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Body Cameras

Body Cameras for Fire and Rescue Services

Body Cameras play a critical role in supporting Fire and Rescue Services. They help gather crucial evidence in emergencies, reduce anti-social behaviour, improve safety for the wearer and the public and assist with training and development.

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Protecting Frontline Workers

Body Cameras for Fire and Rescue Teams

Firefighters are one of the first services on the scene in an emergency situation and we rely upon them to provide critical life saving operations. 

However, there has been a sharp increase in instances of anti-social behaviour directed towards them as they attempt to protect and preserve life. 

Statistics released by the NFCC show that:

  • 930 firefighters were attacked while on duty in 2021

  • These attacks resulted in 54 injuries

  • 18% of incidents involve missiles and objects being thrown at firefighters

  • Attacks soar around bonfire night

Because of these shocking statistics, there are widespread calls for Fire and Rescue teams to be fitted with body cameras.

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Enhancing Worker Safety

Body Worn Camera Features for Fire and Rescue Services

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Front Facing Screen

The distinctive forward-facing screen on WCCTV's body cameras plays a significant role in de-escalating conflict. When individuals are aware they are being recorded, their behaviour dramatically improves.

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Lightweight

Small, discreet and lightweight, WCCTV's body cameras are barely noticeable to the wearer once they are attached. Despite the unit's compact size, it contains market-leading functionality and features.

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HD Video Recording

The device's 1080p video recording capability means you will capture high-quality video evidence, whether for police investigations, identifying individuals for convictions or training employees.

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Optional Extendable Battery

The optional extended battery pack easily clips onto the bottom of the Body Camera, providing an additional 8 hours of run time, making it ideal for applications beyond the usual daily working pattern. 

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Encrypted Data Footage

All footage captured on a WCCTV Body Camera is encrypted to AES 256-bit standard, making it completely secure and inaccessible to unauthorised users.

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Evidence Management System

WCCTV’s cloud based Evidence Management Software (EMS) provides simple and secure management of videos taken from a WCCTV Body Worn Camera. 

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Safety for frontline workers

Why should Fire and Rescue services use Body Cams?

Fire and Rescue departments across the UK are implementing body worn video solutions to gather accurate, reliable accounts of operations, rescue missions and interactions with the public.

Aside from the operational benefits they offer, body cams are becoming increasingly vital in the fire service as more and more firefighters have experienced an increase in both physical and verbal attacks.

Our robust and durable body worn cameras provide frontline teams with valuable evidence to support fire investigations, as well as aid criminal investigations and prosecutions. Additional benefits include:

  • Evidence gathering to support investigations, particularly in cases of arson
  • Footage to retrospectively review for training purposes and best practices
  • Enhanced situational awareness and improved decision making
  • Improved confidence in dealing with public-facing situations
  • Reduced levels of anti-social behaviour towards firefighters

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Camera Specifications

Technical Features of the WCCTV Body Camera

WCCTV's body camera units provide all the features and functionalities required for security staff at supermarkets and retail stores, in a small, robust and easy to use device. Key specifications of the body camera include:

  • HD video recording
  • Front-facing screen
  • Touchscreen control and navigation
  • Water and dust-resistant
  • Configurable pre-event recording buffer
  • AES 256-bit video encryption
  • Full shift battery, plus extendable add-on
  • Dimensions (HxWxD): 76mm x 57mm x 28mm
  • Weight: 124G

Download Body Worn Camera Specification Sheet

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Products and Extras

Body Camera Products and Accessories for Fire and Rescue Services

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Easy and Convenient

Renting Body Cams for Fire and Rescue Teams

We can provide Body Cameras on a rental basis for your emergency response Fire or Rescue team, making the procurement process easier and allowing you to hire equipment only when you need it.

When renting our Body Worn Cameras, there's no need to worry about setting them up or storing the devices after their initial use, just send the equipment back via courier and we'll handle everything else.

We have a dedicated Body Camera technical support team based in the UK so in the event that you need help during the duration of your hire, you have peace of mind knowing that an expert team is on hand.

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Long-term Benefits

Advantages of owning Body Cameras for Fire and Rescue Teams

Body Cameras ensure that firefighters, emergency responders and rescue teams feel safer when working as the cameras act as a deterrent to any situation with the public that may become abusive or threatening. Purchasing Body Cameras is a one-time investment in the security and safety of your team, eliminating rental fees and leading to cost-savings over time. 

Owning Body Cameras demonstrates long-term commitment, which will make staff feel safer in the field. They record and gather evidence helping to document incidents from the wearers perspective, leading to improved response efficiency. 

With all staff using the same device type, it reduces the need for regular training and ensures seamless operation and familiarity with using the unit itself, the Evidence Management Software and evidence gathering procedures. By not having to rely on rental agreements, you can be rest assured of continuous operation and protection with minimal down-time disruptions.

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Software and Accessories

Digital Evidence Management for Body Cameras

WCCTV’s Evidence Management Software (EMS) platform offers a simple but secure way of managing digital files recorded on a WCCTV Body Worn Camera. Built on a world-leading cloud infrastructure platform, it offers data security, integrity, customisation, intuitive navigation and unlimited scalability. Our cloud-based infrastructure allows authorised users to access footage at any time, and harness multiple capabilities including image redaction, utilisation reporting and a full audit trail.

Video files can be fully managed with the EMS platform, with multiple editing tools allowing you to clip, redact or annotate any video files. Users can create or view real-time reports on camera usage, utilisation, health status and more. 

WCCTV's EMS is infinitely scalable, built on a world-leading cloud infrastructure, allowing unlimited users and cameras to connect to the platform without impacting your IT network. 

The platform has been specifically designed to comply with the highest data security and integrity standards, in line with the Company's ISO27001 certification. 

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Body Camera Charging and Accessories

Body Worn Camera Smart Charging Hubs

Smart hubs are docking stations designed to be used with our Body Cameras specifically. They provide simultaneous charging and wireless video uploading from the Body Cameras into the Evidence Management Software (EMS).

Depending on your requirements, the Smart Hubs are available with either 2 or 8 ways docks.

Utilising a Smart Hub  removes the need for multiple adaptors and provides you with a convenient method of uploading footage from the body cameras.

They are capable of charging Body Cameras within 3 hours (from 0% to 100%), allowing you to quickly get the units deployed back into the field.

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Accessories for Body Cameras

Body Camera Accessories

If you're looking for simple mounting solutions or ruggedised protective cases to enhance the longevity of your Body Cams, our selection of accessories has you covered.

We provide a wide range of accessories to support the use of our Body Camera range, including:

  • Klickfast Leather Pouches
  • Magnetic Lanyards
  • Leather Shoulder Harness
  • Breakaway Centre Chest Harnesses
  • Klickfast Clip Mounts
  • 2 or 8 way Docking and Charging Cradles
  • Battery packs to extend the runtime of the Body Cameras

Discover which Accessories are best suited for your business

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Get in touch about Body Worn Cameras for Fire and Rescue Teams

An easier way to manage worker and public safety across your communities. Contact our Body Worn Camera experts and let us know how we can help. 

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