Introduction

When we talk about CCTV (Closed Circuit Television) means camera surveillance systems that capture images of individuals or information relating to individuals to monitor variety of environments and activities. CCTV system be used to track or monitor what an individual or group are doing. CCTV captures images of people, which can be used stored, manipulated and disseminated .CCTV is a TV system in which signals are not publicly distributed but are monitored, primarily for surveillance and security purpose. CCTV is commonly used for a variety of purposes, including maintaining perimeter security, monitoring traffic and obtaining a visual record of human activity. It is no longer restricted to private property, shops and city centers but is increasingly being rolled out in school classrooms, bars and pubs and even swimming pool changing rooms.

CCTV scheme is designed to assist in prevention and detection of crime and aims to provide evidence to relevant enforcement agencies, maintain public order, prevent antisocial behavior and nuisance, provide reassurance, promote economic well being, the cameras record images 24/7 and are monitored at strategic times in a local monitoring suite. In the event of criminal of activity being observed on a camera these CCTV operators can direct police response to the incident. Some of the examples of providing CCTV are, Cars in car park are frequently damaged and broken in to at night. Consider whether improved lighting would reduce the problem more effectively than CCTV. Customers in a bank can see themselves on a monitor screen. This is acceptable as they cannot see anything on the screen which they could not see by looking around them. The only customers who can see the monitors are those who are also shown on it.

Monitors in a hotel reception are show guests in the corridors and lifts. They should be turned so that they are only visible to staff, and members of the public should not be allowed access to the area where staff can view them. A system installed to prevent fraud being carried out at an ATM may need to retain images for several weeks, since a suspicious transaction may not come to light until the victim gets a bank statement. Images from a town centre system may need to be retained for enough time to allow crimes to come to light. The exact period should be the shortest possible, based on your own experience. A public space CCTV camera records people walking down the street and going about their

Everyone has the right to respect for his private and family life, his home and correspondence. Article 8 of the Human Right Act, which protect us all against heavyhanded state surveillance and instruction. The right to privacy is far from absolute though and its often one of the first casualties when fundamental freedoms are dismantled in the name of tackling crime or terrorism. Invasion of privacy is the major issue it comes to any security system device like the CCTV camera system. It lowers the employee morale and hampers productivity at times. Instant monitoring of every activity might put the workers ill at ease.

Advantages of CCTV Camera system are the presence for surveillance will reduce petty thefts and vandalism in shops, malls and other public places. Since the activities are being monitored , fewer nuisances are likely to be created. It also reduces the loses due to shoplifting. The images and videos captured by a CCTV camera system are often recorded and stored into a database. These are helpful in maintaining records so that they can be easily retrieved later, when needed.

This is particularly helpful in customer service centers. The employees providing customer service may sometimes be subjected to verbal abuse or physical attacks. CCTV camera system helps to identify such instances and act immediately. It is also helpful to keep a tab on the activities of the employees. In legal cases of thefts and other forms of crime, video and images provided by the CCTV camera system can serve as a valid proof and evidence against the defaulter.

This assists in making legal claims as well. In Banks Prevent theft before it occurs. Monitor possible crime scene f or breakthroughs in investigation. Monitors suspicious visitors and their movements without their knowledge.Monitors break and intrusions when you are away.keep a check on errant house maids.

The advantages of CCTV cameras are that they are kept everywhere.So if a crime is committed the culprit will be eventually caught.One of the immediately obvious advantages is that the unit is no subject to the failure of any type of wiring.The cameras make use of wireless technology to accomplish the task hand.This absence of wiring that could fail or be cut means there is much less chance of something going wrong with the unit,Shorts of riping the entire camera out of place,there is not much that will slow the unit down.Another advantage has to do with the clarity of the images that are captured. Most of these wireless units have a high-resolution image that makes it very easy to identify faces and other physical characteristics. Security personnel can easily monitor all activities within range of the cameras and clearly note any suspicious or unauthorized behavior, while getting a clear image of the person engaged in the activities. Recording is another advantage of these wireless cameras. Many of the units on the market today make use of CDR technology making it possible to store more hours of surveillance on a single disk. This can be crucial for law enforcement officials, as well as persons who are responsible for conducting security in office buildings and manufacturing facilities.

Another advantages of these newer models of wireless surveillance units is that they are usually less expensive than most people would think.

Disadvantages of CCTV Camera System cannot monitor every area of your office or home at all times. Hence it cannot be considered as a foolproof method for crime prevention.

The intial costs incurred per camera are high. The installation may also increase the intial expenditure.It depends upon the complexity of the CCTV camera system as well. right places and manipulate with peoples privacy.Higher initial cost per camera. Fewer choices of manufactures.Lack of standards.By moving to remotely monitored CCTV site protection, you can experience the benefits of true crime prevention. Tackling crime shrinkage and loss is essential to protecting business profits. Instead of detecting crime after it has happened, you can stop criminal before they attack reducing losses,cutting downtime and minimizing insurance claims and management overhead. For companies using traditional manned security guards and mobile patrols, a switch to remotely monitored .CCTV systems provides 24 hours protection with big benefits. Results show savings of more than 80% on the annual security bill,as well as boosting security standards. For those with static cameras and reduced management overheads. By working with a remote monitoring station with BS 8418 compliance. You get priority police response. Every type of closed location can be protected, from construction sites, depots and factoties, to offices schools and colleges. The advanced technology used in remotely monitored CCTV gives you.Live intervention crime prevention 24 hours protection,

Summary CCTV surveillance has become a common feature of our daily lives. We are caught on numerous CCTV cameras as we move around our towns and cities, visit shops and offices, and travel on the road and other parts of the public transport network. Whilst the use of CCTV continues to enjoy general public support, it necessarily involves intrusion into the lives of ordinary individuals as they go about their day to day business. Our research has shown that the public expect it to be used responsibly with effective safeguards in place. Maintaining public trust and confidence in its use is essential if its benefits are to be realized and its use is not to become increasingly viewed with suspicion as part of a surveillance society. This code of practice replaces one first issued in 2000. Since then there have been advances in the way CCTV is used, the technology employed and the wider legal environment in which it operates. There have also been developments which may help achieve more privacy friendly ways of using CCTV. This revised code builds upon the previous guidance reflecting these changes and the lessons learnt of how it is used in practice. During the production of the code discussions have taken place with organizations that use CCTV and a public consultation exercise undertaken which generated many valuable comments. However, the objective of this code remains the same: helping ensure that good practice standards are adopted by those who operate CCTV. If they follow its provisions this not only helps them remain within the law but fosters public confidence by demonstrating that they take their responsibilities seriously. How CCTV is used in the community. Closed circuit television (CCTV) is used in certain public areas to protect your community, including town centers, roads, airports, and on some forms of public transport. CCTV images can be used as evidence in court, and you can also request CCTV recordings of yourself.

In the last decade, CCTV technology has improved enormously and became cheaper and easier to use eain verywhere, even individuals also can now install the basic CCTV system with ease. It is estimated that Britain is monitored by over 4 million CCTV cameras, making us one of the most watch nations in the world. It has achieved this public acceptance largely from well publicized successers in the media from many high profile cases where offenders have been apprehended solely as a result of the public area CCTV system the professional and responsible approach of most CCTV managers and operators, The operation of system to nationally recognized Model Codes of Practice and Procedures Manuals.and the legistaltive framework that exits around the use of CCTV systems in the UKwith the Data Protection Act 1988, Human Rights Act 1998, regulation of investigatory powers Act 2000 ,Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984, The Criminal Procedures and investigation Act 1996.

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