Thieves are always looking for easy targets. Do not you and your boat an easy target. Always follow these simple steps:

• Never leave anything valuable on screen, however small and insignificant it may seem. Value Thieves steal first and think later.

• Do not leave anything loose in cockpit or on deck.

• Do not leave the key in the ignition of the motor – always take with you.

• Keep your boat keys separate from the keys of the engine.

• Keep always your boat locked when no one on board, even for a short time.

• Use strong padlocks or rim locks on all your hatches, the points entry and cockpit lockers.

• Constantly check and improve security in his boat. It's a good idea to fit an alarm and use a clear label to say that there is one.

• Make sure your cockpit lockers can be properly closed, and make sure your main hatch and fore-hatch are strong.

• Also think about having a safe below. If you do not think that something is safe, get it fixed.

IMPROVE YOUR SAFETY

Once you have attached to the side, always make a quick security check before going ashore.

Always:

• Lock anything valuable in sight in a closet Deposit secured by a strong padlock.

• Block emergency money away from other valuables.

• Keep your curtains closed so anyone can look inward

• Keep unused cables, fenders and other items out of sight in his cabin, lockers and cupboards – and always lock them.

• Ensure that their life raft and outboard motor are secure, as they are valuable and attractive to boat thieves.

• When you call the police immediately and tell the port captain or manager of the shipyard. Make sure your boat is still seaworthy and has not been severely damaged.

• And, if you can verify that no neighboring vessels are broken into as well.

• Meet other owners of boats in its marina and work together to maintain the safe harbor. You can do the following:

• Keep an eye on other boats, and the own.

• Report any strangers at the marina at the harbor or the YARDMASTER.

• Do not give her access card Marina or password to others.

• Never tell anyone your access code to the marina.

• Do not let strangers into the marina, however real they may seem.

• Keep the door closed at all times marina.

Do not hesitate to act on these recommendations today. Morning may be too late. Always remember that thinking, planning and the intentions are good but to achieve anything you must take action. Please do today!

About the Author:

Bill Wallmuller is the founder of Merokee Enterprises has joined the war on crime. Please visit http://www.personal-defense-technology.com.

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