Re-fuel vehicles just before the planned journey rather than leaving a vehicle fully fuelled overnight.
Park vehicles in areas that are well lit so they can be observed easily
Use secure parking areas or compounds when vehicles are parked overnight, in particular vehicles not parked at their operating base.
Consider the use of alarms. This could be on the vehicles themselves or for the perimeter of the parking/storage area. Improve lighting and focus on vulnerable areas.
Fit anti-syphoning devices.
Install or confirm existing CCTV is fit for purpose, and train a camera on tanks and vulnerable vehicles.
Install cages and/or improve security that surrounds fuel storage tanks
Consider using ‘bunded’ fuel tanks if your existing storage facility is not of that type.
Consider the deployment of fuel dyes
Commercial companies could consider fuel cards rather than storing fuel.
Use defensive parking techniques, wherever possible park vehicles against solid objects on the fuel tank side to prevent access.
Remove portable storage from sight (barrels, drums etc.) or make them secure.
Consider installing fuel cap alarms –wireless transmitters can be placed inside the screw cap of the fuel tank. A magnetic switch on the device sets off an alarm if the cap is opened or tampered with. More advanced systems can be linked to security lighting or send a text message to the owners or security provider. An isolation switch allows authorized access to the tank for refueling.
Mark sure gates and compounds are locked and secure, consider fitting an anti-attack cover for the lock.
Do not leave keys in or near a vehicle or easily able to be found to facilitate theft.
Arrange for vehicle & premise checks outside of normal working hours.
Agricultural sites should consider portable refueling systems that can be locked in secure storage areas and not left in fields or stock yards.
Use appropriate signage at the entrances where security devices are being used. It will act as a deterrent.
