As the arable farming season is now well underway Police Scotland would like to highlight the need to protect our farming communities against theft, one of the most impactful items farmers are targeted for are GPS units. 

Remember, where possible to: 

Remove GPS Units: and store them securely overnight.  

Use PINs: Activate PIN security on GPS kit with your own unique number if available and advertise such use on the machinery to alert any would be thief of its use.  
 

Mark or Etch Device: Security marking your GPS equipment using a Secured by Design recognised forensic asset marking or etching kit is a highly effective theft prevention method.  

Keep Vehicles Hidden: Keep tractors and combines out of sight – preferably in a locked shed when not in use.  

Record Serial Numbers: and take colour photographs from several angles and additionally take videos with a smart phone if possible 

Consider Grilles: Secured by Design approved grilles and shutters will also add a valuable layer of security to remote farm buildings.  
 
Be vigilant: Report sightings of suspicious activity in any fields and farmyards to the police and rural crime teams.  

Farm Office: If you are storing the GPS units in a farm office, then consider the security standards of any doors and windows to these premises.  

 
For more detailed advice go to:  

Secured by Design – Theft of GPS Tractor Systems or Contact us – Police Scotland 

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