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A camera on the wall is not the same as a camera that works. CCTV is most valuable when it is part of a plan: pointed at the right places, kept in good order and connected to people who act on what it shows.
Place cameras where they matter
Begin with entrances, exits, reception areas, loading bays and any location where valuables are kept. Think about what each camera needs to see – a general view, or enough detail to recognise a face or read a number plate – and choose its position accordingly.
Do not forget the light
Even a good camera struggles in poor or uneven lighting. Check the view at night and at different times of day, and avoid pointing lenses directly at bright lights or windows.
Someone has to look
- Decide who monitors live views and who reviews recordings
- Set a simple routine for checking that every camera is working
- Know in advance how a recording will be retrieved if it is needed
Recording an incident helps you understand it afterwards. A person watching can help prevent it.
Respect privacy and local rules
Place cameras only in suitable areas, display clear signs where appropriate, and follow the rules that apply to your location for storing and sharing footage. If in doubt, take advice before installing.
Maintain the system
Clean lenses, check storage and keep software up to date. A system that quietly stopped recording weeks ago offers a false sense of security.
