According to statistics by the Construction Equipment Association (CEA), data showed a 50 per cent jump in the theft of construction machines from UK sites shut down due to coronavirus. Even though most sites are now operational again, the threat of theft remains. Here, Ian Chapman, product specialist at exclusive Cat equipment and parts dealer, Finning UK & Ireland, explains how to keep your equipment safe and secure by thinking like a criminal. The theft of heavy machine equipment from construction sites is prolific. It is estimated that the industry loses £800 million a year from theft and associated costs, such as having to buy or hire replacement equipment, loss of business, penalty fees for late delivery of projects and increased insurance premiums. The reasons criminals target construction sites though is obvious: plentiful opportunity, low risk and high financial reward. Construction firms, however, can take proactive measures to protect their equipment, prevent theft and reduce the financial loss that results.
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