Vehicles are very important to be aware of in a workplace. A vehicle can be used as a weapon, to conceal weapons or take part in a crime. All can affect both the business and its employees. It is a business’ obligation to provide a safe working environment, being aware of hostile vehicles will be apart of this.
In recent years, vehicles have become a weapon of choice for those wishing to cause harm, therefore it is important for you to be aware of the threat at hand and how you could mitigate possible solutions.
Control of vehicle access could mean the difference in a life-threatening situation. You are able to control and know what vehicles are on premises at all times. The means that those without a legitimate reason for visiting cannot enter. The control of access will also allow your CCTV operations to get a better view of number plates and persons entering the property, this will be helpful to deter as well as help catch any persons participating in illegal actions.
If you are able to slow traffic, discuss with your building and facilities management individuals to apply traffic solutions to slow vehicles in your area. By slowing the traffic, careless and reckless driving is able to be managed and brought to safety guidelines. For example, setting a lower speed limit whilst on premises, or having a particular passage to follow around the area or even traffic lights.
Security barriers are another way of containing any dangerous driving in order to protect areas which may be susceptible to vehicle attack. Depending on the security barrier, often vehicles sustain sufficient damage preventing or physically slowing the attack.
CCTV systems should be a priority in your workplace in order to have evidence if anything were to happen on your property, either to the business or to employees. It acts as an efficient safety measure, deterrent and helps to solve or prevent future criminal acts.
WINNS Services can provide access control and CCTV services tailored to YOUR business. We pride ourselves on exceeding expectations and working with clients to offer the best solution to your queries. If you have any questions regarding the security services offered at WINNS or would like a quote, don't hesitate to call us on 01702 719100 or email us at info@winnsservices.co.uk