A Guide to Caravan Security and Safety

STEP 1: Security Check

Immobilise your caravan, even when you stop only briefly.

Make sure your caravan can't be towed away by following these simple tips:

Lock the coupling head into a cover using a good- quality hitchlock. Hitchlocks give a reasonable degree of protection from the opportunist thief.
Use locking-wheel nuts and a good-quality clamp on the caravan wheels.
Think about securing each corner steady by using a good-quality padlock and make sure it has a short shackle to prevent thieves from cutting through it.
If you use a chain, make sure it's a strong, heavy- duty one.
You may also want to have a tracking device fitted, allowing the police or system operator to track the caravan if it is stolen.

Make your caravan secure. You can take the following simple steps to stop thieves breaking into your caravan:

Have a reliable alarm fitted and remember to turn it on whenever you leave your caravan, even if it is only for a short time.
Always close doors, windows and any roof light when you leave your caravan - even if it's only for a short time.
Always lock your caravan and take your keys with you. At home, always.