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Security

FOURWAYS

GARDENS ESTATE

TO BENEFIT FROM

SAFECITY INITIATIVE

t 24/7 Security Services, we Vehicle Safety Tips
believe it is no longer sustainable Officer of the Month Incidents of vehicle theft and theft
to create islands of safe suburbs out of vehicles continue to rise. 24/7
Ain a sea of criminal activity. As a Security urges vehicle owners to take the
responsible security services provider, we necessary precautions when driving and
have joined the SafeCity initiative, which parking in public spaces.
will address the dramatic increase in crime
through collaborative efforts in technology • Avoid parking your vehicle where
and manpower. no security officers or car guards are
present.
Video management specialist, Vumacam, • Ensure that the doors, windows, and
recently launched the SafeCity initiative boot are properly closed and locked
to light up, install and maintain 1 850 new before you walk away. Always double-
cameras across Johannesburg. Three hundred check to avoid remote car jamming.
and fifty new installations will cover under- Our Officer of the Month is Sam • Close your windows when driving in
protected areas, such as Alexandra, Soweto Maduna. busy areas.
and Diepsloot; as well as strategic, critical • Do not open your windows for hawkers
public infrastructure; and areas targeted by Sam is the assistant manager who along the road or at an intersection.
criminals, such as the Braamfontein Spruit.
joined Fourways Gardens in June. • When driving, keep the doors locked,
He has been complimented by a and your windows closed at all times.
Vumacam, which controls one of SA's resident for his rapid response when • Avoid displaying anything valuable
largest technology-driven CCTV networks, he received a report that the resident such as a handbag, briefcase, cell
supports the Eyes and Ears Initiative (E2) had spilled very acidic chemicals phone or laptop in full view on the
– an official, coordinated, joint crime- on himself. Sam contacted the fire seats. Instead, lock your valuables in
fighting collaboration between the South department and EMS and his quick the boot.
African Police Service, Business Against reaction helped to save the resident’s • Familiarise yourself with your route
Crime South Africa (BACSA) and the private life. As new as Sam is to the Fourways before embarking on your trip.
security industry. 24/7 Security is a proud Gardens security operations, he is • Always be vigilant and observe your
member of E2. already endearing himself to the area. If you notice something suspicious
residents and winning their hearts when parking your vehicle, report it to
We believe that clients will benefit directly through the outstanding service that security or the centre management.
from our substantial financial investment he is providing.
in the SafeCity initiative as it will help to
create a safer Joburg beyond the boundaries
of secure suburbs. This value-add benefit
will have a far-reaching impact, as it is to
everybody's advantage to develop and
maintain a safe city. SEE SOMETHING, SAY
To find out more, visit:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8l0uCuuv9l0 << SOMETHING:

Please report all security-related matters immediately,
without delay.

A delay in reporting = a delay in resolution.
Onsite Control Contact details:
011 465 5466 or 076 200 5280

Fourways Gardens • 2 • September 2022