Custom Security Solutions for Condominium Buildings
Earlier this year we were approached by a building client looking to increase physical security in their condominium building without impacting the access and convenience of the residents. Following a careful security assessment of the building layout, vulnerable access areas and resident needs, we presented a security solution. This solution addressed both the requirement for enhanced building security and ease of use.
Security Video Surveillance
Digital security cameras were installed throughout the underground parkade and in key monitoring locations inside the building. The surveillance cameras offer high-definition digital images and provide a historical video record of activity onsite that can be used for the investigation of security incidents.
In addition to recording activity, the security cameras employ Remote Live Video monitoring. Live video monitoring allows TELSCO monitoring personnel to view the security cameras remotely when a security alarm is triggered. Having a visual connection to the monitoring site 24/7 for alarm investigation ensures that verified security alarms can be responded to with an increased sense of urgency.
Examples of security alarm triggers for the building include glass break detection alarms, security doors left open, and emergency pull station activation alarms.
Electronic Access Control
Electronic Access Control (electronic fob entry) was added to security doors throughout the building to limit access by unauthorized individuals while allowing residents to easily move throughout the building without a physical key.
Security doors remain locked at all times, with the exception of the main front entry door. The front entry door is programmed to automatically unlock each morning at 7 am and re-lock for the night at 9 pm. A valid electronic fob or security pin code is required for entry between 9 pm and 7 am.
The passenger elevator has been equipped with electronic access control and requires a valid security fob for use between 9 pm and 7 am.
If any of the security doors are forced or left open, an alert signal is sent to TELSCO for investigation using Remote Live Video Monitoring.
Access Control Security Doors are equipped with a small audio sounder to act as a reminder for residents when doors are left open.
Security Alarm Systems
A traditional electronic alarm system covers multiple areas in the building including:
- Building Mechanical Room Door
- Underground Garage Room Doors
- Main Front Entry Glass
- Security Lockbox and Entry Intercom
- Emergency West Exit Door
The waste garbage room alarm system is set up for automatic arming (9 pm) and disarming (7 am) to maximize protection and convenience.
The building mechanical room alarm system is active at all times unless a valid security pin code is entered.
The security alarm for the lockbox and entry intercom in the front vestibule is active 24/7 and triggers alarms if the lockbox or intercom equipment is tampered with or damaged.
Emergency pull stations by the residents’ entry gate are set up to trigger a security alarm when the pull stations are activated. TELSCO operators investigate the emergency alarms using Remote Live Video Monitoring.
ULC Building Fire Alarm Monitoring
The building fire control panel is monitored 24/7, and all fire alarms or system troubles are communicated to TELSCO’s monitoring centre. Building fire alarm monitoring ensures the fire department can be dispatched quickly in the event of an emergency.
Individual Residential Condo Unit Security
Several homeowners enlisted the help of TELSCO to install custom residential security solutions for the homeowners’ individual residential suites. The security solutions included TELSCO connect mobile smart phone app, wireless security cameras, electronic smart door locks, water flood sensors, and more.
The integrated security solution has been in place for several months now, and the security solution has proven to meet the requirements of the original request: increasing building security while maintaining convenience for the residents.