1. Why Use a Professional Locksmith? We’d like to take a few moments of your time to explain the benefits to you, of using the services of a professional Locksmith

2. Professional Services Only through a Professional Locksmith can you access all of these security services Residential Commercial/Industrial/Institution al Automotive Office furniture High Security Master Keying Electronic Access Control Safe & Vault Correctional Institution Door Hardware Forensic Examination Security Surveys and more

3. Certified Journeyman Locksmith (CJL) Alberta has a fully- indentured 4-year Apprenticeship Training program for Locksmiths Look for the symbol Ask for credentials

4. Knows proper key blank selection Has training in key machine maintenance & adjustment Stocks a full range of key blanks and key accessories Can correct key problems Can provide specialty & electronic keys and programming Cutting Keys Save time & money by having keys cut by a professional who:

5. Master Keying There is a wrong way and a right way to design a master key system for a facility … and the wrong way is used with alarming frequency.

6. Master Keying There is a wrong way and a right way to design a master key system for a facility Protect yourself from liability by having your master key systems professionally designed, implemented and maintained by a qualified Locksmith.

7. Quality Hardware Lock and door hardware have various quality & performance ratings. Ask your Professional Locksmith to recommend the proper hardware for your application.

8. Quality Lock Hardware Lock and door hardware have various quality & performance ratings. Ask your Professional Locksmith to recommend the proper hardware for your application. Fire/Life Safety Accessibility (Barrier-Free) Security

9. Quality Door Hardware Supply, Installation, Service, Maintenance of commercial door hardware, such as: Doors Door Closers Panic Exit Devices Pivots, Hinges Door Trim Security Gates/Window Grills Auxiliary Hardware

10. Your Professional Locksmith can recommend mechanical or state-of-the-art electronic access and egress control products/systems to solve a variety of security problems. Access Control

11. High Security Lock Hardware We try to respect the “Do Not Duplicate” stamp, but the sad fact is that others do not. There are no applicable laws concerning this practice. Many people who request it, don’t even respect it. The solution? High Security Locks.

12. High Security Lock Hardware Provides a high degree of key control (registered keys) Is impervious to surreptitious and forcible entry Can be integrated into your existing key system Provides the flexibility you need Even integrates with electronic locks for date and time based access control, audit trail, etc. Your Professional Locksmith can recommend a high security lock system that:

13. Preventative Maintenance Just like all mechanical devices, lock and door hardware last longer and perform better when they receive regularly scheduled maintenance.

14. Preventative Maintenance Your professional Locksmith can help you: Reduce costs and hardware failure emergencies by implementing a hardware maintenance schedule for you. Comply with building codes by performing your required annual inspections of door openings

15. Building Codes Alerting you to situations in which you may want to consult an inspector or other expert Choosing the correct hardware for each application With our training, experience and professional contacts in Fire & Life Safety codes, we can help you avoid liability by:

16. Safes & Vaults The same Locksmith who master keys your building or services your lock & door hardware, can provide professional safe & vault services as well. All of these tasks are part of Alberta’s Locksmith Apprenticeship curriculum.

17. Safes & Vaults Fire Safes Document Safes Media Safes Burglary Safes Gun Safes Vaults Cash-Handling Equip. Your Professional Locksmith can help you choose the one that’s right for your needs Ask about ratings/labels and insurance requirements Mechanical Combination Locks Key Locks Electronic Locks Time Delay Locks

18. Forensic Investigative Services One specialty within our trade is that of Investigative Locksmith Investigative Locksmiths offer technical, professional advice, counsel and investigative services to the community, insurance companies, and law enforcement officials.

19. Residential Services Hardware upgrades & installation Rekeying (Changing locks) Window Bars Door Viewers Window/Patio door locks Door & frame reinforcement Security Surveys Home Safes

20. Automotive Services Rekeying (Changing locks) Lock Replacement Duplicating, Originating, Programming Anti-Theft Keys (“Chip” keys) Opening

21. Why Use a Professional Locksmith? A Credential You Can Ask For State-of-the-Art Technical Training Cost-Effective Security Services Long-Term Security Solutions Qualified Emergency Service

22. More Information www.tradesecrets.gov.ab.ca www.plaa.org www.rdc.ab.ca/rdc/trades/locksmith Locksmith Apprenticeship Detailed information about Alberta’s Locksmith Apprenticeship Program can be found on the internet at Alberta Apprenticeship’s “Tradesecrets” web site and Red Deer College’s Locksmith Program web site. “Why Use A Professional Locksmith?” Booklet This booklet is available in electronic format from the PLAA’s web site. Print copies are available from PLAA member Locksmiths everywhere. This Presentation This presentation is available for download from Red Deer College’s Locksmith Program web site and from the PLAA’s web site.