The "It Won't Happen to Me" Trap

Richard admits that security wasn’t initially at the top of his agenda. His companies, which specialise in office clearance and second-hand office furniture, didn’t seem like obvious targets for high-value theft.

“At the time I thought, no not really. Who is going to come here and steal from me? We sell second-hand office furniture.”
— Richard Ryll

This is a common misconception. Criminals are opportunistic. They don’t just target high-value goods; they target vulnerability.

The £100k Wake-Up Call

The reality of this vulnerability hit home during the Queen’s funeral bank holiday weekend. With the industrial estate closed and deserted, thieves targeted RBF’s warehouse.

The impact was devastating. The intruders stole:

• • Three vans
  • Critical IT equipment
  • Over 200 chairs
  • Total Loss: Over £100,000

It wasn’t just the financial loss; it was the disruption to operations and the violation of their workspace. Richard knew immediately:

“I can’t have that happening again.”

The RISK Solution: Rapid, Local, Integrated

Richard contacted Risk Management Security Services immediately after the break-in. Because we are local to High Wycombe, we were able to visit the site straight away to assess the vulnerabilities.

We didn’t offer a generic package. We implemented a tailored warehouse security solution that integrated seamlessly with his existing infrastructure:

• • Keyholding & Alarm Response: We became the primary responder for intruder alarms, removing the risk from Richard and his staff.
  • System Integration: We worked directly with his alarm and insurance companies to ensure full compliance and coverage.
  • Visible Deterrence: We deployed clear signage around the industrial estate, signalling to potential thieves that the site is professionally protected.

The Result: 6 Years Incident-Free

The difference has been night and day. Since partnering with RISK six years ago, Clear Environment and RBF have not had a single break-in.

The thieves know the site is covered. As Richard says:

“Thieves look at us and think ‘Wow, these guys are covered.’
They can see our signs all over the place. And it’s worked.”

When alarms do activate – whether it’s a false alarm caused by wildlife or a genuine potential threat, our mobile response officers are on site within 10-15 minutes. We investigate, secure the premises, and provide a detailed report by the next morning.