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Windows

Always remember to give yourself a means of escape – ensure that you can get out of your home quickly in the event of a fire.
  • Sash stops prevent someone from opening a sash window enough to climb through.
  • Key-operated locks are recommended for all other window types and any ground floor or accessible windows (unless they are being used as a means of escape).
  • Window opening restrictors allow you to ventilate your home, but ensure they cannot be disengaged from outside.
  • Laminated glazing or security film is also recommended.
  • Window locks are only effective if used, so always check that they are locked before you leave your home or go to bed.
  • Consider additional security for any windows that could be easily reached by someone climbing from below.
Roof Light Window Sliding Sash Window Tilt Window Casement Cut Window

Secured by Design products that meet the Police Preferred Specification of performance demonstrating that they are resistant to criminal attack, can be found by using the search function found here: Secured by Design - Search

If you are replacing your windows always consider a security accredited product to a standard such as PAS 24:2022 as these windows are tested to British Standards and are insurance approved. Secured by Design accredit such products.