Dear KSS Clients

The impact of the uMngeni Municipality endorsed UCSI SNIPR camera project has been incredibly positive in our communities. See this week’s Village Talk for the KSS Crime Update.

Incident Summary (crime and other)
There were 2 incidents in Hilton. There was 1 incident in Merrivale. There was 1 incident in Cedara.

KSS Incidents 25 – 30 September 2019
27 Sept 2019 03:06 Old Howick Road (Hilton) The KSS Control Room received a panic activation. A KSS Response unit was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that access was gained via a wooden door and a TV was stolen. SAPS were advised and took over the incident from KSS. A case was opened with SAPS.

28 Sept 2019 12:10 Boston Bulwer Road (Merrivale) The KSS Control Room received a call from a resident to advise that items had been stolen. A KSS Operations Manager reported to the site to assist. The KSS Control Room advised the resident’s security company about the incident.

30 Sept 2019 01:14 Penny Lane (Hilton) The KSS Control Room received a call from a client requesting assistance as his dogs were restless. A KSS Response unit was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that the fence had been cut but that nothing was stolen. The Client advised no need for SAPS.

30 Sept 2019 14:50 D546 (Cedara) The KSS Control Room received a panic activation. A KSS Response unit was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that the fence had been cut. There were also broken windows but no access was gained. SAPS were advised and reported to site. KSS handed the incident over to SAPS.

Have a safe week.

Kind regards
Gary and the KSS Team

Dear KSS Clients

KSS Operations staff are on the ball. More suspects were apprehend this week and handed over to SAPS. Alert KSS Officers also noticed and assisted in extinguishing fires on client’s premises.

Fire safety
Almost 99% of all fires are caused by human negligence. They are mostly caused by electrical faults or carelessness. Cigarettes, matches and lighters, candles, heating appliances and open braai fires can all cause fires if not carefully monitored. But it is not only human error that causes fires. Environmental factors such as changing weather patterns and urban spread increase the risk of fires, with the effects and level of damage often being felt more severely.

To prevent the loss of lives and property, everyone needs to be aware of the dangers of fire, especially during fire season this winter. Here are some tips to stay fire safe:

• Always extinguish fires and safely dispose of hot ash, coal and cigarettes.
• Ensure that your electrical appliances are correctly wired.
• Don’t overload power points and switch off appliances when not in use.
• Make sure gas appliances are correctly installed.
• Keep the area around your home and business clear of flammable materials (dry bush, scrub etc…)
• Never leave an open fire unattended (braai, in the fireplace at home, garden refuse etc…)
• Always make sure that you are alert in the kitchen when cooking and don’t leave the stove unattended.
• Talk with all family members about a fire escape plan and practice the plan.
• Clean the lint filter of your tumble dryer each and every time you use it.
• Take extra care when using heaters and electric blankets. Do not leave them on unattended.
• Always work in an open, cleared area when working with power tools.
• Make sure your business fire safety plan is clear and that you have your fire extinguishers serviced regularly.
• Buy a small fire extinguisher from a reputable dealer to keep in your home – note the correct way to use it and ensure that it has not expired.
• Familiarize yourself with emergency numbers in the event of a fire and medical emergency OR call the KSS 24/7 Control Room on 033 3305911.

Remember …. You are Safer with Us!