CCTV

Intruder Alarms

Access Control

1. What is CCTV?

CCTV (Closed Circuit Television) is a visual surveillance technology designed for monitoring a variety of environments and activities. CCTV systems typically involve a fixed (or "dedicated") communications link between cameras and monitors.

2. How Does CCTV Prevent Crime?

A: Deterrence - potential burglars and thieves may see the camera and decide that a premises in question is too high a risk and therefore not a potential target
B: Prosecution - thieves and shoplifters may be caught on camera and this can help catch and prosecute them
C: Fear Reduction - the visual presence of a camera at your premises will create a feeling of safety and confidence whilst deterring potential criminals.
D: Monitoring & Intervention - security guard and remote monitoring through CCTV, enables immediate action on any suspicious behaviour resulting in crime prevention. 

3. How to choose a suitable CCTV camera for your needs.

Choosing the correct CCTV Camera that fits your digital surveillance requirements is very important. Below is a simplified set of guidelines when choosing the correct CCTV camera for your application:

· Location: Indoor or outdoor application
· Requirement for day and night surveillance
· The angle of view requirement - wide angle coverage or a narrow field of view is required.
· Budget

1. What is a burglar alarm system?
  

A burglar alarm / intruder alarm is a proven deterrent against burglary and crime. There are two main types of burglar alarm:
Bells only: - These systems rely on sounders to both deter the burglar and also warn neighbours of the intrusion. A system will normally have 1 external sounder as a minimum, this can be added to by having a internal siren as an extra deterrent inside the property. An additional external decoy box or external sounder can also be used to provide additional deterrent outside.
Monitored Systems: - These systems have all the features of the 'bells only' system with the addition of being monitored by a central station via a telephone line / GSM  text dialer / radio link. When the alarm is triggered it sends a signal to the central station, which then notifies the key holders and Gardai of the alarm. These systems are a requirement of some contents policies. It is also possible to install a GSM text dialer onto a bells only system, which can notify the keyholder by texting a set of mobile numbers of the alarm activation. This dialler also gives the option of setting and unsetting the alarm via text. These systems have the advantage of immediate notification without incurring ongoing charges for central station monitoring.

1. How do I control access to a door?

There are many methods of controlling access to a door, including a physical lock /  pin code access / proximity card based access / biometric fingerprint access control. Each method has its pros & cons.

2. What type of door access system is the most accurate?

The biometric door access system is the most secured among all other methods. Since biometric characteristics (like fingerprint) are unique to each individual, it will be very hard to fool the system into mistaking you for someone else.

3. How safe & secure is my office once I have installed the door access system?

Even if you have a door access system installed, you should compliment it with a security alarm and CCTV system for total security.
Most of the time, the door access control is meant for ease of controlling access to different doors within the organisation during office hours. You can contact Avant Security for a total security solution.

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AVANT Security, Ashbourne, Co. Meath, Ireland
Phone:  (01) 9022082         email:  info@avant.ie