{"id":2119,"date":"2015-04-15T05:04:47","date_gmt":"2015-04-15T12:04:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.liveviewgps.com\/blog\/?p=2119"},"modified":"2015-04-08T11:06:36","modified_gmt":"2015-04-08T18:06:36","slug":"tips-avoid-fleet-break-ins-theft","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.liveviewgps.com\/blog\/tips-avoid-fleet-break-ins-theft\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips to Avoid Fleet Break Ins and Theft"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Delivery trucks are profitable targets for thieves. They are often filled with new products direct from the manufacturer, on their way to market. And the trucks themselves are tempting. These are valuable vehicles that can be repainted and sold or broken up for parts.<\/p>\n<p>Each time a truck is lost, you face the risk of higher insurance premiums. Sadly, many law enforcement agencies are so overburdened with serious criminal acts, it is considered a low-priority crime. Since it gets little attention, it can be tempting to simply turn it over to your insurance agent.<\/p>\n<p>Preventative Approaches to Deal with Theft<\/p>\n<p>A better way is to set up a practical plan to keep your trucks safe from criminal activity, both on the road and in the parking lot.<\/p>\n<p>Here are seven suggestions that should be part of every fleet manager\u2019s program for ensuring truck safety.<\/p>\n<p>#1. Remove the keys.\u00a0 This seems simplistic, but it\u2019s amazing how often it happens. Since they are parked on the company premises, often away from urban areas with high crime, it seems like a good way to save time by simply leaving the keys in the ignition. But don\u2019t. You\u2019re inviting thieves to steal it.<\/p>\n<p>#2. Put lots of lights in your parking area. This deters thieves, especially when combined with obvious surveillance cameras. Good lighting makes it easier for security staff to keep an eye on truck safety and spot intruders.<\/p>\n<p>#3. Park in lighted areas.\u00a0 If the truck isn\u2019t returned to the company premises at night, teach drivers to park in well lighted areas, even if he has to drive a few blocks out of his way.<\/p>\n<p>#4. Use GPS fleet tracking software.\u00a0 Among many other benefits, <a title=\"GPS Fleet tracking devices\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liveviewgps.com\">GPS fleet tracking devices<\/a> can dramatically cut back on hijacking and break ins. The vehicle sounds an alarm both at the truck and at the security desk. Criminals are leery of any truck that looks like it is equipped with this technology.<\/p>\n<p>#5.\u00a0 Don\u2019t leave trucks running.\u00a0 It is tempting to do this while the driver runs in to check with the loading dock or get some coffee. It\u2019s the perfect time for a criminal to take off with the truck. The entire crime takes just a minute.<\/p>\n<p>#6. Put valuables out of sight. Just like the family car, trucks are the target of opportunists who see laptops and mobiles sitting on seat or dashboard. Put them under the seat, in a locked box or behind the seat out of sight.<\/p>\n<p>#7. Keep doors locked at all times. This includes when the truck is being driven and when it is parked. Hijackers are skilled, opening a door and forcing the driver out in seconds. A locked door is a good deterrent.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Delivery trucks are profitable targets for thieves. They are often filled with new products direct from the manufacturer, on their way to market. And the trucks themselves are tempting. These are valuable vehicles that can be repainted and sold or broken up for parts. 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