Shannon Chamber is relaunching Shannon Business Watch, the crime prevention programme designed by An Garda Síochána, whereby the Gardaí and the business community come together to prevent and reduce crime. This initiative will provide businesses in Shannon with a platform to share information, best practices, and discuss issues that directly impact their local business environment.
How Business Watch Works
Members of a Business Watch scheme share a number of common activities:
- They look out for crime or any suspicious situation that would indicate crime is being committed in or around the ‘Watch’ area.
- They report what they see or suspect immediately to the Gardaí and to other members of Business Watch through the lines of contact provided by the scheme.
- They work closely with their local Gardaí (in Shannon’s case Garda Maeve Heelan) to ensure their premises are as secure as possible.
- They mark company property as a crime prevention measure.
- They discuss common challenges faced by businesses, such as anti-social behaviour, security systems, and other relevant concerns that affect day-to-day operations.
Why Get Involved?
- Enhanced Security: By joining forces, we can work together to tackle security issues more effectively, helping to create a safer business environment in Shannon.
- Valuable Networking: The Business Watch initiative will foster a stronger sense of community and collaboration between local businesses. Together, we can leverage each other’s knowledge and experience to enhance the overall business landscape.
- Expert Support: With the involvement of Gardaí, your business will have access to expert advice on various security matters, including the latest trends in cyber threats, physical security measures, and more.
- WhatsApp Group: A dedicated WhatsApp group will be set up for real-time communication among participating businesses. This will serve as a fast and efficient conduit for sharing important information, alerts, and updates on any local security matters.
We are currently liaising closely with Garda Maeve Heelan, who is assisting us is setting up the group and will provide expert guidance on topics such as cyber security, safety protocols, and more.
If you are focused on ensuring a safe and secure environment for your business and the wider community, this is an opportunity for you to get involved
How to Get Involved:
This initiative is open to all Shannon Chamber members. If you are interested in participating or would like to learn more about Business Watch, please join us for this briefing which will take place in Lufthansa Technique Turbine Shannon.
Brendan Roche, Quality-EHS-Training Manager at Lufthansa Technik Turbine Shannon will chair the Shannon Business Watch Scheme.