DO YOU HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT SECURITY?
If so, FSR Security Ltd will have the answers. Here are some of common security questions we get asked.
If you have a security question that is not listed below, please feel free to get in touch
If you have a security question that is not listed below, please feel free to get in touch
WHY IS A SECURITY SYSTEM IMPORTANT IN BUSINESS?
Having no security system for your business can lead to revenue loss, asset losses and safety concerns. With an effective security system, you can ensure a safe work environment by constantly monitoring your property and employees.
WHAT MAKES AN EFFECTIVE SECURITY SYSTEM?
Effective business security systems will allow you to keep track of your property, deter potential threats, reduce the likelihood of burglary or trespassing and respond to threats and alerts. An effective security system installed by a reliable commercial security company is crucial to a business & success.
WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF COMMERCIAL SECURITY?
There are two commercial alarm systems: fire and security alarm systems. In many cases, the two functions can work in tandem and under a centralised control system. There may be an overlap between certain features as well. For example, CCTV cameras and motion detectors can be handy in either type to monitor people and conditions inside the building.
HOW CAN I MAKE MY BUILDING MORE SECURE?
You can make your building more secure by installing quality CCTV cameras, motion sensors, alarms, physical barriers and an access control system. It would be best if you also considered your key control policies and building plan, perimeter and landscaping. Finally, giving your staff proper education and training can help improve your buildings overall security. Building plan and perimeter: Check the total number of entry points and how they are monitored. Identify whether there is unsecured access to building rooftops or prominent hiding spots on the property.
Landscaping: Keeping overgrowth to a minimum means fewer hiding places for people. Poorly maintained greenery also indicates that your property is neglected and suggests that the same goes for your security.
Access control: With an access control system, you can regulate who can enter your building, how often they can enter and where they are allowed to go.
CCTV: Combining CCTV cameras with CCTV recorders allows building monitoring without hiring physical guards.
Motion detectors: Motion detector lights can deter burglars effectively. Should someone start lurking around your property, a quick blast of light can scare them off.
Alarms: Determine what alarms are in place. Is your alarm system set up to alert emergency services or your security firm if a breach occurs?
Physical barriers: Consider installing a gate that closes automatically, possibly with remote control. Alternatively, install a fence that can't be forced open.
Key control: Establishing procedures for controlling and distributing keys is essential. Select a few individuals in charge of key custodianship and locking or unlocking the property.
Employee training: Insiders are responsible for any malicious or carelessness breaches. Security risks and breaches resulting from human error can be prevented with proper education and training.
WHAT ARE THE COMPONENTS OF A COMMERCIAL SECURITY SYSTEM?
The various components of a comprehensive commercial security system help protect your employees and property. These include but are not limited to; CCTV, access control, fire alarms, control panel, motion sensors, monitoring and data solution, environmental detectors and security glass.
CCTV: CCTV systems provide real-time monitoring of multiple locations and capture the events in the building for future reference.
Access control: Keeping track of who is entering and leaving your facility through a door security system for offices is essential to preventing unauthorised access and protecting your
assets.
Fire alarms: Modern fire alarms allow you to receive notifications and alerts directly on your smartphone.
Security glass: Security glass comes in several forms, offering different levels of protection. Examples include tempered and laminated glass.
Control panel: All the other components connect, exchange information, and transmit alarm signals through the control panel. It also simplifies the process of controlling your system.
Motion sensors: Can be used for various purposes, from activating lights and turning on cameras to triggering alarms and more.
Alarms: An intrusion alarm will notify you if someone breaks in, preventing burglaries and thefts.
Monitoring solution: Businesses benefit from commercial monitoring since it allows them to respond in seconds to emergencies. A support team can quickly determine what triggered the alarm and contact the appropriate authorities.
Environmental sensors: Commercial security systems can also incorporate sensors to detect environmental issues, including gas leaks, carbon monoxide, water and flooding.
Data security: This is for safeguarding hardware, software and computers.
HOW DO COMMERCIAL ALARMS WORK?
Commercial alarm systems consist of many components designed to detect intruders and alert you to their presence. Sensors with magnetic connectors attach to doors and windows and adjacent sills and frames. Activation of the alarm occurs when doors or windows are opened, and the connectors are separate. The door or window is registered as secure if the sensors are in contact and the system is enabled.
Glass break alarms work by utilising a microphone to detect specific sound frequencies produced by breaking glass. Upon picking up the frequency, the alarm goes off. Meanwhile, motion detectors employ vibrations, microwave pulses, infrared heat and ultrasonic waves to detect movement.
In an alarm system, sensors communicate with an alarm control panel, which receives alerts and responds accordingly.
WHAT IS CCTV?
The term CCTV means closed-circuit television and relates to video surveillance. Closed-circuit TV usually broadcasts to a limited audience, unlike regular television, which broadcasts to a broad audience. Restaurants, bars, financial institutions, hotels, schools and many other businesses use CCTV to keep their employees and customers safe.
WHY IS IT CALLED CCTV?
The system is closed-circuit since the video recorders, monitors and cameras are connected via a coaxial cable or wireless connection. Data transmission access is limited by default.
WHAT IS A GOOD CCTV SYSTEM?
A good CCTV system is tailored to your businesses specific needs. It should have quality coverage and cloud-based and analytics capabilities. Additionally, it should be easy to install, scalable, interoperable with your existing systems, reliable and cost-effective.
WHAT IS AN ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM?
Access control systems or office door entry systems automate approval, allowing only authorised personnel to access security portals. This eliminates the need for security officers to verify and approve the authorisation of users.
Having no security system for your business can lead to revenue loss, asset losses and safety concerns. With an effective security system, you can ensure a safe work environment by constantly monitoring your property and employees.
WHAT MAKES AN EFFECTIVE SECURITY SYSTEM?
Effective business security systems will allow you to keep track of your property, deter potential threats, reduce the likelihood of burglary or trespassing and respond to threats and alerts. An effective security system installed by a reliable commercial security company is crucial to a business & success.
WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF COMMERCIAL SECURITY?
There are two commercial alarm systems: fire and security alarm systems. In many cases, the two functions can work in tandem and under a centralised control system. There may be an overlap between certain features as well. For example, CCTV cameras and motion detectors can be handy in either type to monitor people and conditions inside the building.
HOW CAN I MAKE MY BUILDING MORE SECURE?
You can make your building more secure by installing quality CCTV cameras, motion sensors, alarms, physical barriers and an access control system. It would be best if you also considered your key control policies and building plan, perimeter and landscaping. Finally, giving your staff proper education and training can help improve your buildings overall security. Building plan and perimeter: Check the total number of entry points and how they are monitored. Identify whether there is unsecured access to building rooftops or prominent hiding spots on the property.
Landscaping: Keeping overgrowth to a minimum means fewer hiding places for people. Poorly maintained greenery also indicates that your property is neglected and suggests that the same goes for your security.
Access control: With an access control system, you can regulate who can enter your building, how often they can enter and where they are allowed to go.
CCTV: Combining CCTV cameras with CCTV recorders allows building monitoring without hiring physical guards.
Motion detectors: Motion detector lights can deter burglars effectively. Should someone start lurking around your property, a quick blast of light can scare them off.
Alarms: Determine what alarms are in place. Is your alarm system set up to alert emergency services or your security firm if a breach occurs?
Physical barriers: Consider installing a gate that closes automatically, possibly with remote control. Alternatively, install a fence that can't be forced open.
Key control: Establishing procedures for controlling and distributing keys is essential. Select a few individuals in charge of key custodianship and locking or unlocking the property.
Employee training: Insiders are responsible for any malicious or carelessness breaches. Security risks and breaches resulting from human error can be prevented with proper education and training.
WHAT ARE THE COMPONENTS OF A COMMERCIAL SECURITY SYSTEM?
The various components of a comprehensive commercial security system help protect your employees and property. These include but are not limited to; CCTV, access control, fire alarms, control panel, motion sensors, monitoring and data solution, environmental detectors and security glass.
CCTV: CCTV systems provide real-time monitoring of multiple locations and capture the events in the building for future reference.
Access control: Keeping track of who is entering and leaving your facility through a door security system for offices is essential to preventing unauthorised access and protecting your
assets.
Fire alarms: Modern fire alarms allow you to receive notifications and alerts directly on your smartphone.
Security glass: Security glass comes in several forms, offering different levels of protection. Examples include tempered and laminated glass.
Control panel: All the other components connect, exchange information, and transmit alarm signals through the control panel. It also simplifies the process of controlling your system.
Motion sensors: Can be used for various purposes, from activating lights and turning on cameras to triggering alarms and more.
Alarms: An intrusion alarm will notify you if someone breaks in, preventing burglaries and thefts.
Monitoring solution: Businesses benefit from commercial monitoring since it allows them to respond in seconds to emergencies. A support team can quickly determine what triggered the alarm and contact the appropriate authorities.
Environmental sensors: Commercial security systems can also incorporate sensors to detect environmental issues, including gas leaks, carbon monoxide, water and flooding.
Data security: This is for safeguarding hardware, software and computers.
HOW DO COMMERCIAL ALARMS WORK?
Commercial alarm systems consist of many components designed to detect intruders and alert you to their presence. Sensors with magnetic connectors attach to doors and windows and adjacent sills and frames. Activation of the alarm occurs when doors or windows are opened, and the connectors are separate. The door or window is registered as secure if the sensors are in contact and the system is enabled.
Glass break alarms work by utilising a microphone to detect specific sound frequencies produced by breaking glass. Upon picking up the frequency, the alarm goes off. Meanwhile, motion detectors employ vibrations, microwave pulses, infrared heat and ultrasonic waves to detect movement.
In an alarm system, sensors communicate with an alarm control panel, which receives alerts and responds accordingly.
WHAT IS CCTV?
The term CCTV means closed-circuit television and relates to video surveillance. Closed-circuit TV usually broadcasts to a limited audience, unlike regular television, which broadcasts to a broad audience. Restaurants, bars, financial institutions, hotels, schools and many other businesses use CCTV to keep their employees and customers safe.
WHY IS IT CALLED CCTV?
The system is closed-circuit since the video recorders, monitors and cameras are connected via a coaxial cable or wireless connection. Data transmission access is limited by default.
WHAT IS A GOOD CCTV SYSTEM?
A good CCTV system is tailored to your businesses specific needs. It should have quality coverage and cloud-based and analytics capabilities. Additionally, it should be easy to install, scalable, interoperable with your existing systems, reliable and cost-effective.
WHAT IS AN ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM?
Access control systems or office door entry systems automate approval, allowing only authorised personnel to access security portals. This eliminates the need for security officers to verify and approve the authorisation of users.