Business premises security

Secure your business to prevent theft and unwanted visitors and learn how to report a break-in to your property.

Key crime prevention tips

To protect your business:

Crime prevention tips to keep your business property secure.

To prepare your property:

Keep interior lights turned on at night.
Install exterior lights at entry points and covering the boundary. Consider sensor lights.
Keep trees and shrubs trimmed.
Ensure fences and gates are well-built, maintained and secured.
Install good quality locks. Check locks weekly for damage.
Install bollards, heavy planters, roller doors or security bars over all points of entry.
Keep the boundary clear of potential climbing aids.

To secure the building:

install cameras and a monitored alarm system
display the business name and shop number so emergency services can find your property
install solid doors inside and at entry points
fit external doors with steel door jambs
lock doors to staff only areas
reinforce windows with shatter resistant film or laminated glass
display signs indicating the presence of a security system.

If your business has been broken into:

For emergencies, to report a crime in progress, or for immediate police attendance, call Triple Zero (000).

For non-emergencies, call the Police Assistance Line on 131 444 or report online at Police Assistance Line and Online Reporting.

Your local police station can connect you to counselling and support services.

You may be eligible for financial help through the Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT).

Help can be for counselling, medical expenses, and loss of earnings. To apply, visit Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal.

VOCAT does not provide compensation for lost or damaged property.

Explore how Victoria Police works with businesses to maintain safety in the workplace and prevent crime.

Updated 28 May 2024