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[show]We detail the most important steps you can take to keep your construction site secure at every stage of the project. Find out more
A construction project is an ever-evolving environment, construction site security is constantly changing as the project phases are completed. During each phase, you'll face multiple security challenges, including the risk of theft, vandalism, and unwanted trespassers.
Construction site theft remains a persistent threat, and sites that lack adequate security measures throughout each project phase are easy targets for opportunistic thieves.
So, what can you do to keep your sites always protected?
What are the different stages to a Construction Project?
As the UK's leading supplier of managed CCTV systems, we offer guidance on the best practices for securing your construction site at every phase.
Phase 1: The Foundation Phase
The first phase of a construction project is laying down the foundations.
This phase typically involves removing all debris, rocks, trees, and other natural obstacles to make plenty of room for the project.
It is unlikely there will be many workers onsite during this phase, site traffic will be low, and there is unlikely to be many expensive materials present on or around the site.
Simple security measures such as hoarding around the construction site can and one or two mobile CCTV Towers can provide adequate protection during this phase.
These security measures can also positively impact health and safety on site, as no unauthorised personnel can access the site by accident and find themselves in a risky predicament.
Phase 2: The Structural Phase
During phase two, the main construction work of the project commences.
At this point, sites are much busier with multiple on-site employees, subcontractors and deliveries.
This means an increase in site traffic and the presence of valuable plant machinery and building materials.
At this stage, a more proactive approach to security is required.
CCTV Towers are the most effective way of preventing construction site crime; they provide a visual deterrent and act as a virtual security guard at a fraction of the cost.
Selecting the best CCTV setup for your site will depend on several factors, including site layout, infrastructure (power, internet, etc.) and the type of safety and security threats you're likely to face.
Phase 3: The Final Phase
Expensive equipment is typically installed during the final phase of a construction project; therefore, establishing a solid CCTV presence is essential.
CCTV Towers should be positioned in areas where thieves could gain access or areas where high-value goods are left unsecured, such as around fuel tanks.
Fortunately, our Rapid Deployment CCTV Towers are easy to relocate, so can be moved as the site evolves and new security risks emerge.
If you have an unwanted visitor on your site, no panic; our CCTV systems contain built-in intruder detection and are monitored by a team of security professionals.
Our Alarm Monitoring Centre will monitor alerts from your site, verify the alarm as a legitimate threat, and undertake a remote crime prevention process.
The remote crime prevention process includes issuing a live audio challenge to let intruders know they have been spotted, recorded, and that police are on the way.
As verified threats, police treat such incidents as a priority and will respond to your sites to make an arrest.
What can you do to keep criminals away from the construction site?
Using the correct security measures is a step in the right direction. However, we recognise that while CCTV Towers are incredibly effective, there are several simple steps construction sites can take to tighten security.
We aim to help construction companies reduce losses attributed to crime, whether monetary losses from vandalism or equipment theft or the costs of project delays.
Managed CCTV Cameras for Remote Site Security
As the UK's leading provider of managed CCTV systems for temporary and remote construction sites.
We supply our own manufactured CCTV Towers supported by a comprehensive service that includes a site survey, equipment installation, regular maintenance, remote video monitoring, proactive response and monthly reporting.
We can provide our CCTV Cameras and Site Towers regardless of your onsite power and internet availability, as they are completely autonomous solutions.
Ready to find out how Rapid Deployment CCTV can work for you? Get in touch today at 0800 470 4630 or request a call back
Daniel Del Soldato
Marketing Director
Daniel has been at Wireless CCTV over 10 years and has accumulated a vast wealth of knowledge when it comes to CCTV products and the way they operate. In his spare time Daniel likes to listen to music, watch football and spend quality time with his family.
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