Winter Security: Protecting Your Business Premises in Cold Weather
Don’t Let Cold Weather Compromise Your Security
As winter sets in, colder weather and shorter daylight hours create new security risks for commercial and civic sites. From fogged-up cameras to vulnerable equipment left in the open, preparation now can save downtime — and costly incidents — later.
Key Tips for Winter-Ready Security
Tip 1: Improve Outdoor Lighting
- Install motion-activated lighting in walkways, car parks, and side entrances.
- Ensure cameras have night vision or infrared capabilities.
- Use anti-glare LEDs for high visibility without blinding staff or visitors.
Tip 2: Maintain Heating and Mechanical Equipment
- Check for vandalism or tampering on HVAC units and external assets.
- Add lockable enclosures to exposed heating infrastructure.
- Integrate temperature sensors that trigger alerts for freezing or overheating.
Tip 3: Weatherproof Your System
- Use IP66+ rated cameras, keypads, and access readers.
- Inspect seals, mounts, and cable entries for wear or exposure.
- Test gate motors and access points for freezing or moisture faults.
Winter Security: Downtime & Liability Prevention
Tip 4: Prevent Power-Related Outages
- Install UPS backup for NVRs and alarm systems.
- Keep entry/exit locks operational with emergency batteries.
- Set up automated alerts for system power failure.
Tip 5: Monitor After-Hours & Low-Traffic Zones
- Use AI-enabled cameras to detect loitering or movement in inactive zones.
- Schedule auto-arming during weekends and holidays.
- Add virtual perimeters to sensitive locations (e.g., equipment yards).
Tip6: Keep Emergency Exits and Paths Clear
- Clear drains and gutters to avoid pooling or ice buildup.
- Test all emergency exits for operability in wet weather.
- Make sure security and emergency staff have updated winter access protocols.
Closing Note:
Don’t wait for the first storm to find your system’s weaknesses. SCS can help you winter-proof your site and ensure critical infrastructure stays operational — no matter the weather.
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