Construction Fence-Hopper Stopped with Help from Remote Video Monitoring

Safety is paramount in the construction industry. Construction business owners and management always have the safety and security of their projects top of mind- for both ethical and financial reasons. An injury or accident can become more than just a major liability- it can also cause project timeline setbacks and budget issues. 

After the professionals have left a site, the risks continue. Trespassers, vagrants, thieves- all may find a construction site tempting, and are even more likely to hurt themselves or cause damages, especially when they decide that under the cover of night is an ideal time to wander an unfinished jobsite. 

Nighttime in Colorado, and Stealth security professionals monitoring a construction site spot an individual approaching the fence line surrounding the snowy perimeter. The individual hops the fence, stumbling a bit before heading into the unfinished building, disappearing from camera view. Stealth’s operators immediately contacted local law enforcement dispatch. Officers arrived on site quickly, searched the site, and located the trespasser, arresting them off-camera. 

Help Reduce Liability Risks and Keep Sites Secure with Live Video Monitoring 

With a working environment that’s constantly in flux, soaring costs, and a thriving black market for stolen equipment and construction materials, construction jobsites face a range of security challenges. Theft, in particular, has long been a major concern for those in the construction business- a situation that was aggravated when the prices of materials soared during the pandemic. In September of 2021, the Pikes Peak Region of Colorado reported $1.04 million in losses and 250 open cases of construction site theft. 

Perimeter fences, as seen above, aren’t enough to keep out trespassers- and guards are both expensive and limited in their ability to watch an entire site. A proactive solution like live video monitoring can help. 

Stealth’s live video monitoring solution is customizable, can be adjusted throughout the duration of a project, and can be strategically placed throughout a jobsite to monitor key areas for suspicious or unwanted activity. Using a combination of cutting-edge video analytics-based cameras and the human intelligence of trained security professionals, Stealth monitors jobsites and properties in real time.  

When operators spot something or someone out of place, they can take immediate action, sounding warning speakers or contacting local law enforcement. Because we are able to provide police dispatch with live, real-time information and descriptions or criminal activity in progress, our call priority is typically elevated, and officers often arrive on site while suspects remain in the area.  

With the additional bonuses of recording and archiving of site activities, better security outcomes, the ability to manage sub-trades, and a more cost-effective solution overall, it’s no surprise that many construction businesses rely on Stealth’s live video monitoring to help keep their sites secure and projects on time and budget. Interested in learning more? Contact us today for details. Texas Private Security License Number: B14187.