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Safety Is the Most Critical Component of Business Ownership
Protecting your property, your assets, and most importantly, your occupants is the most important consideration in commercial building design plans and must be part of an ongoing maintenance program. Protecting your property and people from all threats should be a business owner’s number one concern, and comprehensive security protection with all components of commercial security systems significantly improves safety to reduce injuries, fatalities, and/or property damage.
Commercial Security System Components
All components of a commercial or security system must work together as an integrated, cohesive unit to provide maximum protection. Integrated commercial security systems allow for a more accurate and quicker response to quickly address emergencies. The most important components of a commercial security system include:
- Commercial fire alarm system
- Physical safety and security structures and building features
- Access security and control
- Video surveillance system
- Commercial monitoring services
Commercial Fire Alarm System
A commercial fire alarm system must be installed to meet all local, state, and federal building and fire safety code regulations. A commercial fire alarm system provider should have in-depth knowledge of all code requirements, including local regulations such as the City of Chicago Building Codes as well as all National Fire Protection Association, NFPA, standards. Local fire alarm system providers should assist companies with approval from the local authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) when installing code-compliant fire alarm systems.
Installing only UL-listed equipment that meets all code compliance regulations and is inspected and maintained by a licensed and trained fire alarm system provider will ensure faster detection of fire, smoke, or gas and fewer false alarms. Integrated fire alarm systems with commercial security equipment and software allow for wireless connectivity with total control remotely through desktops, smartphones, or apps.
Physical Safety and Security Structures
Ensuring that your building is physically safe and sound is of the utmost importance to prevent unwanted intruders and to protect property and people against weather and environmental dangers. Security glass that is tempered and laminated helps to eliminate injury upon breaking. Security alarms integrated with mass notification systems allow for quick evacuation or lockdown of certain building structures while communicating to occupants. Fire doors and firewalls should be installed where appropriate, and elevator recall and safe evacuation structures must be present and communicated to occupants.
Access Security and Control
An access control system is critical to prevent unwanted intruders and to make sure that all employees are accounted for in case of emergency. Access control systems can help to reduce workplace violence, can save lives when evacuation is required, and can also provide protection against theft.
Video Surveillance System
Video surveillance significantly improves security, especially when occupants are aware they are being recorded, or potential intruders are instantly aware of a video surveillance system. Video surveillance protects occupants and the company against violence, vandalism, and theft. Additionally, if a security breach is encountered, video surveillance should capture the actions and identities of those involved.
There are various types of video surveillance systems with different types of cameras, including those with wide lenses, night vision, and features such as remote live streaming and cloud storage.
Commercial Security Monitoring Services
Even the best integrated fire alarm and security equipment will do absolutely no good if it is not monitored. Fire alarm and security monitoring are critical to achieving the results necessary for ensuring safety and security. Commercial monitoring services ensure that first responders are quickly dispatched in case of emergency.
High Rise Security Systems, HRSS, is a leading provider of commercial fire alarm and integrated security system solutions, protecting people and properties in the Chicagoland area for nearly 20 years.
HRSS is recognized as a leading commercial fire alarm and security system provider with in-depth knowledge and expertise in all commercial security system components. We offer high-quality, UL-listed equipment and comprehensive services to protect businesses and commercial properties of all sizes. Contact us to speak with a fire and life safety systems specialist to improve your commercial fire and security protection system.