Are you getting the most out of your construction site turnstile? It’s a frequent question we ask our clients. Why? Because they’re highly technical pieces of equipment and, often, people just aren’t using them to their fullest potential. In fact, some have even stopped using them altogether due to Health & Safety concerns around COVID-19.…
The future of construction site security in the UK conjures up two contrasting images: For the optimists out there, you may be thinking that access control technology and increased site efficiencies will help contribute to safer, more secure and productive construction sites. However, for the pessimists (or, some would argue, the realists), the picture is…
Whilst construction sites vary from project to project, one thing that they all have in common is – people… and lots of them. Each day, a typical construction site will welcome anything from ten to a few hundred workers at any one time, with this number fluctuating during the course of a project. For this…
Nowadays, construction sites can benefit from a range of high-tech security solutions that are specifically designed to increase site efficiency, improve the security on your site and potentially create long-term savings. Because of this, it could be argued that many site managers struggle to see how security guards fit into the picture, with concerns around…
Many people believe that making cost savings involves opting for the cheapest possible solution. For example, you might be inclined to select mobile patrols over a static guard in order to cut costs (despite the fact that a static guard may be more appropriate for your site). However, when it comes to construction site security,…
When it comes to construction site security, site managers often have concerns around hiring guards. Will they do a good job? Are they reliable? Round the clock security guarding? Won’t that be expensive…Isn’t CCTV the way forward? However, choosing the right security guarding provision can enhance your construction site security, and whilst it may seem…
Construction sites come up against a multitude of security challenges throughout the duration of a project, with unauthorised access, theft and vandalism being key threats to overcome. The impact of COVID-19 has added an extra layer to your list of challenges, forcing us all to approach our working practices in a different way. When you…
Deciding upon security for your construction site isn’t as simple as it once was. Whilst, in some cases, contractual/insurance obligations sometimes take that choice away from us, the rise in technology means that a lot of people are left wondering- What are my options and what is the best solution for protecting my site? Regardless…
CCTV cameras have been a long-standing security measure on construction sites and – some would argue – are seen primarily as an intruder deterrent. However, recent CCTV camera technologies have seen some rapid developments, making them a key component for intruder and crime prevention, observation of health and safety protocol and even as a preventative…
As the nation endures – what we hope will be – the final lockdown, operations within the construction industry continue in earnest. Site Managers up and down the country are battling to ensure COVID-19 compliance, whilst mitigating the ever-present risks of theft, vandalism and unauthorised access. In this post, we’ll explore the access control measures…