Protecting A Farm From Fuel Theft
Fuel is a valuable asset to your farm, used for all manner of daily activities from heating farmhouses and storage areas, to powering heavy machinery and transport vehicles. Protecting such a crucial area of your business should be prioritised, with plenty of practical ways to do so, guaranteed to offer peace of mind. Whether you store fuel in a large secure area already, or you have only recently decided to prioritise the protection of your oil, none of the following methods will be overly expensive or inconvenient. Northern Oil provide a personable, knowledgeable and professional service, with all commercial fuel needs, agricultural and domestic uses accounted for. Searching for professional oil distributors? We’re just a click away.
Continue reading for helpful advice on protecting your farm from fuel theft, including tips on concealing your red diesel supply and effectively locking tractor oll storage.
Lock Up And Install Alarms
As obvious as it may be, securely locking a fuel supply and installing an alarm system is just one of the important actions to take when considering security measures. The presence of a visible alarm system will likely deter an intruder, and a secure lock will make access more difficult. Fuel is a valuable resource, therefore theft is surprisingly common. These initial steps will go some way towards enhancing the protection available for your supply.
CCTV Systems
A functional CCTV system will not only act as a deterrent to would-be criminals, but may also assist in catching a perpetrator should an intruder enter your premises. CCTV will most often come equipped with night vision capabilities, and will be capable of recording and storing movement within a specified range throughout the hours. Talk with a member of the team at Northern Oil if you have any concerns about agricultural fuel theft.
Conceal Or Hide
Concealing your fuel supply could be as simple as adding walls and obstructions to the surrounding area, though you should be careful to comply with safety regulations at all times concerning fire hazards. Leave enough space to allow for delivery access and maintenance, but position the tank in such a way that it is difficult to spot and away from flammable objects.
Keep An Inventory
Keeping a fuel inventory by regularly checking fuel levels will help you to easily spot if oil levels drop dramatically without explanation, and this could indicate that your fuel supply has been accessed by someone without your knowledge. A fuel monitoring device can make this easier, and performing checks on a daily basis will give you the earliest possible suggestion that fuel is low, causing minimal disruption to farming tasks.
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