Crime Prevention

CRIME PREVENTION

Crime is Committed

WHEN there is the presence of:
1. Ability, 2. Desire on the part of the offender, and 3. Opportunity for the offender to carry out the crime.

For A Crime To Happen

Convergence in time and space of three elements: (1) A suitable target, (2) Absence of a capable guardian against crime, and (3) A likely offender

Target Hardening

Concept of reducing the opportunity for an offender to carry outa crime. Examples secure doors, alarm systems, adequate lighting, protected access control, patrol and clocking, CCTV surveillance, etc

Training

Training is the life blood of crime prevention. Proper training is the root of efficiency to create awareness, competency and adeptness in crime prevention.

Operational Failures

A strong management commitment to deter crime by employing policies and procedures and technology to reduce the organization’s susceptibility to crime