Best CCTV Placements in Your Workplace
CCTV systems are key to the safety and security of a company and its people. It not only deters intruders from entering your premises and committing offences, but it also monitors employee and visitor activity, and aids in the collection of evidence in the event of a crime. However, many businesses tend to overlook the importance of positioning CCTV systems, and end up installing them in all the wrong places. In this article, we share with you the best locations for CCTV installation.
1. Entrance and Exits
CCTV systems must be installed at all entrances and exits to help businesses track who is entering and leaving the premises. These systems can also record what is happening directly outside your premises, which is also important for the safety of your company and its employees.
Keep in mind that cameras should be aimed at the entrance and exit, but away from light sources and windows, as light can cause dull or blackened images. It’s also a good idea to have access control systems working alongside your CCTV systems to tighten security and deter intruders.
2. Reception
The reception area of any building or office sees the most traffic and is one of the most vulnerable areas to intrusion. It is thus essential to cover the area with a CCTV system. With a CCTV camera installed in this area of your business, you can easily keep an eye on who is entering and using the space, as well as identify suspicious-looking individuals who may pose a threat to your company. This camera can be pointed at your entrance to deter intruders and/or at the reception counter to prevent employees from stealing, issuing unauthorised visitors entry permits, or committing other crimes.
3. Refreshment Area/Pantry
The pantry area, also known as break rooms or employee lounges, is where your employees will go during their lunch breaks, before, in between, or after working hours. These areas may also be common spaces for workplace disagreements, which could lead to violence or harassment. A CCTV system is necessary to capture evidence and/or deter employees from engaging in any form of crime.
4. Server Room
The server room is where companies store, power and operate computer servers and their associated components. From keeping a network up and running to storing sensitive data, a business’s server room is crucial to streamline business operations. Its safety and security is therefore extremely important. Any theft or vandalism in the server room can be disastrous to a business, and failing to secure it will result in irreparable damage.
As server rooms are often dark, cameras with 2D or 3D digital noise reduction or infrared light are essential for capturing the best picture quality. CCTV systems should also be installed in the paths leading to the server room, so that any suspicious individuals or activity can be identified even before they reach the server room. You may also wish to install door access systems to limit entry access to a few employees.
5. Equipment Room/Storerooms
Storerooms house numerous sensitive documents, expensive equipment, and supplies that could be stolen or vandalised. CCTV systems installed at the entrances and exits of your storerooms will help you keep track of who is entering and leaving the room and prevent crime. Businesses can also review footage to find the suspect in the event of a data breach, loss of items, or damage.
6. HR/Finance Room
Human resources (HR) and finance teams handle a lot of confidential information, such as employee salaries, contracts, and the money that a company deals with. These are the most important documents and assets to protect, and CCTV systems should be installed in HR and finance department rooms to monitor employees’ actions.
With a better understanding of CCTV installation and positioning, you can now make more informed decisions about how many CCTV systems you need and which areas of your property should be outfitted with CCTV cameras.
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