Council house door locks

[KL SNA 10]

All

 

Our crime reduction officer has asked for the following info to be posted which may help....and adds to existing posts.

 

Euro-cylinder Lock ‘snapping’ advice.....

 

Euro-cylinder locks are present on the majority of UPVC doors South Yorkshire Police are aware that some offenders have developed a method of overcoming them to then gain access into a home.

We have worked with ACPO Secured by Design and trade authorities such as the British Standards Institute to positively address this matter. Other organisations such as the Door & Hardware Federation, the Master Locksmiths Association in developing solutions to this matter.

There are now two nationally recognised standards for euro-cylinder locks – TS 007 and the Sold Secure Diamond Standard. Locks achieving either of these two standards have been tested to a higher level and in the same way that an offender may test them in reality.

TS 007 is accompanied by a star rating system and cylinders can either achieve a 1 or 3 star rating, 3 stars providing the higher level of protection. Door handles are also tested to TS 007 standards and can achieve a 2 star rating. Therefore, fitting a 3 star cylinder and a 2 star handle enables the maximum level of security provided by the TS 007 testing process (5 stars).

The minimum level of security you should look to achieve is 3 stars, which could either be done by fitting a 3 star cylinder on its own or by fitting a 1 star cylinder in combination with a 2 star handle. A 3 star cylinder is the preferred option given it provides the maximum level of security for a lock under the TS 007 testing process.

Top 5 tips:

1. Look to upgrade your euro-cylinder locks if they have not achieved a 3 star rating under the TS 007 testing process or the Sold Secure Diamond Standard

2. Enhanced security handles achieving a 2 star rating under TS 007 should also be considered

3. Euro-cylinder locks can be changed by yourself, but you will need to measure them properly to ensure they are the right size for your door. They should not be fitted so that they are left protruding from the door unit or handle. There are many references that can be found online with a short demonstrations of how to remove, measure, and refit these types of locks.

4. If you are going to ask some one to upgrade your locks for you consider using the Master Locksmiths Association http://www.locksmiths.co.uk/, accredited locksmith or a target-hardening organisation such as Sheffield Stay Put Handy Persons Service http://www.yorkshirehousing.co.uk/home-improvement/sheffield. Obtain 3 quotes for the fitting of new locks to the standards referenced above and pick the one that best suits your circumstances

5. You may also be able to fit a safety T-Bar. The Safe T Bar is a security device designed specifically for UPVC doors. It has the same purpose as conventional door safety chains - allowing the occupant to see the person wishing to enter the home before fully opening the door. Like wise Sash Jammers offer quick and convenient additional security to windows and doors in your home. Non-handed and works on any door or window, open in or open out. They can be fitted on UPVC or timber and offer greater security enhancement to often-weak areas like French doors.

However, checks must be made with the supplier so that fitting additional locks do not invalidate any warranty on your door or windows.

 

Thanks

 

Inspector Darren Starkey

[Lock-Guy 10]

Here's a handy guide on how to measure and fit euro cylinders...

 

[BHRemovals 10]

I imagine they will be the cheapest.

[phardwick 10]

For anyone unsure of which locks they have currently fitted, I am available to come and check and give quotation for supply and fit of lock if necessary.

 

The locks that I supply are- Anti-Bump, Anti-Snap, Anti-Pick and Anti-Drill.

 

Paul Hardwick- 07884115302

[Lock-Guy 10]

Anti this, that and the other means nothing, tested and passed Sold Secure Diamond, TS007 3 star or 1 star with 2 star handles is what is required... So beware of cheap locks that claim to have the features.... If the manufacturer has not put them through rigorous tests how can you be sure they are secure?

 

Cheap for a reason.

[retrogo 10]

Hi there,

 

I purchased the following

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111159906640?var=410209708445&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

[jgcomp 10]

I bought mine from here:

 

http://www.abloyshop.co.uk/avocet-abs-mk3-anti-snap-locks-13-c.asp

[Narden Dee 10]

I fitted a chain and a door stay to mine. Our security is more important than their red tape.

 

The use of chains are not officially allowed as they impede exit in the case of fire (egress from a property is more important than security, property can be replaced lives cannot) also the majority of the bumped locks are on uPVC doors the council main doors are composite doors and frame.

It's easier to kick a door in / break the glass than bump a lock the media make it look as though it's a piece of ****

[funkymum2 10]

I think tge new doors the council have put in are c**p mine has been reported 4 times as its very loose but they dont seem bothered