HOW TO PREVENT A BUSINESS LOCKOUT?
Locked out of the office is not something you can’t predict either. It could come at the most inconvenient time, and that is why you need a plan. A lockout plan includes all the details of how to gain access to your facility in case of an emergency, such as in the event that the locks are broken or keys are lost. It should include multiple fallback options that can be executed quickly, which may save hours of valuable productivity.
Spare Keys
If you are a business owner, it is important to have a set of spare keys with you at all times. Having a set of keys makes it easier to access your place of business and therefore prevent any unnecessary lockouts. They can also come in handy when something unexpected happens that prevents you from arriving at your place of business. Some examples include forgetting your keys or accidentally locking yourself out while running an errand, etc.
Employee Directory
Having every employee’s contact information can be a huge asset during a business lockout. Someone with outside access must always be on standby when everyone is inexplicably locked out of the office. If they were not able to provide their personal phone number or email address, then it is best if they take advantage of the pre-loaded directory in their phone. It is still possible to find someone’s personal contact details using this method, but doing so may take much longer.
Accessible Tools
Whether you are locking yourself out of your business, or someone else is locked out, certain tools can help out tremendously during a business lockout. However, there are two prerequisites before taking this approach. First, you need access to these tools. And second, you must learn how to use them correctly.
Office Security
Annually, businesses spend an enormous amount of time and money on annual holidays, and carelessly lock themselves out of their own building. Most companies can have locksmiths right away at a moment’s notice to unlock their doors and allow access back inside. However, many businesses do not realize that locks can be failing during normal use and may need to be replaced immediately.
Commercial Locksmith
When you’re locked out of your business, an hour can feel like a lifetime. At that point, all you want to do is get back in and start taking care of business. That’s why having access to a commercial locksmith service that can help you 24/7 is so important. Our commercial locksmiths are mobile technicians, so they come straight to your location within 15-30 minutes and they can end your business lockout in as little as 25-30 minutes. We offer flat rates and free estimates over the phone so you know exactly what the job will cost before it starts.