Home & Commercial Safety Blog
Welcome to the SEi Security safety and security blog. Here, we’ll cover topics that concern both residential and commercial security along with tips to keep your family and business safe and secure.
Open/Close Reporting: The Simple Way to Know Who’s Coming and Going
What is Open/Close Reporting? It helps business owners or managers track when their businesses are being opened/closed (armed/disarmed) as well as letting them know who is the first to arrive and last to leave. For example, imagine you are the manager of a bookstore but you took the day off; and when you came back the next day you see that the store had not been cleaned or closed down properly....
Outdoor Camera Placement
Many businesses, restaurants, or stores often have cameras inside watching guests and employees to ensure safety of doors, busy areas, etc. What about outside? Have you had issues with things going on in the parking lot or around your building and wished you had eyes out there as well? Outdoor cameras are just as important to keep a company safe, with that being said, where do you place them?...
Key Madness
Does your store, restaurant, or gym hand out keys to employees? Do you know how many employees have keys? Have those keys ever been copied or duplicated without your knowledge? Have they all been returned once an employee leaves? These are all great questions to think about as a business owner or manager! Hard copy keys are great for smaller business, older buildings, churches and so many other...
Temperature Monitoring – Commercial Setting
What is Temperature Monitoring? Temperature monitoring is the process of measuring and reporting the temperature of a specific environment or process. A temperature sensor or probe can be placed anywhere in your building for example in a cooler or freezer, to analyze the temperature of the room or space and alert you if it becomes too hot or cold. This notification will allow you to regulate and...
Are you ready for your Video system in the Cloud?
Do you have video at your place of business or at home? Does the video system you use today have a local Digital Video Recorder (DVR) or a Network Video Recorder (NVR)? What if we could replace them with nothing and give you superior video? Can you easily access your video from anywhere using your mobile device? Is it simple and does it work every time you need it? Your new system will be simple...
Safeguarding Your Business: Best Practices for Your Business Access Control Security Management
In today’s dynamic work environment, ensuring the security of your workplace is paramount. Access control solutions can be essential for safeguarding sensitive information, protecting valuable assets, and maintaining a safe and efficient workspace. By implementing an access control solution, you can prevent unauthorized entry, reduce the risk of physical data breaches, improve the safety of your...
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: A Serious Threat
Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is a serious threat to you and your home. This odorless and colorless gas can cause severe harm and even death without warning. According to the CDC, more than 400 Americans die annually from CO poisoning unrelated to fires in the United States. Over 14,000 people are hospitalized due to CO poisoning each year. According to US Facts, Nebraska had one of the highest...
Avoid These Top 7 Home Security Mistakes for a Safer Home
When it comes to home security, avoiding common mistakes can significantly enhance your safety. Let’s explore some crucial missteps and how to rectify them: 1. Relying Solely on Self-Monitored Systems: Using a self-monitored system instead of professional monitoring might seem convenient, but it has limitations. What if you’re in a critical meeting, you’re on a plane, on vacation, your phone is...
Essential Tips for Avoiding Pitfalls in Security Camera Placement
When placing security cameras in or around your home, several crucial factors come into play. Ensuring you capture the necessary footage while avoiding common pitfalls requires thoughtful planning. Let’s dive into some practical tips for camera placement: Outside Placement: 1. Doorbell Cameras: Doorbell cameras are popular for outdoor surveillance. However, consider their placement carefully. If...
11 Best Practices for Safeguarding Your Home While on Vacation
Vacations are a time for relaxation and enjoyment, but the absence from your home can invite potential risks. Here are some best practices to safeguard your home while you're away, ensuring peace of mind during your travels: 1. Smart Lighting: Utilize home automation to set up a lighting schedule that mimics your usual activity, deterring would-be intruders by making it appear as if you're home....
Additional Posts
4 Ways to Enhance Energy Efficiency with Home Automation
If you are trying to make a positive impact on the environment, not to mention your bank account, energy efficiency is one solution. According to the US EPA, “Using energy more efficiently is one of the fastest, most cost-effective ways to save money, reduce...
6 Essential Security Measures Every Business Should Implement
Let’s face it: running a business involves keeping many balls in the air. Business owners are always looking for ways to streamline tasks so they can be more efficient. One area of running a business that is often frustrating, time-consuming, and frequently outside...
Protecting Your Home and Health: Essential Measures Against Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a silent intruder, an unsafe gas that creeps into our homes undetected, causing harm without warning. Its danger lies in its stealth: it is undetectable to the naked eye and the symptoms it brings on resemble common fatigue or flu symptoms,...
6 Popular Business Enhancements to your Current Security System
There are many ways that you can protect your business – from locking doors to video surveillance. But, there may be some blind spots within your business that can be enhanced by adding to your current Security System. Let’s explore six security elements that could...
5 Ways to Integrate Your Fire Alarm System with Home Automation
When it comes to home safety, few things are as crucial as a reliable fire alarm system. But did you know that you can enhance your fire safety measures by integrating your fire alarm system with home automation? This powerful combination can make a significant...
Why Construction Sites Need Video Surveillance
Video surveillance on construction sites and job sites plays a crucial role in ensuring security, safety, compliance, and overall project management. It provides a valuable tool for preventing theft, deterring vandalism, monitoring progress, and protecting the...
10 Practical Ways Home Automation Can Simplify Your Daily Routine
In today's fast-paced world, time is a precious commodity. Home automation offers a range of solutions to help simplify your daily routine and make your life more efficient. From managing household tasks to enhancing security, the benefits of home automation are...
7 Ways You Can Protect Your Business as Shoplifting Increases
Shoplifting has become a significant concern for businesses in recent years, leading to substantial financial losses and increased security risks. In fact, according to this article, it is a growing problem for even the most secure and largest retailers. While this...
5 Ways to Keep Summer Fun by Keeping Summer Safe
It’s summer! School is out and it is time for kids to have fun and make memories. From pool time, vacations, playing with friends & neighbors, and just being able to have some fun and use their imaginations. I don’t know about you – but some of my fondest...
3 Safety Areas to Focus on While Spring Cleaning
As the weather warms up and the flowers start to bloom, it's a good time to think about doing some spring cleaning your home with safety in mind. While you go about decluttering your living space and refreshing your wardrobe for the new season – you will want to keep...