With a growing need to educate our students about safety and security in our schools, it would appear that it just isn’t enough. Admittedly there isn’t one single solution; a digital video school security camera system can supplement other security measures and greatly reduce in-school violence and bullying.

With the social behaviours of our children in today’s society we are seeing events in schools like we have never seen before.  Student bullying is on the rise, while students may bring weapons or drugs in the school grounds.  Keeping an eye on all these activities now require comprehensive school security camera systems.

Digital video school security camera systems like CCTV work by using digital video cameras to capture video (and sound if deemed necessary) in various areas throughout the school area.

Initially the camera setup begins with the school play yard, and covering the outside perimeter of the school property.  Plus each hallway and classroom contains a school security camera so that the entire classroom is within the camera’s field of view.  These types of cameras record continuously and send their digital video signals to a Digital Video Recorder or DVR unit that stores the video files.  The DVR unit and monitor are normally located in the administrative office, security office, or another secure room.

There are several advantages to using school security camera systems.  Some of these include:

• Violence and crime deterrence – although a school security camera may not be able to stop events from happening, statistics show that the mere presence of security and surveillance video cameras deters students from engaging in such events.
• Student and teacher security – A school security camera system also deters individuals from outside the school system from entering the school to commit violent or criminal acts.
• Student behaviour documentation – Unfortunately there are many instances today when a teacher encounters a student with inappropriate behaviour.  Extreme inappropriate behaviour that results in disciplinary action against the student is all too often questioned by the parents, leading to a “”teacher’s word vs. the student’s” situation.  Nothing can be more helpful for the teacher and the student than a video and audio recording that documents the entire situation.
• School security and surveillance during down-time – Often times schools are not always manned and therefore empty.  A huge building with no one in it provides the perfect setting for acts of vandalism and/or theft.  A school security camera system can provide the school with 24/7 surveillance and document any activity that may be suspicious.

School surveillance and security systems are not limited to secondary or primary schools.  The school surveillance and security systems are used to help protect the children and the teachers not only from criminal or violent acts, but they also can be used to protect the school from wrongful treatment or abuse claims.

School security cameras may not be able to stop acts of crime, violence, or vandalism in progress, but they certainly can deter or prevent it.  If the cameras are being monitored either on-site or by a professional monitoring service, the system can also contribute to stopping an event before it is completed.

Technological advancements have made the school security camera so versatile that it can be used for just about any application.  Eversafe Australia has a variety of security systems to meet your needs, check us out today!

Imagine, being able to automatically close your curtains, dim your lights, turn on your music and set the temperature in your home at the touch of a button…

Now image that you can do all of that from anywhere in the world by simply logging in to your iPhone, iPad, any other smart phone or PC!

Home Automation Gives You The Flexibility To:

• Control your home environment how you like when you want to
• Live in a house that suits your lifestyle and responds to your changing needs, wants and desires
• Enhance your comfort, security, energy efficiency, safety and environment within your household

Home Automation

• security & safety
• lighting control (indoor/outdoor)
• climate control
• multi-room audio/video control
• home networking
• control audio video devices
• home theatre control
• blinds, gates and awnings control
• and so much more…

Home Automation – The Way You Want It To Be

Automated home security is just the beginning. You can design your ideal system to alert you about hazards in your home, control your home entertainment systems, manage the lights and temperature settings and much much more.

What is iPhone, iPad or iTouch Home Automation?

With Home Automation your iPhone transforms into a remote control that allows you to control and manage every electrical appliance in your home.

Using 3G technology your iPhone, iPad or any other Smart Phone device gives you the ability to control your home environment from anywhere in the world.

What we have seen with the introduction of the Internet is an emergent of Do It Yourself home security systems. Plus there is also an abundant of information about home security systems.

With the rising costs to our everyday living experiences, most home owners are looking to save a dollar or two where possible.

The DIY method

If you are considering using the DIY method for home security then there are a few things to consider.

You will probably cut your installation costs by as much as 50%, however I suggest you also consider the following:

-          Are you handy with tools and electrical equipment?

-          Are you extremely good at following technical directions?

-          What will you do if things go wrong, who can help you?

-          What happens if you install faulty wiring?

If you do decide to install a home security system yourself then take the time to ask yourself a few questions.

-          What are the standards by which you need to abide by?

-          Can the system that you are buying be upgraded at a later time?

-          Do you feel comfortable with the options and features of the system that you are installing?

-          Have you taken into consideration how much time you are going to have to dedicate to this project?

-          Do you really have the tools, time, knowledge and patience that it will take to tackle this project?

Getting a Professional

When you employ a reputable company to install your home security system, you can have peace of mind knowing that an expert is looking at you and your family’s safety and security.

Make sure you check with the company before signing up that they provide a guarantee for their work.

-          Most security surveillance systems can be quite a technical installation process. So bear in mind that professional installers do hundreds of home security systems every year.

-          It’s also important to get the right system for your needs, so a professional is the right person to advise on you that. What you through you needed may not be what you actually do.

-          It’s important to remember that your security installer will be on hand should anything go wrong. Peace of mind 24/7.

Whether you decide to install a home security system yourself or leave it up to the professionals is completely up to you. One thing is sure. If you choose neither option then you will have an increased chance of being burgled.

Because of this we do want to be more protected in the community, homes, schools and work. However is this all just hype and are we becoming over-protective?

Well, just like any purchase, buyers of home alarm systems need to decide whether the investment is worth the expense. Basically, will a home alarm system really be of help when it comes to an emergency situation?

Why purchase a home alarm?

Generally most people install a home alarm to prevent theft, as it provides a feeling of safety and security for your family. However there are several others reasons that might be appealing to home owners including:

• Personal protection and safety. Many people install a home alarm because they feel it will protect their home and possessions from theft while they are away, as well as provide an early warning system in case of intruders while they are at home.
• Theft deterrent. Theft deterrent differs from prevention because the offender does not enter your home in the first place. This is why many people who have purchased home alarms display the company logo in a visible place for all to see.
• Internal monitoring system. Some households use their home alarms as a way of monitoring those inside the home. For example in homes with teenagers, elderly or people with a mental illness.

Are they worth it?

The main strength of the home alarm, as far as personal security, is in its ability to deter a burglar. Often just placing a sign on your door or fence can be enough to discourage potential thieves.

However, when it comes to more experienced thieves, a deterrent sign won’t be enough and quite often neither will the alarm system itself. That is because they know how long they have to carry out the theft before someone is alerted or arrives to your property.

In saying that, home alarms do serve a very valuable purpose. They are an effective monitoring system and successful in deterring criminals most of the time. Plus they are effective warning systems in case you are home at the time of the break in.

This holds true even more for parents and schools when it comes to protecting the safety of our children at school. It is very common now for both primary and secondary schools to have security surveillance systems installed in the schools grounds to improve the safety for children.

If your school has not yet installed a security system, then your first step is to understand the pros and cons. By becoming more informed of the advantages and disadvantages, you make the decision to install or not to install so much easier.

• Monitoring of bullying
• Monitoring truancy
• Monitoring of unauthorised intruders into the school (day and evening)
• Reassurance and peace of mind for parents of their child’s safety
• Monitoring and protection of equipment, vehicles and property
• Monitoring of student punctuality
• Providing a safe environment for students which is a pleasant place to learn and study
• Constant monitoring remote entrances into site/school buildings
• Monitoring and surveillance of busy corridor areas
• Record and surveillance of entry for management purposes and to show who was present at time any damage has taken place

A burglar will act on easy or tempting opportunities, especially when the risk of being caught is low and it is evident that no one is home watching.

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When asked if he believed that being notified of this security breach was better for his peace of mind than simply leaving it up to the authorities, he enthusiastically responded that the ability for him to view his premises in real time from where he was (interstate) gave him much more peace of mind and relieved his stress levels much more than would have been the case if he was left waiting to hear back from the security patrol taking place.

Fortunately for this clever Melbourne homeowner nothing in his home was disturbed, and thanks to his recently installed Iphone home security automation system, and a real time view of his home, he had instant peace of mind that his most important assets were safe and secure.

Eversafe provide a wide range of Home Security Systems, from the basic, to the fully automated. For a personal consultation about your needs, or to receive a Free Security Inspection of your home, simply Contact Eversafe Security Call (03) 9001 0900 Today Or Visit, www.eversafe.com.au to learn more about our Home Automation Products.

Insurance representatives have reported that homeowners can make massive savings on insurance premiums by installing a basic security system.

Even a basic home security alarm can reduce the cost of most policies, but some high tech homeowners have gone further.

Recently Eversafe Australia have worked with many local homeowners to transform their homes into electronic fortresses by installing home automation systems, keyless entry (biometric and key card) and CCTV cameras which relay footage back to their smart phones.

A recent survey by RACV estimated that one in 71 homes in Victoria are burgled each year – that’s one home every 19 minutes!

At a minimum homeowners should do an inventory of their home security measures once a year. This will ensure you are aware of any security weak spots in your home and allow you to address them before they catch the unwanted attention of would be thieves in the area.

Of course, there must be a balance between home security measure and the aesthetics of your home. You don’t want to be living in a prison cell, but you want to ensure that your home security system is a visible deterrent and protects your home, family and assets effectively.

Eversafe Australia have a wide range of Home Security systems designed to suit homeowners needs from a basic alarms to technologically advanced all encompassing home security systems.

For more information contact Eversafe Security Call 9001 0900 Today.

While you may think that Closed Circuit Television, or CCTV as it is known, is really only used for business or commercial security, the good news is that CCTV technology has evolved to a point where it is now practical and affordable for many home environments and security upgrades.

With an Eversafe monitored alarm, you have taken an important step in protecting your home. But  we’re now finding a growing group of customers who are looking to further increase their levels of security through the addition of CCTV to their home security package.

CCTV in a domestic situation has multiple uses, including further deterrence to burglars, supervision of front and backyards, recognition of people who come to the door or, worst case scenario, confirmation an intruder has entered your property.

And cameras can be viewed remotely – you can watch your home when you are away, from a secure internet site or compatible mobile.

“In commercial security, CCTV technology has been growing for many years, adding extra protection for business owners by monitoring people, equipment and materials movement, as well as offering OH&S surveillance,” explains Paul Mase “We are now seeing the hi-tech features of CCTV at affordable prices for home owners.”

To find our more about CCTV security options for your home or business, telephone Eversafe Security Systems on 1800 009 995 or View This Months Online Security Offer