With strategic placement of surveillance cameras, there is much to gain, especially for those of you with small office spaces. It’s an effective tool to prevent crime and deter vandalism inside and around your premises. Among other things, you avoid unnecessary costs in case of false alarms and increase the safety of your employees. Here are eight reasons why you should consider camera surveillance at your office.
1. Quick Information for Appropriate Actions
When the office alarm goes off, the cause can be quickly identified thanks to camera surveillance. If the alarm centre takes the right actions, they can prevent an accident or stop a crime in progress. However, it’s not always necessary to call emergency services when the alarm is triggered. If the alarm goes off by mistake, the cameras can help you or the alarm centre draw the correct conclusion and dismiss any suspicion of crime.
2. Cameras Prevent Burglary and Vandalism
Most burglaries are planned in advance. By installing an alarm system with surveillance cameras, you deter many criminals from even considering breaking into your office. In other words, visible and well-placed cameras often lead to crime being completely avoided. It’s important that your cameras are positioned to capture events both inside and outside your premises. In an office space, cameras should cover all entrances, including accessible doors and windows. If, for example, safes or high-value items are kept at the office, cameras should be placed to monitor them. Consult experts to find the right placement and determine if a permit is required for the camera.
3. Recordings Are Important Evidence in Police Investigations
Surveillance camera footage is one of the most common pieces of evidence in alleged crimes against businesses. If something happens to your business or employees, you have recorded evidence ready to share with the police. Your insurance company may also access the footage to investigate what happened and potentially provide compensation.
4. You See Who Is at the Door and Can Open with Confidence
Not expecting a visitor? When the office doorbell rings, you can see who is outside and ensure the visitor is welcome before choosing to open. Seeing what’s happening outside the door also provides security for staff who work early or late and are alone on the premises. Don’t hesitate to place a small monitor next to the door so that the outside is visible before opening it. With many alarm systems, you can also view the cameras through an app. Additionally, cameras increase security when the last person on site locks up, sets the alarm, and leaves the workplace.
5. Surveillance Deters Vandalism and Sabotage
Camera surveillance outside the office reduces the risk of vandalism and sabotage. You can therefore be assured that your office will remain clean and tidy. If the camera doesn’t deter the perpetrator from committing the crime, at least you’ll have caught them in the act.
6. Cameras Are Cost-Effective Protectors
Camera surveillance helps you save on unnecessary costs. It highlights events that would have otherwise caused serious and costly consequences, such as damage to the premises or employees in dangerous situations. Furthermore, surveillance helps you identify false alarms, allowing you or the emergency centre to quickly stop emergency vehicles before they waste time on non-essential matters.
7. Intelligent Video Motion Analysis
Storms and animals can create noise and disturbances outside your premises. With video analysis, you get an intelligent function that identifies movement patterns and behaviours, and can quickly verify whether a burglary is in progress or if it’s something else.
8. You Provide a Safe Working Environment for Employees
The last reason is perhaps the most important and summarises all the reasons mentioned for considering video surveillance. Cameras deter and document crimes and also help employees make safe decisions. It’s simply an effective security solution to create a safe working environment.
A Security Partner You Can Trust
By letting the cameras do the work, you can focus on running your business with peace of mind. But whatever security solution suits your office, Protectas helps you understand your needs and gives you the right recommendations on what steps to take. Therefore, we can guarantee that you get the best possible protection for your employees and premises.
Want to learn more about camera surveillance and other security solutions? Contact us and we will call you back. We offer the first risk assessment completely free of charge.
