A crime prevention advisor CPA, works to deter criminal activity by using various strategies, focusing on proactive rather than reactive measures. They analyse security threats and implement solutions for individuals, businesses, or communities.

A CPA looks for vulnerabilities in properties, such as weak security points, inadequate lighting, or poor visibility, and recommends improvements. For example, a CPA might suggest security lighting and clearing high fences to increase visibility around a home or business.

A CPA may help an organization establish security standards and procedures. This could include creating an anti-fraud response policy for a financial institution.

A CPA provides expert advice on hardware and technology, including locks, alarms, and CCTV systems, and may recommend specific products that are certified by police-affiliated initiatives.

By studying patterns and typologies of criminal activity, a CPA can design targeted prevention strategies.

A CPA may help establish initiatives like a Neighbourhood Watch, provide educational workshops, or work with local authorities to address issues like littering and vandalism.

A CPA consults on security design, working with architects and planners to ensure new developments are built with security features from the ground up.