Don't let them in .....

In order to keep security tight in your building where you have a main door with a door entry system here as some suggestions -

• If you don't know the person who has "buzzed" your buzzer. DON'T let them in.
• If they say they are after a specific flat and they are getting no response. Suggest they telephone the person in question. Most have a mobile phone now. Of course if they are getting no reply from the flat in question. It is pointless you letting them in as there is clearly no one in. DON'T let them in.
• Often Gas Suppliers will call saying they are from "British Gas" or it is about the "Gas". DON'T let them in. If there was a problem with your gas it would be your gas provider at the door and you would be expecting them. Or it could be the council. Typically these people try to frighten the vulnerable into switching to their gas company. They are sales people and on a commission. They have probably buzzed every flat and you were the only one who answered. Once in. They will then knock on every door. The same happens with the telephone & electric.
  
• DON'T let anyone into your home without being sure they are who they say they are. Most people like the meter readers or council will have a Name Badge. If in doubt take there name and ring their company to get confirmation. They can wait outside until you are happy about their identity. If they get short tempered. Close the door and do not let them in. Those that are genuine will not mind you checking up on them.
• If in doubt call the Police (999).
  
• Invest in a shredder. A machine that will shred all your confidential documents bank statements etc. That you would normally throw out in the bin.