5 Reasons to Install an Avigilon Weapons Detection System

Schools are meant to be secure places of learning, and weapons have no place in a school unless it belongs to a security guard. With stories of school-related gun violence flooding the news, it’s important to be prepared to protect the students and staff of your Dallas, TX, school. A weapons detection system can alert you as soon as a weapon enters the building, allowing you and law enforcement to act quickly before the situation escalates. Avigilon’s concealed weapon detection system takes security screening to a new level with hassle-free, intelligent, and effective screening. These are five benefits of installing weapons detection technology in your school.

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1. No Invasion of Privacy and Quick Entry

No child wants or should have to go through a metal detector or get waved down by a security wand every morning. In addition to increasing a student’s anxiety, this old screening method can cause backups in letting students enter the building. Avigilon’s concealed weapons detection screens students and visitors from a distance. It can filter up to 60 people per minute, and students can walk in normally, side by side and in groups.

2. Flexible Setup

Every school campus is different, and Avigilon is designed to adapt to whatever your needs are. The weapons detection system is easy to set up and can be used indoors or outdoors. In addition, you can move the system around as your needs change or for special events. You can also choose one of five sensitivity settings for optimum security.

3. Facial Recognition

The Avigilon weapons detection system has facial recognition technology. So, if a weapon is detected, it can send you and law enforcement the profile of the person with the weapon. It also provides context to the situation to make the best decision for your school.

4. See Where Concealed Threat Is

The Avigilon CWD doesn’t stop at detecting the presence of a weapon. It can also show you where the weapon is on a person’s body. It will let you know if the weapon is in a bag, their pocket, or somewhere else so that you and law enforcement can make an informed decision.

5. Instant Alerts and Video Tracking

Avigilon’s weapon detection system integrates with their security offerings, so when a weapon is detected, an alert is sent to the Avigilon Control Center so you can respond immediately. Additionally, after a weapon is detected, video cameras will begin to stream live footage so you can track the weapon's movement for a quicker response. 

A weapon detection system allows you to detect and deal with a threat before any violence occurs. With rising school violence, a weapons detection system is a necessary addition to your school’s security system. 

Contact ASAP Security Services today to get started upgrading your school’s security.