CCTV And Alarm Installation

Commercial CCTV is a security solution businesses deploy to protect their sites, assets, premises and staff.

This can include internal surveillance, focused on monitoring staff, and detecting employee theft, and workplace incidents.

Furthermore, it also covers external site surveillance which covers monitoring site entrances, perimeters, car parks, and all areas outside a building.

There are a number of essential considerations and rules around the usage of CCTV that you need to be aware of. From making sure staff and the public are fully informed about the usage of cameras (data protection) to storing the feeds and footage (GDPR), companies must uphold the law. We advise you on compliance if you choose to work with us.

There are many different types of commercial CCTV systems. Each has a defined purpose and meets specific objectives and threats.

Here is a quick overview of the different types of commercial CCTV systems:

• IP CCTV – high res security cameras. Easily scalable and installed within your current IP infrastructure

• Thermal CCTV – the perfect choice for low light settings, and in harsh weather conditions

• ANPR CCTV – advanced number plate tracking. Typically used for the purposes of perimeter protection, and site access

• Ultra HD – crystal clear footage, and accurate threat detection

• Perimeter surveillance – advanced CCTV systems designed to protect your first line of defence

• Internal CCTV – security camera systems design to monitor employees and visitors

• External CCTV – surveillance camera systems designed to monitor activity outside of your business and within its grounds

There are many factors to working when looking for a commercial CCTV camera. Selecting the right camera type for the setting, budget, and system objectives are all key factors.

To summarise here is a short list of what to look for in a commercial CCTV system:

• Camera type – is it suited to the setting it will be deployed in?

• Value for money – make sure you get the right spec for your needs

• Brand – is it manufactured by a specialist CCTV brand or a cheap imitation you can buy online

• Storage – how long will your CCTV footage be stored for?

• Resolution – will your footage be crystal clear? Do you need accurate footage after dark?

These are just some of the factors in selecting the right commercial security camera for your need

You can deploy CCTV cameras to protect your commercial premises. However, must adhere to the following legal requirements. For your commercial CCTV systems to be legally compliant, you need to:

• Have a visible sign letting people know CCTV footage is being recorded and why.

• Be able to supply CCTV images / footage within one month to anyone who has been recorded.

• Share surveillance footage or images with the authorities, when required

• Only store footage as long as your business or organisation requires them.

If your site requires CCTV, you must register your company details with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). In certain cases, you need to pay a data protection fee.

For your system to be GDPR compliant, you must also display clear CCTV signage, tell people they’re being recorded, control who can access the footage, and ensure the system is being used for its intended purpose.