Security is a big issue for community associations. A high profile crime can point a spotlight on potential liabilities and holes in your current program. We recently came across a good article listing the Top 10 Security Mistakes Homeowners Associations Make from SecurityNet.Com
Here's their Top 10 list:
- Not Conducting a Security Survey, Audit, or Assessment
- Implementing the Wrong Thing
- Ignoring Premises Liability Law
- Installing Dumb Security Measures
- Depending on CCTV
- Having HOA Members Provide Security Services
- No Service Contract
- Not Taking Advantage of CPTED “Crime Prevention through Environmental Design”
- System Grows Like Topsy
- Ignoring Building Codes
The complete article, with commentary on each of these items can be found on the SecurityNet Website
If you have questions about the insurance implications of your Association's security policies, contact one of our Association Specialists today.
