Break-ins and theft can occur in the self storage industry. The CSSA Whitepaper "Theft & Break-ins" assists operators in managing the impact from these criminal activities by providing step-by-step guides to implement on site and a detailed look into thefts in self storage.
ONTARIO, Canada, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Thefts and break-ins are a reality in self storage. To help operators understand and minimize their impacts the CSSA has released a whitepaper intended to help enhance security and provide considerations of what to do once a break-in has occurred.
Theft is the second most common source of claims in self storage and unfortunately media has created a façade that storage units hold much more valuable contents than what is actually inside. Different types of perpetrators will approach a theft in unique ways, from how they gain access, how they scope the job, and how the crime itself is done. If it does happen, staff should know the correct steps to take next whether it's a unit or a vehicle.
Along with being reactive, there should be a proactive approach at facilities by having the appropriate security measures in place to prevent thefts and break-ins. From acquiring the appropriate information and vigilant staff to surveillance systems and alarms, self storage operators should be diligent in the protocols and systems they implement to protect the site.
To assist operators and staff in a reactive and proactive approach, David Allan of Apple Self Storage and Robert Madsen of U-Lock Mini Storage have authored the whitepaper "Theft & Break-ins". The whitepaper provides information on thefts and step-by-step guides on what to do if they happen, as well as how to prevent them in the first place.
To access the full Thefts and Break-ins Whitepaper visit http://www.cssa.ca
To contact either David Allan or Robert Madsen:
David Allan
VP Business Development & Acquisition
Apple Self Storage
[email protected]
Robert Madsen
President
U-Lock Mini Storage Group
[email protected]
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MORE ABOUT APPLE SELF STORAGE
Known for having the best managed self storage facilities in Canada, Apple Self Storage strives to deliver a genuine and authentically great experience across every one of its 40+ facilities. The family-owned company has established close bonds with the communities in which it operates through regular pursuit of opportunities to assist organizations that enrich them. It has done so since their very first facility opened in 1975. Apple Self Storage is actively looking to expand their third party management platform as well as expanding through acquisitions and new developments.
For more information about Storage Units, please visit http://www.applestorage.com
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MORE ABOUT U-Lock Mini Storage
Founded by the Madsen family in 1978, U-Lock Mini Storage is a portfolio of premium self storage facilities serving the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. Regarded as pioneers of Canada's self storage industry, the Madsen's founded their first facility in Vancouver's historic Yaletown district in 1978. From there, they went on to be involved in the development and / or operation of over 22 facilities in Western Canada. Today, the family still owns and operates 6 premium U-Lock self storage facilities in Burnaby, White Rock, Chilliwack, Nanaimo, Victoria, and Parksville. The company continues to expand their portfolio through strategic acquisitions, development, and new product offerings.
For more information, please visit http://www.selfstorage.ca/
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MORE ABOUT CSSA
The Canadian Self Storage Association (CSSA) invites self storage owners and vendors to join. Members will benefit from leadership, information, products, networking, services and government representation. Seemingly simple changes in legislation can have devastating impacts to our self-storage industry. Only through the collective lobbying efforts of an association which represents our industry (i.e. strength in numbers), will we be able to combat these issues as they arise.
For more information, please visit http://www.cssa.ca/
Media Contact
David Allan, Apple Self Storage, 1 647-993-9866, [email protected]
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