Closed circuit television (CCTV) refers to a type of surveillance system whereby footage recorded by video cameras is transmitted to television monitors on which the footage can be remotely viewed. CCTV allows for continuous monitoring of multiple sites and real-time surveillance whereby footage can be viewed as it happens. CCTV systems also store video surveillance footage in digital file format for future reference.

There are a number of applications of CCTV in residential and commercial settings.

Residential Settings

1)      Nanny cams

CCTV nanny cams are used to monitor hired caregivers in the home, such as a babysitter, governess, nurse, or nurse’s aide. Homeowners can use nanny cams to ensure their children and elderly loved ones are getting the attention and care they deserve. Nanny cams have the additional benefit of allowing homeowners to monitoring everyone who enters the home, such as maintenance workers or even party guests.

2)      Front door cams

CCTV front door cameras are video cameras that allow homeowners to monitor the entrance to their home. They help control access to the home by providing a way to check to see who is at the door without having to open up or look outside. Front door cams help homeowners weed out unwanted visitors such as door-to-door salespeople and also boost security my recording footage of everyone who approaches the entrance of the home.

Commercial settings

1)      Loss prevention

CCTV cameras are used in business places, such as retail outlets and banks, to help prevent losses due to shoplifting, robbery, or fraud. Loss prevention cams are also very useful in other places where theft can occur, such as in schools, restaurants, and museums.

2)      Employee monitoring

CCTV cameras may also be used in settings such as daycares, nursing homes, mental hospitals, or assisted living facilities to make sure employees are providing responsible, quality care and not shirking their duties.