Load shedding in 2021 – test your alarm’s battery today
South Africa faces the significant prospect of extended periods of load shedding for the immediate future, amidst challenges faced by Eskom to maintain its network and also meet the nation’s power demands. Energy expert Ted Blom warned that he expects a real likelihood of Eskom needing to implement stage 8 of load shedding before winter. […]
Give the best gift you can give in Valentine’s Month
Valentine’s Month is a chance to focus on love and on the people we love. It is a chance to think again on what we can do to keep them safe, from crime and from anything that might put them in harm’s way. “There is a lot to worry about in 2021, but at the […]
License Plate Recognition cameras puts another four suspects behind bars
The increase in crime has prompted many communities to take a more proactive stance regarding their local security requirements. License Plate Recognition technology cameras, which were erected at the end of last year is already paying dividends. According to Wahl Bartmann, CEO for Fidelity Services Group, the cameras picked up a vehicle at Southgate Mall […]
Access to property critical in case of emergency
Starting a new year is always a good idea to switch around the codes on your security devices, particularly if you have changed tenants or have new domestic staff on the property. But, the cardinal rule is to ensure you alert your security provider to these changes. Ensuring your security profile is up to date […]
Don’t ignore an overactive security system
The sound of an alarm going off or an electric fence “buzzing” is not uncommon in most suburbs, considering the majority of homes are protected from the perimeter inwards with security systems. These systems need to be regularly checked and properly maintained or their function to protect your home and loved ones could turn into […]
Tracking technology has to continually evolve to keep ahead of syndicates
Vehicle and related load theft continues to be a major issue in SA. SAPS second quarter Crime Stats clearly illustrate that although there was a definite decline during lockdown, crime trends started to reverse and have slowly returned to normal levels as lockdown eased. By July this year, insurers and tracking companies reported vehicle theft […]
HAC sanitisation a success
Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and the risks associated with the virus, Hillcrest Aids Centre (HAC) recently received assistance from the Fidelity Services Group, who provided a complete sanitisation of their facilities. “We have strong relationships with various community organisations throughout the Durban area and were recently approached by their team for assistance,” explains Fidelity ADT’s […]
Staycation or vacation ensure your alarm does its job
With several Covid-19 restrictions still in place many families may opt for a staycation instead of vacation this festive season. If this is the case, you could be doing your home a favour. The most significant benefit to a staycation is that your home will not be unoccupied for a period of time for criminals […]
A secure suburb is everyone’s responsibility |
If you find yourself in the market for a new home or a rental, one of the prime considerations will be how safe the suburb is. Security estates and boomed areas are one of the safer options, because they offer residents rigid security protocols which are to the benefit of everyone in the complex. While […]
Another tracking company comments on new high end car scam
Fidelity SecureDrive has added its voice to other major vehicle tracking companies reports this week about a new car theft scam in South Africa that appears to be targeting high-end cars. Wahl Bartmann, Group CEO for Fidelity Services Group confirmed this week that while they have not received any reports from SecureDrive customers to date, […]