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With so much product moving constantly at Thrift Shops, from clothes to home decor, there is an immediate need for security cameras. These high volume and high traffic thrift stores need to have CCTV equipment in place to help limit crime and bring peace of mind to the customers, employees and business owners.
Pros for Secondhand Store Surveillance
Employee and Customer Protection � Preventing crimes such as theft, burglary, assault, vandalism, etc. are of paramount concern to everyone entering a thrift store. Keeping them safe will keep them comfortable during their stay.Property Protection � Illegal dumping and vandalism such as tagging are also considerations for a thrift shop. Having the �eye in the sky� outdoors helps deter these incidents. You can find a great selection of vandal proof, weather proof, outdoor cameras here. Mitigate Liability Risk � Anytime an incident occurs at the thrift store, whether it�s theft or a violent crime, the insurance carrier will be notified and it can raise premiums. That�s why having a surveillance system in place can help limit the crime occurrences as well as help lower the costs associated with carrying the insurance. Cons for Thrift Shops Security Cameras
Coverage Angles � Just because you installed the latest and greatest security system does not mean that you will completely eliminate crime. This is why it�s important to properly install the cameras and cover all important angles. If there are blatant �black out� spots, criminals may figure this out and still continue committing crimes.
Breaking � A business owner always runs the risk that a thrift store surveillance camera can break due to tampering, hitting or any other vandalism. This is why it is crucial to have a proven system that can handle the punishment.
Consignment Store CCTV Equipment Setup Questions
Most thrift stores and secondhand shops are usually independently owned. This means that there is no �standard,� floor layout and merchandise varies greatly from store to store. To get an idea of the optimal surveillance for a particular location, ask yourself the following questions:
What are the greatest security threats to your consignment store? Have you had any criminal occurrences in the last year? If so, what kind? Have you experienced any theft, burglary or robberies? What type of neighborhood is the thrift shop located in?
Installation Advice for Thrift Store Security Cameras
By utilizing various technologies and products such as dome cameras, bullet cameras and PTZ cameras, you will get complete cover area on the floor. Some great PTZ cameras are located here. Have surveillance footage covering all critical areas and high value items. Vandal-Proof and Weather-Proof Outdoor cameras and the key to limiting after-hours crimes such as illegal dumping, vandalism, tagging, and burglary. 
