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Construction site planning
Construction sites change quickly. Map entrances, storage, equipment, boundaries and work zones first, then match cameras, power, network and recording to the current phase and the next planned move.
Select form factor, lens and low-light performance for gates, stores, yards and work areas.
Compare network cameras Wide-area PTZ coverageReview zoom, presets, tracking workflow, mounting and continuous blind spots for large sites.
Compare PTZ cameras PoE and transmissionPlan cable distance, wireless bridges, switch uplinks, surge protection and network separation.
View transmission equipment NVR and evidence retentionSize channels, bitrate, storage and display decoding for the full camera schedule.
Review NVRs Solar and 4G optionsAssess power autonomy, mobile coverage, data use and maintenance at remote points.
View remote-site cameras Site access controlCoordinate staff and vehicle entry points with the site's operating and safety process.
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Construction surveillance guide
The system must keep working as structures, power routes, storage areas and access points move. Use a phase-based design with documented coverage, network paths, retention and relocation responsibilities.
Mark public approaches, vehicle gates, pedestrian entry, materials, fuel, equipment, offices and perimeter gaps. Assign each view a purpose and review the map whenever hoarding, scaffolding, cranes or work compounds move.
Document fixed power, PoE cable routes, wireless line of sight, mobile signal and surge exposure. Use solar or 4G only after estimating energy and data demand, and keep a maintenance plan for batteries, panels, SIMs and remote links.
Define target distance, scene width, lighting and the detail required at each point. Entrances may need backlight handling and narrower views, while yards and boundaries may need several fixed cameras plus a PTZ for investigation.
Size channels, bandwidth and storage from the full camera list. Decide which events need notification, who reviews them, how remote access is secured and how footage is exported when an incident crosses several site zones.
Protect cables and equipment from vehicles, dust, weather and unauthorized access. Record mounting heights, device IDs, passwords, network settings and relocation dates so changes do not create blind spots or unsupported hardware.
| Factor | What to check | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Site zones | Entrances, perimeter, stores, equipment, offices and changing obstructions | Keeps camera placement tied to current operational risks. |
| Camera selection | Target distance, field of view, lighting, housing and movement | Determines whether recorded images answer the intended question. |
| Connectivity | PoE distance, fiber, wireless line of sight, 4G signal and uplink capacity | Supports dependable recording and controlled remote access. |
| Power | Fixed supply, PoE budget, backup, solar exposure and maintenance | Prevents outages at temporary or remote camera points. |
| Recording | Channels, bitrate, retention, alerts, playback and evidence export | Aligns storage and operator workflow with project requirements. |
| Site changes | Move schedule, documentation, ownership, cleaning and inspection | Maintains coverage as the construction layout evolves. |
Yes, if mounts, cables, network paths, device records and the next coverage plan are prepared before relocation.
Use wired PoE where practical for dependable power and bandwidth. Wireless links can bridge difficult routes but need clear signal planning, security and maintenance.
They can support remote points without fixed services when solar exposure, battery capacity, mobile coverage, data use and recording behavior are verified for the site.
Cameras can support deterrence, alerts and investigation, but results also depend on lighting, physical controls, response procedures and site management.
Set retention from contractual, insurance, legal and operational needs, then calculate storage from actual camera bitrate and recording schedules.
Provide a site plan, project phases, priority zones, power and network availability, retention target, remote-access needs, equipment quantities and installation conditions.
Surveillance can support investigation and operations but cannot guarantee prevention. Follow local privacy, worker-monitoring, signage and evidence-retention requirements.