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    What Is the Relationship Between Alarm Systems and the Police?

    An alarm system is an essential part of the security system. As the name implies, it detects intrusion or fire incidents and raises the alarm, notifying you and the authorities of impending danger. According to Temple University College, 10% to 25% of all the calls the police receive are about alarms that have gone off for one reason or another. When your security components are triggered, a reliable alarm monitoring company tips off the authorities. In this article, you'll learn how alarms work and how the police respond to them. You'll also find out if your alarm system has any ties to the police department near you. Finally, you'll know why you should get the best, most reliable security system. How Do Police Responses Work? Not all alarms need police attention. In fact, many alarms are usually false and don't require the authorities' response. For that reason, many police departments reserve the right...

    C@tViz_S3O
    October 4, 2022
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    What Happens During a False Alarm?

    False alarms are pretty common in the United States. According to Statista, fire departments in the U.S responded to 2.8 million false alarms in 2018. Accidental false alarms contributed the biggest percentage at 1.3 million. False alarms in commercial properties or public institutions can cause commotion and possibly endanger lives. Additionally, your commercial property or institution could receive a fine for false alarms. What Happens During a False Alarm? During a false alarm, the alarm system produces a loud siren that requires your security code to turn off. The police and security company receive an alarm signal if no one inputs the correct passcode. According to the Office of Justice Programs, a false alarm takes up about two minutes of police time and typically two officers. False alarms cost a whopping $1.5 billion in police time. It wastes police time which could have been used to respond to other serious security issues. A majority...

    C@tViz_S3O
    October 4, 2022
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    How Much Money Can Be Lost by Inventory Shrink?

    When it comes to inventory shrinkage, there are two indisputable facts. If you have a large inventory shrinkage, you will lose a lot of money. According to the Center for Retail Research, North American retailers lose up to $45 billion worth of money due to inventory shrinkage yearly. On the other hand, proper management of inventory shrinkage increases profits. This is why it's important to manage and lower inventory shrinkage until it's below average. This can be done by installing integrated security systems. Here's an in-depth look at inventory shrinkage and how it can cause losses. What is Inventory Shrinkage? Inventory shrinkage refers to the difference between the available inventory and the inventory bought. In the majority of cases, the inventory available generally falls below the inventory that was bought. This causes huge losses. A lot of businesses lose billions of dollars due to inventory shrinkage each year. This has negative impacts...

    C@tViz_S3O
    August 29, 2022
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    How Common Are Business Alarm Systems?

    Business alarm systems are very important. Burglars tend to walk away when they notice that a business has an alarm system in place. Unfortunately, not a lot of businesses have alarm systems. According to Security.org, only one in seven businesses has an alarm system. Here's more you need to know about business alarm systems and why some businesses have them. Why Do Businesses Install Alarm Systems Businesses install alarm systems for a variety of reasons. One of the main purposes is to protect their premises and everyone in them. Employees are a company's most valued assets. This is why it's important to ensure that they feel secure and comfortable on the job. This is especially important for those employees who work late-night schedules. Your company's staff won't be able to perform their duties well if they are afraid of break-ins. Having alarms with buttons that can be manually activated will give your...

    C@tViz_S3O
    August 29, 2022
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    When Are Surveillance Systems the Most Important?

    According to Maslow, secondary to the basic needs of food and shelter, security is the second most important human need. Security may mean different things to different people. However, it is universally agreeable that surveillance is an essential part of security. Many criminal activities and thefts thrive on anonymity. The thief or burglar hopes that they are never noticed. Surveillance helps property owners keep an eye on their property 24/7 and deter both burglars and thieves. Sonitrol Security of Delaware Valley is arguably one of the best sources of cutting-edge surveillance systems. Audio-based security alarm systems Audio-based security alarm systems are one of the most effective surveillance tools. Audio-based intrusion detection systems are able to detect sounds or movements in a business premise or a home. These systems enable the property owners to listen in to any conversations and noises and determine the nature of abnormal activity going on. The alarm system...

    C@tViz_S3O
    August 1, 2022
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    What Is an Integrated Alarm System

    According to 2013 crime statistics released by the FBI, burglary offenses resulted in property losses amounting to roughly $4.5 billion, with the bulk of the burglaries (74%) being residential properties. To avoid being part of such statistics, it's crucial to be proactive by implementing measures, such as an integrated alarm system. How Does An Integrated Alarm System Work? As the name suggests, an integrated alarm system has many moving parts. It's designed this way to provide maximum protection for your property. Typically, you can expect this kind of system to contain security cameras, intrusion alarms, access control points, and more. Each part of the system has a specific function. For instance, access control points exist to restrict movement in your building, while security cameras enable you to see what's going on throughout your property. This multilayer protection is necessary because when it comes to safeguarding your assets from security threats, the more,...

    C@tViz_S3O
    August 1, 2022
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    Commercial Realty Group Hosts Annual Golf Tournament

    The day got off to a great start with a delicious BBQ luncheon. [gallery ids="15306,15307,15308,15309,15310,15311,15312,15313"] Here are some photos from the shotgun start. [gallery ids="15272,15273,15274,15275,15276,15277,15278"] A rain delay mid-afternoon caused an early reception until play continued. [gallery ids="15280,15281,15282,15283,15284,15285,15286,15287,15288,15289,15290,15291,15292,15293"] The highlight of the event was an appearance by Charlie Manuel, former Philadelphia Phillies Manager. [gallery ids="15295,15296,15297,15298,15299,15300,15301,15302,15303"] That's it for now. See you all next year....

    Pat F
    July 12, 2022
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    Why Your Business Needs Working Alarm Systems

    According to data from the Center for Problem-Oriented Policing, police respond to nearly 40 million alarm activations each year. As a business owner, it's in your best interests to invest in an office security system and state-of-the-art alarm technology. This can act as an effective deterrent in case criminals have an eye on your assets. Let's look at why it's important to have a working business alarm system. Lowers the Risk of Theft Theft is one of the biggest threats businesses face as it can result in significant financial loss. Without an effective office security system, anyone can just walk in and help themselves to your valuable property. You then have to incur the financial costs of replacing any stolen assets. On the other hand, having a working alarm system in place means that authorities are immediately alerted if the system detects any suspicious activities. Most thieves and criminals usually don't stick...

    C@tViz_S3O
    June 24, 2022
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    How to Help Prevent Inventory Loss

    Inventory loss can lead to huge financial losses for businesses if it's not managed. Fortunately, there are many effective ways to prevent inventory shrinkage. Doing this can save your business thousands of dollars, if not more, so the time and money investment are well worth it. Let's look at some of the top ways to reduce inventory loss. Enhance Office Security Generally, businesses have plenty of flexibility and options when it comes to enhancing office security. The simplest way to create a secure office environment is to keep your valuable inventory under lock and key. In addition, it's important to have a designated person in charge of protecting and monitoring your inventory. Other ways to boost office security include restricting access to areas where inventory is stored, installing a CCTV system, and keeping the premises secure with an alarm. These actions are particularly effective at preventing internal and external theft. According to...

    C@tViz_S3O
    June 22, 2022
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    Why Your Smoke Detectors Need to Be Continuously Checked

    Smoke detectors are very important, and they can be the difference between a minor fire problem and a huge disaster. These units are battery-powered, so you need to check them from time to time to ensure that the battery is still functional. There are lots of fires in the United States. Therefore these units are quite important. According to the HGI-Fire, a fire department responds to a fire every 24 seconds in the U.S. Here are some of the reasons why you need to check your smoke detector regularly. Dust Can Accumulate in Your Detector This is another reason why you need to check your monitor smoke and heat detectors from time to time. To prevent the accumulation of dust, you should vacuum the detector every six months. When doing this, you must ensure that you install a soft brush attachment around each of the vents. You must also keep in mind...

    C@tViz_S3O
    May 23, 2022
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