lying around which could be used to assist in theft. In particular disc cutters, saws etc. should be locked away.


• Insist on all staff wearing ID.


• Instruct security guards to challenge anyone not displaying ID.


• If you have other security measures such as CCTV lighting or alarms make sure that they are working and fit for purpose.


Following a theft • Report the incident to police immediately.


• Preserve evidence for police at the scene of the incident.


• If available, obtain details of witnesses.


For further advice and information call 0800 405 040 and ask for the Crime Reduction Department.


• In an emergency always dial 999. Remember:


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The loss of your cable could cause significant delay and added expense to your project.


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