Fuel tanks should be visible from the house to increase the chance of a thief being seen

Use motion-sensor security lighting and consider installing a motion-sensor alarm in this area

Use locking fuel caps and fit anti-siphoning devices

Focus CCTV cameras on the tank

Install cages or plant prickly plants around the tanks. It is important to screen your tank so that it cannot be seen from the road

Install a fuel tank alarm – either one that triggers when the cap is tampered with or one that alerts the owner when the fuel level suddenly drops. More advanced systems can be linked to security lighting or send a text message to alert the owner

The police can only recommend products that have been attack tested and come with the Secured by Design Police Preferred Specification accreditation. The following two websites have a range of these suitable security products: Secured by Design – Secured by Design and Sold Secure – Security Product Testing & Approval

For further information and advice please see the online guide written by Secured by Design: Fuel