CCTV Monitoring Protects Construction Site
On construction sites, proactive protection is vital. When spaces are left empty, at night or during the day, equipment and materials can become attractive targets for intruders or a space for curious minds to explore. Though fencing and signage are visual deterrents, trespassers are not always deterred. This case study shows how Corps Monitoring’s alarm activation services helped deter a group of intruders at a client’s construction site, preventing any damage to the site with rapid detection, effective audio intervention and immediate escalation via swift communication with police services.
Incident Overview: Alarm Activation Receives Immediate Response
One afternoon in April at a construction site in Edinburgh, the Corps Monitoring Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC) was alerted to an alarm activation that showed a group of individuals crawling under the gate and entering the site. Within seconds, the detection activated the audio challenge system, and the operator issued a live warning through the site’s public address signal. The intervention did not immediately deter the intruders, and the ARC notified the police to attend the site. Officers then attended the site within half an hour and led the intruders offsite, and the site was once again secured.
CCTV Monitoring: An Essential Investment
- Immediate Response Capability: Live video and audio monitoring allow security operators to respond instantly, preventing incidents before they become serious.
- Proactive Security Approach: Stopping intruders saves significantly more money than addressing theft, property damage, or processing insurance claims afterwards.
- Customisable Solutions: Security monitoring systems can be tailored to address specific vulnerabilities, whether for expansive commercial properties or compact renovation sites.
- Documented Security Events: In case of incidents, crystal-clear HD footage provides conclusive evidence for law enforcement investigations or insurance documentation.
Corps Monitoring’s Specialised Offerings
Corps Monitoring delivers comprehensive remote security solutions customised for commercial, residential, and construction sector requirements. Our core services include:
- CCTV Sensor Activated Monitoring: Alarm activation technology integrated with cameras automatically generates alerts, enabling operators to review footage and confirm potential threats.
- Remote monitoring: Security professionals at the Corps Monitoring Centre deliver continuous observation, verbal intervention, and emergency notification—providing uninterrupted protection without on-site personnel.
- Intruder Monitoring: All suspicious activities undergo real-time assessment, with security breaches promptly reported to designated contacts and emergency responders as appropriate.
- Fire Alarm Monitoring: Beyond theft prevention, Corps operators also track fire alarm activations to help minimise extensive property loss.
- CCTV Surveillance: Particularly valuable for vulnerable or busy locations, this service enables ongoing visual assessment and active threat response.
- Corps Protect – Lone Worker Monitoring: We deliver critical safeguards for isolated workers through emergency alert buttons, location tracking, and scheduled check-ins, all continuously monitored by our operations centre. Compatible with various devices, including smartwatches, identification badges, discreet personal alarms, and Halo wearable cameras, allowing personnel to select the format best suited to their particular work environment.
Conclusion: Real-Time Reactions Deliver Swift Results
With intrusions like these, every second counts. Within seconds, these intruders were made aware that the site was monitored and that they needed to leave immediately. In some cases, this deterrent is enough. We have evidenced sites where an audio warning deterred an intruder, and police involvement was not required.
But when intruders continue to stay on site, an ARC’s split-second response means that police intervention can occur as quickly as possible.
