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Security Cameras: 3 Reasons To Install Them In Every Construction Site

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Most construction sites are full of activities all day long. However, in some cases, work also goes on even at night due to tight construction deadlines. Therefore, you need to enhance security in your construction site to protect your employees and equipment. It is advisable to install a security camera system, which offers the following benefits. 1. Monitor the Construction Team There was a time when construction managers had to keep going around the site to ensure that everyone was doing their job.

20 December 2021

Are Video Surveillance Systems Legal?

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Are you thinking of installing video surveillance cameras on your property? If so, the first question on your mind is the legality of such systems. Can you install the video surveillance systems without permission?  These issues are discussed below. Do You Need Permission? It depends on where you intend to install the video surveillance cameras. You can't install surveillance cameras on your neighbor's property and expect a free pass. Similarly, you can't install these cameras on public properties without the necessary approvals.

29 July 2021

Six Safety Mistakes To Avoid When It Comes To Smart Home Automation

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Smart home automation systems are convenient and can be used to maximize home safety and security. However, you need to avoid safety mistakes when selecting and using them to prevent accidents and intrusions at your home.  The following are six safety mistakes to avoid when it comes to smart home automation to ensure that you're keeping your home as safe and secure as possible.   Regularly update all of your applications

13 April 2021

4 Times Your Business Should Change Access Control Methods

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A door access control system is a valuable upgrade for any small business who wants to improve security and better manage who can go where. But when should you change your access control methods or technology? Here are a few of the most important times to take this proactive step.  1. To Change Verification Methods All access control systems use verification methods to allow entry or deny it. These methods may involve something the use (such as a fob or card), something they enter (like a code), or a piece of biometric data.

5 January 2021

Streamline The Steps Needed To Secure Your Building

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If you own a factory and are responsible for locking up various parts of the building and rely upon a night watchman to finish securing the building before he heads home, how many keys are the two of you responsible for? Large key rings and a vast number of keys may be awkward items to carry around. Using a master key system to reduce the amount of keys that are in circulation can be a great way to improve efficiency and security.

30 December 2019

Considerations When Buying A Home Security System For Your Rental Home Or Apartment

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Your home needs a good security system even if you just rent rather than own your home. A home security system helps keep you safe if you live in an apartment, condo, or house. However, when you rent, you can't install the features permanently, and you may be prohibited from even drilling holes to mount cameras and alarms. Here are some things to consider when you buy a home security system as a renter.

7 February 2019

4 Advantages of Installing a Security System in Your Home

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If you're like most people, you'll want to do all you can to ensure your home and property are well cared for at all times. The key to making this possible may rest in having a security system put in place on your property. The good news is, there are many benefits of installing a security system, and knowing what some of these benefits are may be the motivation you need to get started.

4 April 2018

What You And Your Neighbors Can Do For Fire Safety At Your Apartment

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When you live in a high-rise apartment building, you might worry about your safety in the event of a fire. High-rise apartment buildings aren't the easiest residences for firefighters to rescue people from, and some might make the mistake of taking the elevator down to the ground floor instead of the stairwells. There are a few things you can do to ensure your apartment building, big or small is safer for everyone, such as:

6 November 2017

5 Tips To Keep Gas Station Employees Safe

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Running your own gas station can be a very lucrative business. However, you might be concerned about the idea of your store being robbed. Not only do you have to worry about the potential financial loss in the event that this happens, but you might also be concerned about your employees as well. Luckily, however, there are a few tips that you can follow that can help you keep your employees safe when they're working a shift:

29 July 2017

Can You Afford A Home Security System?

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You've seen it on television a thousand times: the bad guy tries to enter and the security system goes off, automatically summoning help. No doubt you've thought about how great it would be to have such a system, but you may have rejected the notion because you think you cannot afford it. When you consider the advantages, you may find that installing a security system is actually a practical step. 

23 May 2016