Well-placed security cameras offer around-the-clock peace of mind. They're often used in restaurants, retail stores, and small businesses, becoming invaluable when incidents occur. In some cases, their presence alone is enough to prevent crimes, so strategically place your cameras in the following areas for comprehensive coverage.

Where Should Your Business' Security Cameras Be?

1. Above Entry Points

Mount your security cameras above doors, windows, and on the corners of your buildings. Potential burglars may scope out these vulnerable areas and decide to move on after seeing they're monitored. Also, ensure you're using the right camera for each location, such as wide-angle lenses to capture activity in large loading bays and motion-sensor installations to track trespassers in dark alleyways.

Additionally, be sure to add a camera above your company's dumpster or trash bay, particularly if you're a retail business. Employees looking to steal can throw away items and return later to retrieve them.

2. Throughout Work & Common Areas

Monitoring common areas and workspaces will help prevent incidents among employees and guests. For example, a camera in a server center or computer station may make someone reconsider stealing or damaging electronics at a software or data storage center.

Cameras also contribute to employee safety. For instance, people may be less likely to bully or harass others if there's a camera in the kitchen, hallway, or above their cubicle. Additionally, if an accident occurs on a factory floor or warehouse, you can use security camera footage to support a worker's compensation claim. Risk management professionals often then revisit this footage to prevent the accident from happening in the future.

3. Above Sensitive Spaces

Anywhere that houses valuables, money, or sensitive documents should have a security camera. For instance, install a camera over the tip jar and cash register at a restaurant counter, or put a series of cameras over jewelry displays to protect the inventory. Remember that you'll want to monitor areas with small inventory from several angles since these items are easy to slip into pockets. Also, install motion-activated lights for the best view.

If you're ready to invest in your business' protection, contact SysQuick in Nottingham, MD. These skilled professionals offer high-quality security cameras and installation advice to ensure businesses throughout Parkville, Baltimore, and the greater D.C. area have effective systems. Call (443) 231-5627 today to schedule a consultation, and visit their website to learn more about their security options.