Includes information on:

Undertaking a comprehensive risk assessment for a home.

Understanding and dealing with the requirements of the home insurance industry.

How to recognize and deal with bogus callers.

Perimeter and boundary protection by natural methods [such as hedges and foliage] and physical security devices - fences, gates and locks.

A guide to the variety of electronic security systems available, and CCTV.

Lighting and signalling of intrusion, such as alarms and video systems.

Tables, charts and photos to illustrate the practical application of security principles.

Checklists for security planning and glossary of terms.

Relevant data from the Building Regulations.