In this digital age, the ability to safeguard personal information is critical. This is true across the residential areas or business environments in general and no less so in the world of senior living communities. While UKCCTVmonitors the premises of the housing area, privacy laws and personally identifiable information combine to make data security a high priority for senior housing.
Role of effective security at assisted and independent living communities
As almost 95% of burglaries and robberies across the UK were not solved in 2018, having an effective security system is of utmost importance. Here are the characteristics of an effective security system:
- Difficult to use, so that it prevents access
- Highly secure, flexible and scalable
- Capable of ensuring that there is no hacker activity
- Must provide comprehensive alarming and reporting from time to time
Below are the things that an effective system does:
- Protects residents within their homes, apartments, and facilities
- Protects assets crucial to your operations
- Protects your business and workers from unsafe situations
- Act as a major deterrent to crime
Also, the existing technology can be the key to improving your security process and make your community a safer place for everyone.
Role of Tech
" Resident security technology is increasing as we see operators looking for more advanced ways to create a safe environment converge with manufacturers' increasing interest in the senior housing marketplace," says Product Manager, James Jansen in an article by McKnight's Senior Living.
Brad Hyder, Marketing Director for TekTone Sound and Signal Manufacturing believes that resident security is in a period of rapid growth. "With more companies giving emphasis on research and development, new technologies are altering the canvas for resident security measures and standards around the world," says Hyder. "Also, newer medical technologies and an increased need for wireless networks are pushing desire for more facilities to want integration across all the leading platforms."
Having the appropriate technology allows security officials to be more aware of security hazards, address some major issues and use the CCTV footage as proof if an incident occurs on the property. It can also make your maintenance department more effective as the security staff can tell them to solve issues that they may see while on rounds.
Importance of mobile
As almost everyone has a mobile phone, it can be used to improve security measures. Smartphones are really changing the way staff can perform their activities in senior living communities. They provide the ability for security officials to make their rounding more effective, with capabilities like barcode scanning for sensitive areas.
Also, with a system that houses all of the information of the housing area, you'll be able to take a decision on the assets that might be in danger or are causing a safety issue. When you have instant access to all the data, you can prevent issues before they occur.
