CCTV system proves successful on builders merchant site

A BSIA member has reported that its remotely monitored, detector activated, CCTV service, which provides vital out-of-hours protection for a builders merchant has reduced theft at the site by an impressive 80 per cent since it’s gone live.

The Ossett, West Yorkshire branch of James Burrell Limited opted for the CCTV service after it experienced trouble during its first six months of business. Thefts were taking place primarily at night or on Sunday mornings, which caused growing concerns. The solution saw cameras and detectors placed strategically around the site, which link to the BSIA member’s BS8418 compliant Remote Video Response Centre (RVRC). This means operators can view the site and on-screen plans as well as issue verbal warnings via on-site speakers to intruders and alert the police. It has been reported that this solution is a sufficient deterrent in over 90 per cent of incidents.

This success is fuelling demand for event-driven CCTV amongst builders merchants whose large and often secluded sites with valuable stock readily visible make them particularly attractive targets for criminal gangs and opportunists.

After their positive experience at Ossett, James Burrell Limited used the CCTV solution at a second location this year.