Vehicle Safety | Security and Emergency Management Services | Seneca Students

Amidst a significant increase in vehicle thefts as of 2022, and available technology to counteract built-in security measures, it is important to know that mitigation starts with ensuring you adopt a "Swiss-cheese" model for prevention.

This means you should consider having multiple points of prevention as a fail-safe to keep your vehicle safe. 

You can prevent criminal opportunities by doing some of the following:

• Keep your vehicle doors locked and your windows secured
• Do not leave your car running while away, even if it is secured
• Avoid posting or buying vehicle-identifying memorabilia
• Have your keys ready as you approach your vehicle
• Do not leave any visible valuables, or unattended persons or animals in your vehicle
• Avoid saving your address on your on-board navigation system
• Consider your surroundings (lighting, escape routes) when parking your vehicle
• Check your vehicle for any signs of tampering (fenders, lug nuts, exhaust, license plates, tracking devices)

•  If you suspect you have been a victim of a crime related to your vehicle, ensure you document all your findings and report your concern to your local police department. If an incident occurs on-site please report it to security.
• Invest in multiple theft-prevention systems such as an ODB-Port Blocker, RFID Blocker, Steering Wheel Locks, or professionally installed tracking technology.

Security Office Locations:

Non-Emergency Online Reporting Tool
• Toronto Police
• York Regional Police
• Peterborough Police

To learn more, visit the following website.