3 Common Causes of False Alarms
You did your research and decided a business security system would give you greater peace of mind. But perhaps you've found those reassuring alarms blaring at inconvenient times over harmless triggers. False alarms, while disruptive, often result from understandable causes. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, an estimated 94% to 98% of police responses to alarms are made to false alarms. Here are some frequent culprits behind false security system alarms. 1. Unexpected Guests Trigger Motion Sensors You notified your system you'd be out, only to get an alert of interior movement. The likely reason? You forgot that an employee would be swinging by outside of their usual hours. Motion sensors on automated systems, while helpful features, can't distinguish between intruders and expected guests. When scheduling unexpected shifts or maintenance, remember to adjust settings appropriately. It's additionally a wise idea to provide employees with phone numbers to call in case of...