Suspicious Trespasser Browses New Home Construction with Flashlight

Unfortunately, construction site trespassing is more a matter of fact than simply a risk or security concern. Perimeter fencing and other traditional methods of signaling “keep out” to unwanted visitors doesn’t seem to faze many, and with the soaring prices of construction materials and thriving black market for goods, simply browsing sites out of curiosity is less common. Thieves targeting jobsites for materials and equipment theft has become the norm. 

So, how can construction businesses and jobsite management help deter and disperse thieves and other unwanted activity on their sites? 

A little after 7:00 p.m., Stealth security professionals received notification of an individual approaching jobsites in a new home construction location being monitored. The individual approached methodically, taking out a flashlight and seeming to inspect the jobsites, looking for materials or equipment that could easily be removed. Onsite warning speakers were activated, and operators contacted local law enforcement dispatch as well due to the nature of the activity being observed. Officers arrived on scene quickly, and were observed interrogating the individual. An email regarding the incident was sent to the client as well. 

Help Speed Response Times and Deter Unwanted Activity with Remote Video Monitoring 

Trespassing, theft, vandalism, vagrancy, and liability risks are all common problems on construction sites. Rising materials costs can make even a small incident a major inconvenience, impacting budgets, timelines, and relationships with clients.  

Rather than waiting for the discovery of missing materials, proactive security solutions like Stealth’s remote video monitoring can help deter and disperse criminal and other unwanted activity on your jobsites before the damages are done. With Stealth, analytics-based surveillance cameras are strategically placed throughout the jobsite, and trained security professionals monitor the surveillance feeds when triggered, watching for suspicious or unusual activity.  

Just as in the case above, when our professionals spot someone or something out of place, they are able to react in real time, sounding onsite alarms or contacting local police when needed. With the ability to provide police dispatch with real-time data and descriptions of activity and suspects, police typically elevate our call priority and respond to our calls faster. 

Want to save on security costs and improve jobsite security outcomes? Learn more about Stealth and how we can put remote video monitoring to work at your jobsites by contacting us today. Texas Private Security License Number: B14187.