Why is it so important to include locks and keys in the security system?

Why is it so important to include locks and keys in the security system of our homes?

“Most burglars reported entering open windows or doors or forcing windows or doors open. Only about one in eight burglars reported picking locks or using a key that they had previously acquired to gain entry” (Alarm.org). These security risks are so common yet easy to eliminate.

Why are locks and keys important?

The systematic control of locks and keys is one of the most important components of any security program. Without proper key control, locks provide little deterrence to illegal or unauthorized entry into a facility.

What is the purpose of a security lock?

High security locks are designed to provide a greater level of protection against the primary methods of attack that are employed by criminals, saboteurs, and spies – both outside of a protected area and from within by employees, service personnel, or those who may have or gain access to one or more locks.