SAFETY & SECURITY Securely in control
Electronic access control systems can enhance security by offering a centralised solution to building management. Systems manufacturer Paxton explains further
he protection of employees and assets is a priority for any business, so an adequate access control system can go a long way to addressing common security concerns in workplaces. With straightforward solutions, such as IP-ready access control systems that connect directly to the local network, you don’t have to be an IT expert to take advantage of the benefits of enhanced building security. The technology can also be integrated with a range of third-party systems, such as CCTV, biometrics or fire and intruder alarms, offering a cost-effective centralised solution to building access management.
T Advantages
Networked access control has several benefits over using traditional lock and key, with an important factor being that numerous security functions can be centrally and conveniently managed on a computer. These functions include controlling the flow of people in a building or restricting access to certain parts of it; switching utili- ties on or off to save energy; or generating attendance reports. Moreover, unlike physi- cal keys, electronic access control tokens can easily be barred from the system if they are lost, stolen or unreturned.
Access control software can also be used as an effective human resources tool that can generate attendance reports. By allocating specific token readers for clocking in and out, the software can be used to log the working hours of employ- ees, note periods of time out of the office during holidays, appointments or unpaid leave. Reports can then be exported for use with a variety of HR applications and be used for monitoring.
Universal management
Many systems are easy to manage from anywhere. Access control can be centrally managed on-site from a computer or remotely through an internet-connected device, making it a truly versatile building
management solution.
Some access control software solutions allow system administrators to grant varying permissions to different users. This might be used for the benefit of health and safety requirements – like preventing untrained staff from operating certain machinery – or to stop people from accessing restricted areas, thus reducing the potential risk of accident to staff and visitors. Since access control systems can determine where people are within a building, they can be used to identify key areas of footfall and switch lighting or heating on or off as required in order to increase energy efficiency.
Systems can also carry out a range of functions that are beneficial to a business’s duty of care to its staff. This includes automatic generation of a roll call report in the event of a fire or provide DDA compliance through hands-free access control for wheelchair users, and hygienic contactless access for healthcare facilities.
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An example of an electronic entry panel © Paxton
Electronic access control tokens can be barred from the system if they are lost, stolen or unreturned
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