Detect Trouble Before It Starts with Avigilon Cameras

The core features of a successful school security system are deterrence, detection, and mitigation of potentially dangerous and disruptive situations. One of the most effective means for accomplishing this in Houston, TX, schools is through video surveillance and, specifically, Avigilon cameras. 

You can deter or reduce the probability of a security incident through physical and psychological barriers. Video surveillance acts as a psychological hurdle, demonstrating a site is protected, and the perpetrator will be identified. It offers detection through remote monitoring and notifications sent to school personnel. Lastly, it provides mitigation by reducing students’ and staff vulnerabilities through early detection and lockdowns.

Here, we’ll explore how Avigilon fits into this picture and why schools are turning to this solution to enhance security.

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The Difference Avigilon Makes

Unlike other security camera manufacturers who have moved operations overseas, Avigilon’s video analytics software, hardware, and surveillance cameras are manufactured in Plano, Texas, or in a production facility in Richmond, B.C. Their priority is creating high-quality security products that benefit local job markets.

The result is some of the most advanced technologies in the field. These include the following: 

• Early Detection: Avigilon cameras can identify loitering, unauthorized vehicles, and abnormal behavior. When spotted, an alert is sent to security personnel, who can investigate the situation and stop it from escalating.
• School-Wide Lockdown: Mitigate potential harm to students and staff by enabling staff and district-level authorities to initiate a lockdown from anywhere remotely. Onsite, teachers can use panic buttons that trigger an alarm and alert first responders. The security cameras focus on the potential intruder, following them and alerting law enforcement to their whereabouts.
• Maximum Awareness: Installing cameras at strategic locations ensures maximum awareness and lets operators watch over large areas they would be unable to cover with their physical presence.

Complete Integration

Avigilon cameras integrate with leading commercial security systems, including access control devices and alarms. Should a security event occur, the system immediately alerts security staff. Whether a camera recognizes a license plate that’s on a watch list or a person exhibiting aggressive behavior, school security will know and can take action. This scenario is a perfect example of detection and mitigation in action.

Should an incident occur, the captured footage can be used for evidentiary purposes. 

Discovering the Latest Advancements in Security

As school violence continued, our team at ASAP Security Services created SECURED, a podcast where we speak to leading experts regarding the challenges we face and the possible solutions. From facial recognition to video analytics, you can discover the advancements that help deter, detect, and mitigate threats to our students and staff.

At ASAP Security Services, we provide state-of-the-art security solutions to school districts throughout Texas. With over 75 years in the industry, you can be confident in our ability to provide the optimum security solutions for each specific environment. To learn more about Avigilon cameras or to schedule a complimentary consultation, contact ASAP Security Services today.