Construction Site Security

Construction Site Security Guard Services in Toronto & Mississauga

To the average passer-by, construction sites offer little of interest. But those in the construction industry know better. Construction sites are of great interest to criminals who are aware of the value of the various tools, materials, and equipment found within their boundaries.

Construction site and project managers have a lot to think about when it comes to security. These sites are rife with security challenges due to being outdoors without clear barriers from public view. In order to protect builder and stakeholder investment, a security plan must be a top priority.

Potential Hazards on Construction Sites

Security and safety hazards on construction sites include, but are not limited to:

• ▸ Slips, Trips & Falls
• ▸ Theft of tools, materials, and equipment
• ▸ Vandalism and property damage
• ▸ Trespassing and unauthorized access
• ▸ Organized crime targeting high-value materials
• ▸ Overhead hazards

Prevention Is Key

Since construction sites exist outdoors, they require effective perimeter fencing with a minimum distance of 5–6 feet from fence to site materials, and 24-hour active oversight to secure properly. Without construction site security guard oversight, sites are vulnerable to theft.

A security guard's presence communicates to those with questionable intentions that security precautions have been prioritized on site. Effective signage indicating trespassers will be prosecuted — backed by active monitoring — deters the vast majority of would-be criminals.

Gatehouse Attendants

An effectively secure construction site is limited to one or two points of access, which should be locked when not actively monitored. Your security program should outline who has permission to access the site, what entrance standards must be met, and who is not permitted to be on site. Gatehouse guards document and screen every visitor, as well as their times in and out of the facility.

CCTV Surveillance

Your construction site security guard provides tremendous value, but guards cannot be everywhere at once. Guards should have access to CCTV monitoring stations, allowing them to address suspicious activities quickly and effectively. CCTV has routinely been used to identify vulnerabilities in security programs and to identify suspects. Using a construction site security guard alongside a monitoring program puts control in the hands of your guard — concerns can be identified and acted upon in seconds to minutes.