Security Camera Locations You Should Consider for Your Small Business

As a small business owner, security cameras are an essential part of your protection and crime deterrence. Many businesses will use standard cameras in the main area of the business or near the entranceway, but this security coverage may not be enough.

When you plan out your security needs, learn about why you may need to consider these extra locations for security cameras.

Outdoor Dumpsters

The dumpsters at your business may have a majority of trash, but you still could need some added protections with the dumpsters. Luckily, a security feed at the back of your business might capture a lot of suspicious activity. For example, you may have dumpster divers who seek out thrown out goods and items in your dumpsters.

No only could the outdoor dumpsters provide an injury liability risk to anyone climbing inside the dumpster, but your dumpster may also contain sensitive data and information that you thought was safe tossing out.

You can install a system that sends motion alerts anytime someone goes near the dumpster. The dumpster camera can also monitor employee activities so you can ensure nothing important is tossed out and that your business dumpsters are not used for personal trash and waste.

Additionally, a security camera with night vision will enable you to see footage of potential pests throughout the night. If critters like raccoons, rats, and skunks get into the trash, the camera footage can detail the actions and showcase exactly how they get in. From there, you can implement more safeguards to protect the dumpster and lock out pests.

Supply Closets

A supply closet contains a lot of essential items for your business. If you've noticed the stock going down too quickly or missing items, then consider a security camera for the supply closet.

For instance, an overhead dome cam can capture a full view of the supply closet and provide you with detailed visuals of actions inside the closet. As soon as the supply closet door opens, the camera feed will record. At the end of a workday, you can go through all the motion events. You also may have the option to look back at multiple days if you feel like an excess of items are missing.

If the closet has a motion sensor light that turns on when you enter, then you do not need to worry about extra features like night vision. A bright closet light provides plenty of illumination.

Storefront Windows

While many business owners may mount an exterior camera high up on the exterior wall, you could access an alternate angle and have more perspective with a camera placed in the storefront window. A high-quality storefront camera can capture the details of everyone who approaches your business or enters inside.

Additionally, placing the camera on the interior of your business means you do not have to worry about rain, wind, or other weather conditions impacting the business. When your business is closed, the camera can capture any form of suspicious activity, including vandalism or an attempted break-in.

The visual of the camera in the window will also provide a natural deterrent as passersby can see the security device right in the window. And if you have an office at the business, you can easily see who comes inside without leaving the comfort of your office. Modern security systems offer live views of the premises, which you can monitor on multiple devices like a phone.

For more information on security cameras and installation, contact us at Phoenix Access Control. Our experienced security technicians can help you find the ideal camera locations and select the best camera options for specific areas at your small business.