The sound of alarm alerts occupants that there is an emergency in the building, but it can’t tell them what the nature of the emergency is. It may be a fire, but it could also be a security threat or… Read More
Archive for May, 2014
Using Electronic Access Control to Secure Medical Records
The medical records of patients contain significant amounts of personal information. Not only do patients expect that this information will be secured, government regulations require it, and impose stiff penalties for breaches of medical records. “Under new HIPAA rules, non-compliant… Read More
Taking Control with Access Control Systems
As innovation and technological developments bring new security technologies to the market, access control is cementing its status as an integral part of a comprehensive security solution. Access control systems allow for complete control over countless functions in a facility…. Read More
How IP Security is Making Hospitals Safer
Logistically, hospitals are among the most difficult kind of facilities to manage. Hospitals are often located on large campuses involving several buildings which see the use of thousands of employees and patients on a non-stop 24/7 cycle. Coordinating the workings… Read More
Fire Safety With Low Frequency and Integration
In hotels, fire alarms are designed to make loud, intrusive noises that most people will hear and react to. However, people with hearing problems may not be able to hear the high-frequency sound produced by a fire alarm. Studies have… Read More