Keep personal valuables with you or locked away in a drawer or cupboard, never leave them unattended. Secret' hiding places don't remain secret for long. Never label keys with a room number. Inform the nearest Security Desk if keys are lost or stolen, so that immediate remedial action can be taken to secure the room.
Thieves can be in and out of unattended rooms in less than a minute .
Have computer equipment and printers security marked with the University postcode and have it secured to the desk using a steel enclosure and a good padlock. Keep the disks out of sight and secured away when the office is unoccupied. Lock away any laptop computers, other portable expensive equipment and confidential material when not in use. Never assume that someone is a student or member of staff. Do not discuss confidential matters or routines in front of visitors.