As you know, Safeguard has implemented a new Field Quality Control program. These field inspections have recently brought to our attention some issues and concerns about how secure work is completed.

Below you will find information and photographs clarifying Safeguard's expectations for proper securing. Vendor Management believes that your attention to and compliance with these expectations will not only help you complete work per the guidelines but will also help you complete your work in a more efficient manner.

Using Cover Plates in Securing

We have seen a number of examples of contractors using the Safeguard securing sticker to cover the hole left by the removal of the dead bolt. This is an unacceptable practice and does not adequately secure the property. Either the dead bolt should be disabled and the casing left on the door to cover the hole, or a cover plate should be installed. Cover plates can be ordered from the SPI mailroom. Please see the photo examples below:

In areas where a padlock is used to secure the main door, the hasp should be attached using the cover plate to minimize the damage to the door. Please see the photo example below:

Using Padlocks to Secure Garages

We have also seen numerous examples of contractor securing garage doors by drilling a hasp into the garage frame and door. This should only be done when there is no other way to secure the garage, as when there is no man-door or no access from the house. In order to minimize the damage done to the garage door and frame, please try to secure by hooking the padlock through the garage door track, as in the photo examples below:

As we continue to monitor these issues, the vendor management department will address any ongoing problems on an individual basis with the contractors involved. If you have any questions about the practices explained above, please contact your regional coordinator.

Thank you for your anticipated cooperation.

Vendor Management