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Construction Site Surveillance: The Case for Verified Video
By Carlos Hazbun | Remote Monitoring, Security, Surveillance, Thermal Cameras, Video Surveillance, Virtual Guard | No Comments
Construction Site Surveillance: The Case for Verified Video Construction site theft comes with a massive price tag: As noted by Construction Executive, companies lose nearly $1 billion each year replacing stolen tools and heavy equipment. Improved security can help reduce this cost, but comes with a challenge: The size and scope of construction sites. While traditional [...] More
4 Most Effective Solutions for Your Construction Site
By Carlos Hazbun | Builders Risk, Construction Site Security, Copper Theft, Jobsite Security | No Comments
4 Most Effective Security Solutions for Your Construction Site Construction theft is often called a "billion-dollar crime" as the industry loses more than $1 billion to theft each year and less than 20 percent is recovered and returned to the project owner. While loss prevention is a part of any business, theft can be especially [...] More
Managing and Restricting Access to Your Job Site
By Carlos Hazbun | Access Control, Builders Risk, Construction Site Security, Security | No Comments
A Guide for Managing and Restricting Access to Your Job Site Access control is one of the keys to solid security, but most access control systems are hopelessly outdated. Relying on outdated technology deprives you of new security technology that can strengthen your job site security. Here’s a look at the latest access control hardware and [...] More
The Electrical Substation Security Checklist
By Carlos Hazbun | Monitoring, Security, Substation Security, Surveillance | No Comments
Power Protection: The Electrical Substation Security Checklist Power generation is on the rise across the United States. As noted by U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), more than 4 trillion kilowatt-hours were produced nationwide last year. There's no sign of slowdown either, given the increasingly high demand for electricity to power always-connected networks, mobile devices, and smart homes. The [...] More
Is Your Construction Project OSHA Compliant?
By Carlos Hazbun | Builders Risk, Construction Site Security, Jobsite Security, Mobile Surveillance, Security, Surveillance | No Comments
Is Your Construction Project OSHA Compliant? Boise construction company Alta Construction faces proposed OSHA fines of $106,000 for endangering workers by failing to follow safe trenching practices while building a 644-parking space garage, the Idaho Statesman reported. OSHA has stepped up its vigilance of trenching violations following the death of two workers and the injury of [...] More
Choosing Mobile Surveillance for Your Job Site
By Carlos Hazbun | Construction Site Security, Mobile Surveillance, Monitoring | No Comments
Construction Tips: Choose The Right Mobile Surveillance Unit for Your Job Site When it comes to surveillance, construction sites don't have the luxury of more permanent fixtures, where systems cost thousands and are not easily moved around. But site theft and vandalism are serious issues and and managers need to secure their building, equipment and supplies. That's [...] More
Best Camera Solutions for Construction Projects
By Carlos Hazbun | Construction Site Security, Jobsite Security, Remote Monitoring, Security, Surveillance | No Comments
Best Camera Solutions for Off-Site and Modular Construction Projects Off-site and modular construction projects have different security needs than other types of projects — they require a more portable, temporary security solution. They also involve different lighting issues. These sites’ temporary nature often raises questions about renting equipment rather than buying. Here’s a guide to [...] More
Need Better Parking Lot Security? Start With Blindspots
By Carlos Hazbun | Cameras, Parking Lot Security, Property Management, Remote Monitoring | No Comments
Need Better Parking Lot Security? Start With Blindspots Parking lot security remains a challenge for companies — as noted by the Insurance Information Institute (III), almost $6 billion was lost in 2016 to motor vehicle theft. And while not all thefts happen in parking lots, automobiles are at increased risk when multiple vehicles are left unattended for [...] More
Mobile Surveillance: The Evolution of Drone Technology
By Carlos Hazbun | Construction Site Security, Drones, Mobile Surveillance, Surveillance | No Comments
Modern Mobile Surveillance: The Evolution of Drone Technology Drone registrations are soaring. As noted by Fortune, more than 670,000 people have registered drones with the FAA over the last year, while massive retail companies like Amazon are testing out drone-based delivery services to help avoid increasing roadway congestion. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) play a role in [...] More
More Rentals, Better Retention? The Surveillance Solution
By Carlos Hazbun | Property Management, Remote Monitoring, Security, Surveillance | No Comments
More Rentals, Better Retention? The Surveillance Solution The role of property managers is evolving. As noted by National Real Estate Investor, for property managers to find new tenants and retain existing clients it's now critical to "embrace innovation and technology" and leverage this technology to stand out from the competition. But what do tenants want? While [...] More