Keeping your office space as secure as possible is important not only for protecting the equipment stored within it, but for protecting the people who work in it, and sensitive data and documents, too.
While having a range of security measures in place throughout the office (and ideally throughout the building), such as CCTV cameras and burglar alarms is essential – provided each one has been professionally installed and well maintained –solid locking systems provide the ultimate in security, and without them, the other measures simply can’t be as effective.
Here are some different locking systems for offices, and if you need further guidance or help installing them, reach out to a local, commercial locksmith as soon as possible:
Cylinder locks
With this type of lock, the key has to be inserted and twisted to one side to open the lock, and to lock the door, the key must be turned to the opposite side. These are more secure than standard locks, since they can easily be locked from the inside, but someone without the proper key will not be able to open it from the outside, even using techniques such as lock picking.
Combination locks
Similar to the locks you find on many high security safes, combination locks are typically used on lockers located within offices, and are effective for keeping smaller items of value locked away securely.
Cam locks
Often used in cabinets and drawers, these locks are certainly not high security, and wouldn’t stand up to a criminals efforts to break the lock and access the space. However, they are useful for locking away items that are not particularly important, and can be a deterrent for employee theft, for example.
Access control locks
Just as their name suggests, these locks help you to control who accesses a certain building or space, and are often used in office buildings to ensure that only employees with the right to enter, are permitted to. These systems are effective because no criminal can use tools to gain entry when they’re in place, and while you may prefer the idea of physical locking systems, it might be time to embrace technology and modernize your office security with a state-of-the-art access control system.
To know more about control systems, have a chat with a commercial locksmith, and while you’re at it, have them assess the entire building for any security vulnerabilities that may be present, and which can be fixed with their help.
Never underestimate the cunning and sheer determination of criminals, and even if you think your office space is secure, it pays to check it every once in a while for the sake of your business and employees. Schedule a site assessment with a commercial locksmith today, and give yourself the peace of mind that only a security expert can truly afford you.
