Construction sites - no matter what size they are - are hubs of activity. People are constantly coming and going, bringing tools and supplies, taking tools and supplies, and performing various duties. With all of the activity at construction sites, how can you be sure that the site is safe from theft or vandals?

Closed circuit television (CCTV) security systems are an ideal deterrent for criminals and vandals alike. As the foreman or manager of the construction area, it is not easy to keep an eye on every piece of equipment while also watching for safety issues and keeping the project moving. Having surveillance cameras will help you to focus on the tasks at hand while also keeping an eye on important assets.

CCTV can help to detect theft activities with cameras placed in strategically located areas. By pointing the camera in areas where valuable tools are located, or where personal belongings are stored, any criminal activities can be captured and recorded.

In the event of a workplace accident, a CCTV recording can be extremely helpful to look for potential causes or malfunctions. The CCTV can also be a preventative measure for accidents because the foreman or manager can review traffic flow and activities to make sure proper safety precautions are being utilized.

An area that is often overlooked on construction sites is the vehicle parking areas. A CCTV camera that overlooks the parking areas not only protects commercial vehicles but also employee or visitor vehicles are also monitored and kept safer.

The waste disposal area may not seem like something to monitor, but in many cases thieves (and sometimes your own employees) temporarily store stolen items in dumpsters or waste areas and then return later to retrieve them.

If your construction site has a gate or fence around it, that gives a good perimeter protection for your work site. It is advisable to position a CCTV camera at any gate or doorway to monitor those who are coming in or leaving the construction area.

During night hours when construction may not be happening, the CCTV system can keep an eye on the construction site and allow you to review the tapes the next day. You can also post a security guard to monitor night time activities if you like.

There is a great deal of dust and debris at construction sites. When installing CCTV cameras and equipment it is a good idea to use a professional installer who can make sure that the equipment is protected from not only dust and debris but also from weather conditions that could harm the sensitive electronics in the security system.

Even if your site has a trailer as a temporary office, the CCTV monitor station can be installed there and take up very little space. You can have an authorized person assigned to monitor activity real time, or you can have the videos recorded and review at later dates if needed.

Even though the construction site is temporary, there are many valuable items that are ripe for thieves. Having a CCTV security system in place gives you peace of mind that your construction site is safe and secure.