Is a mobile storage container secure? Check out these tips to keep your inventory safe.
There are many reasons you could need at least one mobile storage container for your business. It could be the holiday season, you might be preparing for a special event, or you might need extra storage space during a building renovation. Mobile storage containers are sturdy already, but are they really secure? Here is how to amplify security for mobile storage containers.
Placement & Accessibility
Where should you place your mobile storage container? That is a huge part of what makes it more or less safe. Do not put it near the edge of your commercial property, even if it has a fence. Keep it on level ground in a place with ample security lighting, visibility, and accessibility for the truck that will eventually pick it up again if you are renting.
Locks & Access Control
All mobile storage containers should have secure locks. It should not be easy to break into a mobile storage container. It is also important to have strict access control measures in place so that only select people have access at all times.
Security Lighting & Cameras
As mentioned, security lighting is a great help for outdoor storage units. Flood lights or street lights that remain lit throughout the night help out already; if necessary, you could also install security lighting in the area.
Proper Organization
You are not just protecting your inventory from theft, but also from damage from the elements or accidents. Contain and organize your inventory accordingly, creating a way to reach items farther back in the container, such as a central path.
Regular Inspections
Don’t neglect problems with your mobile storage unit or miss them. Conduct routine inspections to check that everything is secure and working well. After all, it is your business’s inventory you need to secure!
Mobile Storage Containers in the Mid-Atlantic Region
Evan Transportation is a full-service trucking company that offers regional trucking services, truck trailer rentals, and commercial storage solutions. You can count on Evan Transportation for mobile storage container sales and leasing, warehousing, self-storage, and more.
Our shipping containers are high-quality, constructed with security in mind. We can deliver the container to your location or let you pick it up from ours. If you have any questions about our commercial storage services, please contact us today!
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