Having worked in a school setting, I can honestly say that the security of students and staff is on your mind all day long. From the moment you step foot in school in the morning, to the minute that bell rings at the end of the day, keeping your students and staff safe is your top priority.

Part of the struggle in keeping schools secure is quickly and effectively reacting to a situation with as much accurate information as you can possibly obtain. A stranger at the door, a car approaching the gate, a loud sound in a remote area of the building – these are all scenarios that happen on a regular basis and many times are perfectly harmless. However, to truly be prepared in any given situation, you must first be ready and equipped with the proper tools for the job.

Violent or threatening incidents in a school environment are happening across the country at an alarming rate and school security has become an increasingly hot topic of conversation. The good news is that many schools are responding to this by implementing or adjusting their safety procedures in hopes to diffuse a volatile situation.

The bottom line is that school safety is about being vigilant. To successfully monitor your surroundings, it is paramount to upgrade your school’s security surveillance system. Being proactive and collecting as much information prior to an individual stepping foot inside your school building is the best and safest way to proceed. In order to achieve this, it is crucial to install security cameras with high resolution imaging. Installing access control systems in different areas can also help oversee the flow of people in and out of the school building.

The benefit of having an effective school security system is the ability to control your environment from a safe vantage point. From your computer screen, you can view real time images, zoom in on faces and license plate numbers as well as any other minute detail that could illicit action and diffuse a situation. Having each staff member equipped with a key to enter the building is also a proven method to keep a building secure.

In having the proper security equipment, you are actively choosing to do all that you possibly can to assess a situation to achieve a safer result.

Digital Provisions believes in providing smart and proactive tools to maintain a level of safety and security for all students, teachers, fellow community members and all who spend their days in our schools. We specialize in designing and installing audio and visual surveillance specifically geared for schools on Long Island and New York City.

Contact us to learn more about the tools and technology we offer to keep your school safe and secure. Call 631-209-2600 to schedule a FREE site security design.

Article Written By Lindsay Butler