How to Create a Safer and Technically Sound Commercial Space
The construction and design of buildings have come a long way from traditional brick-and-mortar spaces. Moreover, it looks like commercial spaces are safer than ever with innovative technological upgrades, especially when upgrading your security measures. That said, here are the latest trends regarding applying safety measures and controls, courtesy of Safety Canada.
Lighting Can Help You Spot Danger From A Mile Away
If your building has shared workspaces or adjacent offices, you’ll most likely have to use the same parking area or share your outside space with others. This is all the more reason to have ample lighting for security, as well as energy efficiency. So if you foresee the need for additional lamp posts to light up darker or poorly lit spaces, then be sure to choose lamp posts with aluminum or steel bases that not only look stylish but are often more durable and long-lasting too. Furthermore, you can even choose to use a decorative steel or aluminum base instead of just the stock-standard one if you want to add some personality to an otherwise ordinary-looking streetlamp.
Pay Attention to Fire Safety
Fire outbreaks can and do occur, and in commercial buildings, the effect could be catastrophic due to the sheer size and space that a fire can run rampant. Therefore, it’s essential to pay attention to fire safety and implement fire safety measures to detect even a hint of smoke if this occurs. One of the things you can do to safeguard each room within the building is to ensure each space has its own fire extinguisher and a fire alarm to notify you immediately of any fire hazards. Moreover, there should be an evacuation plan within view that clearly points to exits if there is a fire outbreak, not forgetting to check that all doors and windows can be opened wide if the evacuation route becomes congested for any reason.
Install An Access-Controlled Door To Keep Entrances And Exits Safe
Doors with an access control feature are an excellent way to keep criminals at bay. Moreover, it is easy to keep an eye out for suspicious people that want to enter your building unannounced.
Make Sure Your Windows Are Shatterproof
Since windows and glass sliding doors are an easy point of entry for criminals to break through and enter the building, it may be a good idea to install shatterproof glass (at least on the first floors) so that breaking through glass is not the first option for intruders wanting to gain access to a building.
Use CCTV To Keep An Eye On Suspicious Movements
CCTV surveillance works remarkably well at keeping people (especially criminals) on their toes when they are on the premises. CCTV surveillance cameras also work well at keeping tabs on various areas of the building that are hidden away or are obscure so that you can detect suspicious activity in these areas.
Use Electronic Access Cards
Electronic access cards are also an extremely effective way of ensuring that only prohibited staff and guests are allowed to walk through your door. Furthermore, access cards allow companies to monitor the comings and goings of their staff should this information be required for security purposes. Also, you can limit card use for guest visitors or those working on just a temporary basis to ramp up your security measures.
At the end of the day, visibility is everything regarding building security and safety. Therefore, you’ll most definitely want the correct lighting (and lots of it), including other measures to make sure your building is as criminal-proof as can be.
Safety Canada provides high-quality safety consulting options to give our customers a competitive advantage, as well as to consult with your company to provide safe work environments for all personnel. If you have any questions, let us know!
