MetaltHeFt
Putting aside the irreplaceable loss of heritage, the financial loss arising from thefts of metal goes beyond the cost of just replacing the stolen metal
Theissues around theftofmetal have recently beenthe subjectofsignificant mediacoverage,amajor focusfor thepolice andhaveresultedinlegislation in an attempttoaddress
theproblem.Inheritage flats it remainsaproblemas heritage buildings often have a significantamount of valuablemetal in their construction.
Damage to stoneworkcausedduringthe course of a theft can be significant, as well as waterdamagetointernalfurnishings if it rainsbeforethe theftofroofcoverings is discovered.
Lead, copper and stainless steel roof coverings, includingbay window roofsand roof flashings, copper lightning conductors, lead andcopperrainwaterpipes,bronze statues,metal garden ornaments and iron gates are all items thatmay be at risk.
reducing tHe risk oFMetal tHeFt
Whilst we all hope the recent changes in theregulationofthe scrapmetal industry will help reduce theftofmetal crimeitis worthconsidering afew simple security measures.Examplesthathaveprovedtobe effective include:
nCut back trees or vegetation that could help thieves hide or climb onto the building
nInstallsecuritylightingand ensure any gates are kept locked
nRemove or secure anyitemsthat could assist in this crime; such as ladders, wheelbarrows etc.
nPay attention to the ways thieves couldclimbonto thebuilding andinstall deterrents such as anti-climbpainton drainpipesand gutters(accompaniedwith appropriate signage)
nInstall CCTV and appropriate signage
nProtect lower sections of lightning conductors with secure cages or sheaths
nInstallsecuritylightingand or alarm systems at roof level if your building has a largeamount ofmetal in its roof structure. **
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