Keeping your home, business and property safe is a little easier when CCTV is installed. Not everyone may be able to afford to get that peace of mind. There are many different options available for home security, and if you’re looking for a solution that won’t break the bank, consider the effect that CCTV signs may have.
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CCTV signs are simple deterrent
CCTV signs can be very effective for deterring potential criminal activity. You may be unable to afford to install a fully working surveillance system, so you could just display CCTV signs to scare opportunistic criminals away from entering your property.
This is a cost-effective way of helping to secure your property, but it is by no means guaranteed security. Many criminals can see, after closer inspection, that there are no cameras in operation. However, displaying a CCTV sign at the boundary of your property would help deter criminals who were unable to see over your hedges or security gates. This offers you, your property or your business some protection.
Your legal obligation
If you have a CCTV system, you have an obligation to be sure you have CCTV signs in place. The use of CCTV is governed by the Data Protection Act 1998. This act protects the rights and privacy of living individuals. It ensures that, wherever possible, personal data is not processed without an individual’s consent.
One of the ways to do this is to make sure you have the right level of CCTV warning signs positioned in the most appropriate places. These CCTV signs should be installed where they can easily be seen by anyone entering a monitored area. Install them at head height, and make sure they are easy to read.
Your peace of mind
There are many options available when it comes to CCTV signage. These can be aluminium laminated, brushed aluminium, vinyl self-adhesive, clear acrylic, freestanding desktop signs (if using inside your premises), etched, engraved and so much more.
CCTV signs are vital in making sure you conform to Health and Safety protocol and remain data protection compliant. They are also necessary for warning honest members of the public that they are being monitored for their own safety and in the interests of crime prevention.
When it comes to CCTV signage there are a few basic rules to bear in mind. Signs should be positioned so that the they can be seen by the public upon entering the zone covered by CCTV. These signs should be clear and legible. The person or organization responsible for the CCTV scheme should be displayed. Details about how to contact the responsible person or organization should be displayed as well.
My husband works in the security industry (commercial) but I didn’t know this about private property. Thanks for the information.
You’re welcome! It is good to know for sure!