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A CAMERA VISION
David Sulston champions body-worn cameras for frontline security at Oxford Properties
By Neil Sutton
For David Sulston, security decisions are based not only on his collected wisdom, years of experience and professional judgement, but common sense. Does the organization benefit from doing things a certain way? Can they be improved upon? Will a change
ultimately make us better security professionals and more effective in our jobs? When the answer is yes, Sulston is committed and decisive.
Such was the case when he led his employer Oxford Properties Group through a project that would see many of the frontline security professionals on its premises wear body-worn cameras.
The results, after almost five years in the field, speak for themselves, says Sulston. In recognition of his leadership, dedication and project management expertise, Sulston was awarded Security Director of the Year 2022 by Canadian Security’s advisory board based on nominations that were submitted on his behalf.
David Sulston has built a 30-plus-year career managing security for assets owned by Oxford Properties, a Canadian multinational real estate and property management corporation with a base of operations in Toronto and regional offices globally. His first security role was a summer job
as a guard while he pursued computer programming studies. “It was a lot of fun and I saw a lot of opportunity in it,” says Sulston. As he was promoted through the ranks he recognized a new career path was opening up and, he says, “I continued to enjoy the changing landscape.”
Through the 90s and early 2000s, Sulston took on more and more senior security roles in Oxford facilities across the Greater Toronto Area, including Scarborough Town Centre, Bramalea City Centre and Pickering Town Centre.
W hen Oxford Properties was looking for its first security director, Sulston added his name to the running. He was promoted into the role in 2008, and has maintained it to the present day.
He says one of his primary obligations back then was to oversee operations, as well as set security standards and processes for Oxford facilities — including industrial, hotels, multi-residential, commercial and retail — and then audit against those standards.
Two years before the pandemic started, he began to expand this mandate outside of Canada, build-
ing bridges into the U.S., U.K., France, Germany, Singapore and other geographies where Oxford has assets. The idea is to build standards around emergency management, occupational health and safety, and physical security. The ultimate goal is to write and implement global standards for Oxford that can be established as benchmarks.
of the industry [and] we need to protect our people, and dispel any issues on behaviour.”
At the time, there were few, if any, security departments or companies using the technology, he says. Police agencies, particularly in the U.S., tended to be the early adopters.
Sulston says he’s familiar with all of the counter-arguments and some
“We need to bolster the professionalism of the industry ... we need to protect our people.” — David Sulston, Oxford Properties
The body-worn camera project entered Sulston’s orbit around 2015 when he noted that one Oxford property had already implemented them in a very limited capacity. Immediately, he saw the potential and was drawn to the technology as an effective means to act as an objective third-party witness.
“I put it forward to our executive steering committee and said, we need to do this,” says Sulston. “We need to bolster the professionalism
of the initial industry trepidation about adopting body-worn cameras — you’re opening yourself up for unwanted scrutiny; you’re creating a permanent record that could come back to haunt you.
But all of these supposed drawbacks are actually the greatest strengths of body-worn camera technology, he maintains.
“Every 13-year-old has a camera and they’re taping everything,” says Sulston. And you certainly can’t
Frontline lifesavers
As far as David Sulston is concerned, security guards don’t get enough credit.
CANADIAN LIFE SAVER
Their good deeds sometimes go unnoticed — even those of the lifesaving variety. Overdose intervention, suicide prevention and CPR are all actions that have been performed by security guards in the line of duty.
control what they’re doing with that footage and where it will be posted.
Bodycam footage, on the other hand, is “a verified and unredactable recording of what truly happened.”
CANADIAN LIFE SAVER
Certainly there are commendations from their employers, and occasionally their actions receive positive media attention. But what was lacking was an organized, industrybased program that could truly acknowledge these security professionals.
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LIFE S AVER
With this in mind, Sulston co-founded the Canadian Security Lifesaver Association with Kevin Sanjari, president of Paragon Security, in 2020. The organization seeks nominations from the security industry, asking for examples of lifesaving incidents performed by frontline security. Nominations are judged by a panel of security industry professionals and awards highlight both individual and team lifesaving endeavours. (Note: Canadian Security is a CSLA media partner and editor Neil Sutton currently sits on the board of directors.)
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“The CSLA initiative seeks to celebrate the contributions that frontline security teams bring to the communities in which they serve,” the association announced in a statement when it first launched.
“I would encourage all security leadership to talk about the CSLA within their organizations and look for opportunities to nominate our frontline security professionals,” Sulston told Canadian Security when the organization was established.
In the past two years, the CSLA has achieved remarkable growth, with more than 140 nominations and nine awards.
“What I find truly inspiring about the CSLA is the reach it has across the provinces and territories,” says Sulston today.
“We’ve had nominations from Whitehorse to Dartmouth, and the stories are just jaw dropping. If the general public were really aware of the types and frequency of heroic actions security teams make every day, the positive perception of the industry would be through the roof,” he adds.
For more details about the organization and information on how to nominate a frontline security professional, visit www.canadiansecuritylifesaver.ca.
Sulston championed the idea, emphasizing the huge potential upside. Once the project had received the necessary approvals, including a review of its privacy implications, it was put up for tender and a competitive process between various manufacturers of body-worn cameras. The vendor ultimately selected to supply Oxford with the technology was Axon Enterprise.
Sulston relied on the expertise of his longtime colleague Neil Mathews, senior manager of emergency management and business continuity at Oxford Properties, to help manage the body-camera rollout.
Mathews was hired in 2008 as a commercial property security manager by Sulston not long after he took on the role as security director.
Mathews says that Sulston has been a mentor to him throughout his tenure at Oxford, encouraging him and supporting him as he built his own career. The two have collaborated during some of the biggest security challenges of the last decade or so, including the G20 summit of 2010 and the Pan Am Games of 2015 when Toronto acted as the host city.
Sulston provides mentorship to other security managers within the organization, whether they report to him or not, says Mathews. They all receive encouragement to pursue professional accreditation and development, including certifications available through ASIS International. (Sulston himself holds Certified Protection Professional and Physical Security Professional designations from ASIS.)
The cameras were first rolled out in 2018 to properties where they could be of the most benefit, including retail locations. Originally, 175 body-worns were deployed and that number has risen slightly in the four years they have been in the field.
T he cameras are assigned to shifts rather than individual guards, so they are shared. Once a shift ends, a unit is returned for charging and the next shift
equips another one.
The cameras are toggled on and off by the wearer, who immediately notifies anyone in the vicinity if they are in use. Footage is managed via an Axon platform called Evidence.com where it can be retained and recalled if ever required for review or evidence. Footage can also be shared seamlessly with police agencies, particularly if they are operating on the same technology platform. About 23,000 evidence files comprising 5TB of data are currently being stored by Oxford.
The effectiveness of the cameras was immediately apparent, says Mathews. “We not only saw a decrease in the intensity of interactions between people but we also saw an increase in the professionalism of security officers.”
For Sulston, the technology is an extra layer of protection, both for the guards and for the organization. Almost all of the guards working in Oxford facilities are on contract from third-party providers. However, the adoption of body-worn cameras hasn’t significantly changed those relationships. “We’ve always had good relationships with our partners. I don’t see it as a massive change. It is yet another tool to protect their teams,” he says.
The body-worn camera project is one amongst many that Sulston had led, championed and sometimes delegated during his professional security career. Those who nominated Sulston — a group of colleagues that includes Mathews — spoke of his commitment to the profession and encouragement of those around him.
“You can pick up the phone day or night and talk to Dave,” says Mathews. He recalls a week when he spoke to Sulston every day and only later found out he had been responding from the Bahamas while on vacation. “That’s just the type of guy he is.”
A more recent project championed by Sulston is guards carrying Nalaxone in select Oxford properties. The drug can be used to temporarily reverse the effect of opioids in overdose situations until emergency services arrive on the scene and administer medical attention. Again, for Sulston, this a common sense case of simply being the right thing to do. | CS
Unlocking the Future: Revolutionizing Surveillance with Electronic Access Control
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Integration and Scalability:
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Enhanced Security:
Electronic access control systems provide a higher level of security compared to traditional lock and key mechanisms. These systems incorporate advanced technologies such as proximity cards, smart cards, biometric authentication, and keyless entry to restrict access to authorized individuals. By eliminating the need for physical keys that can be easily duplicated or lost, electronic access control systems significantly reduce the risk of unauthorized entry or intrusions.
Flexible Access Management:
One of the key advantages of electronic access control is the ability to manage and control access privileges with ease. With a central management system, administrators can grant or revoke access rights for individuals or groups instantly. This flexibility allows organizations to adapt quickly to changing security requirements, such as granting temporary access to contractors or revoking access for terminated employees. Additionally, electronic access control systems provide detailed audit trails, enabling businesses to track and monitor access events for accountability and investigation purposes.
Electronic access control systems can be seamlessly integrated with other security systems, such as video surveillance and intrusion detection, to create a comprehensive security ecosystem. Integration allows for centralized management and monitoring of various security components, providing a holistic view of security operations. Moreover, electronic access control systems are highly scalable, making them suitable for businesses of all sizes. Whether it's a small office or a large enterprise, these systems can be customized and expanded to meet evolving security needs.
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Electronic access control systems offer unmatched convenience and efficiency compared to traditional lock and key systems. With keyless entry options, employees no longer need to fumble through keychains or remember complex combinations. Instead, they can gain access with a simple swipe of a card or by using their biometric credentials. This streamlined process not only saves time but also eliminates the hassle associated with managing physical keys. Additionally, in the event of a lost or stolen access card, it can be quickly deactivated, ensuring that unauthorized individuals cannot gain entry.
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In an era where security threats are ever-present, electronic access control systems provide a robust and efficient solution. With enhanced security features, flexible access management, seamless integration capabilities, and remote management options, these systems offer a comprehensive approach to safeguarding people and assets. As businesses and organizations prioritize security and convenience, electronic access control has become an indispensable tool for achieving optimal security outcomes. By embracing electronic access control systems, businesses can enjoy peace of mind, improved operational efficiency, and the ability to adapt to evolving security challenges effectively.
How artificial intelligence is redefining video surveillance
A panel discussion among security experts at GardaWorld, ECAMSECURE and RAD
In an effort to maximize the efficiency and productivity of their clients’ security system integrations, GardaWorld collaborates with several leading security companies in manufacturing and monitoring. These companies include ECAMSECURE, a GardaWorld-owned company and a leader in innovative, adaptable surveillance security solutions, and RAD (Robotic Assistance Devices), which delivers artificial intelligencebased solutions focused on workflow automation, via security and concierge services.
GardaWorld’s Mr. Scott Young, National Vice President, Security Systems and Technology, sat down with two other subject-matter experts to discuss the latest in AI-driven video surveillance. Read on to hear what Mr. Young and the following other leaders in the field had to say: Mr. Jordan Lippel, CPP, VP Sales at ECAMSECURE, and Mr. Mark Folmer, CPP, PSP, President at RAD.
Mr. Scott Young: AI is everybody’s favourite buzzword in 2023, and GardaWorld is endeavouring to be at the forefront of its impact on the security industry. To bring our Canadian customers the latest solutions
in AI-powered video surveillance, we’re very happy to be working with our sister company ECAMSECURE, as well as fantastic industry partners like RAD—both of which offer unique pieces of technology that bolt onto our existing physical security services.
There’s a fast-growing need for the new technologies these companies offer, and we’re deploying security solutions with AIdriven video surveillance as quickly as we can for our customers across the country. This includes ECAMSECURE’s Mobile Surveillance Units (MSUs).
Mr. Jordan Lippel: At ECAMSECURE, our goal is to protect our clients’ assets and people. And our MSUs are a big part of this. The cameras, the monitoring, and the AI that’s in the cloud as well as in the cameras are all helping to identify objects
before humans need to, which is really the goal. And when an event is verified through the AI and sent to the monitoring station for further verification, a human can then interact with whatever the situation is, whether it’s dispatching police, a guard or a two-way voice talkdown.
Mr. Mark Folmer: At RAD, our focus is taking robotic devices that are powered by AI and solving security issues in a different way. Our ROSA device, which stands for Responsive Observation Security Agent, delivers basic security services that were once reserved for security officers. It includes human recognition, loiteringdetection, vehicle-detection and firearmsdetection. It can audibly and visibly deliver a security message if there’s a potential threat, then push that information in an
“It’s really about deploying the right resource in the right place to be as costeffective as possible to keep people safe.”
— Mr.Young Scott Young National Vice President, Security Systems and Technology GardaWorld
alert back to a human in a monitoring environment for escalation. ROSA can be friendly too; it can welcome you to a facility during the day, and then put its security hat back on after hours.
AVA, which stands for Autonomous Vehicle Access, is a workflow device. So think about a security officer at a gate, and the basic functions of that done by a device—everything from data collection to driver validation to truck validation. Ultimate control is with an operator if required, and if not, it’s just full on autonomous, automated access.
Mr. Young: There’s always going to be a need for that human intervention— that response, that decision-making. But the point of all of this is about anomaly detection as early as possible in a safe manner. From a safety perspective, I would much rather have a ROSA device or an MSU detecting anomalies out in the field than having a security guard by themself patrolling a back alleyway in the dark. It’s really about deploying the right resource in the right place to be as cost-effective as possible to keep people safe.
Mr. Lippel: Ultimately, where we see the benefit of the hybrid solution with hardware plus humans is nights and weekends where there’s low activity or no activity, when there’s not a real need to have a guard just in case. What the technology does is help augment the high-peak areas as a backup, but also can help redeploy those critical physical security resources to other parts of the organization to be that force multiplier.
Mr. Young: Let’s talk about the monitoring stations. In our ULC-listed alarm monitoring centre, it’s not one operator looking at a bank of cameras like they did 25 years ago; they need to be given alerts. They need to be given anomalies with some
Lippel
Mark Folmer
President
“At RAD, our focus is taking robotic devices that are powered by AI and solving security issues in a different way.”
RAD (Robotic Assistance Devices)
reasoning behind it to investigate further, and that’s where the AI comes in.
Mr. Lippel: Exactly, everything is alert-based. They’re not looking at CCTV; that’s archaic. ECAMSECURE has a UL-Listed, TMA Five Diamond Certified Command Center operated 24/7 by trained agents. Their job is that once the autonomous responses from the device happen, like an audio message and lights from our MSUs, the agent can come on live within seconds to intervene with the suspect. We can then escalate further based on the orders of the customer, whether that’s calling an on-site guard, a patrol service or law enforcement.
Mr. Young: And with police resources stretched as never before, they’re able to prioritize a call from a monitoring station with a video-verified response and incident in progress.
Can we talk about some real-life case studies? I know, for example, a major issue across North America is the theft of catalytic converters. And major advantages with the MSUs are that they’re mobile, and don’t need power or data. They’re self-sufficient and selfcontained, so can be rolled out on a surface parking lot to detect catalytic converter thefts before they happen and as they happen.
Mr. Lippel: We have a really great recent example working with the Los Angeles Police Department. Essentially, there was repeated cargo theft on the railroads, resulting in millions of dollars in losses. And long story short, ECAMSECURE’s AI-
Vice
President of Sales
“Ultimately, where we see the benefit of the hybrid solution with hardware plus humans is nights and weekends where there’s low activity or no activity.”
— Mr. Lippel
— Mr. Folmer
driven surveillance solutions lead to arrests and the recovery of $20M in Los Angeles rail thefts. (You can read about it here.)
Mr. Folmer: I’ll go with a retail example, a multi-location convenience store chain. The issue was nuisance panhandling and loitering, which resulted in customer dissatisfaction and people not going into the store. So we deployed ROSAs and dialed in loitering detection. If somebody was dwelling in a place for X amount of time, the device would tell them they can’t be there.
What this means is no longer relying on a store employee to confront the loiterer, which could result in a potentially unsafe situation, and no longer relying on law enforcement—since they eventually kind of said, “hey, we’re not going to respond anymore, unless there’s really something going on.” So ROSA is a successful and cost-effective solution for them.
Mr. Young: It’s really been quite the year when it comes to artificial intelligence. We’re excited about where the technology is today, where it’s going in the future, and the value it’s bringing to our customers.
For more information about GardaWorld Security Systems, visit garda.com/protection
Jordan
ECAMSECURE
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In an increasingly interconnected world, the convergence of physical and electronic security has become a critical aspect of safeguarding individuals, organizations, and assets. This integration acknowledges the complex nature of security threats and the need for a comprehensive approach that combines both physical and electronic measures. One effective way to achieve this convergence is through the utilization of a professional services model. This essay explores the significance of converging physical and electronic security and outlines how a professional services model can enhance overall security effectiveness.
The Significance of Convergence
The convergence of physical and electronic security is essential due to the evolving nature of security threats. Traditional physical security measures alone are no longer sufficient to combat modern-day risks. With the rise of digital technology and interconnected systems, electronic security has become equally important. By merging these two realms, organizations can create a holistic security approach that addresses vulnerabilities across physical and digital domains.
The Professional Services Model
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detection, cybersecurity protocols, and incident response procedures.
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d. Ongoing Monitoring and Evaluation: The professional services model emphasizes the importance of continuous monitoring and evaluation to ensure the effectiveness of security measures. Regular audits and assessments help identify any gaps or emerging threats, enabling timely adjustments and updates to the security strategy.
Benefits of the Professional Services Model
Adopting a professional services model for the convergence of physical and electronic security offers several benefits.
a. Expertise: The model leverages the knowledge and skills of security professionals who possess expertise in both physical and electronic security and often specialize in one particular field - like network architecture or development and integration. While there is an upfront cost to utilizing the expertise of a professional service team, they help to reduce capex and opex expenses in the long run. Relying on a professional services team ensures a comprehensive approach and reduces the risk of oversight or gaps in security measures.
b. Customization: The professional services model allows security strategies to be tailored to the specific needs of an organization. This
customization ensures that security measures align with the organization’s goals, assets, and risk tolerance.
c. Integration: By converging physical and electronic security, the model facilitates seamless integration of security systems, ensuring they work together harmoniously to enhance overall security effectiveness.
d. Adaptability: The model enables organizations to adapt their security strategies as new threats emerge or technological advancements occur. This flexibility ensures that security measures remain up to date and relevant.
The convergence of physical and electronic security is essential in today’s interconnected world. By utilizing a professional services model, organizations can effectively integrate these two domains and create a comprehensive security approach. This model offers expertise, customization, integration, and adaptability, leading to enhanced security effectiveness.
As security threats continue to evolve, it is imperative for organizations to embrace the convergence of physical and electronic security through the implementation of a professional services model to mitigate risks and protect their assets effectively. If you’re looking for an experienced professional services team to secure your system and reduce risk, rely on BCD as your trusted professional service advisor on your current or upcoming projects. Visit www.bcdvideo.com/professional-services to learn more.
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The SolidEDGE solution is available in two models, the PNV-A6081R-E1T (1TB onboard storage capacity) and PNV-A6081R-E2T (2TB), both delivering high-quality, reliable video surveillance without a complicated setup.
With SolidEDGE, any organization, especially smaller operations with multiple locations, can deploy self-contained systems while fully realizing the potential of edge storage, multi-camera recording, remote access, and on-premise security system management. This cloud-managed solution allows users to easily customize and grow their surveillance systems based on their specific needs.
Deploying a system with the capabilities of SolidEDGE traditionally required a separate server, more wires, a larger installation footprint, higher installation costs and a system that was hard to manage.
The SolidEDGE camera system runs the full capabilities of Hanwha’s WAVE VMS on the edge. A single SolidEDGE camera can connect to and record up to five additional cameras for a total number of six cameras on each EDGE system Also, up to 30 servers can be merged with SolidEDGE through WAVE Sync, giving users incredible flexibility.
One sample scenario is putting a primary SolidEDGE camera over the register in a retail location, with another camera positioned toward the front door. The user can build from there with cameras at various positions. Other systems would have to put another edge recording camera at each location. Instead, with SolidEDGE, users can put Hanwha cameras in other form factors at that front door and be able to record back to the primary SolidEDGE camera. That’s how it easily becomes a camera system with multiple cameras attached to one main storage location.
As that same shop grows and expands to multiple locations, SolidEDGE grows along
with it. The unique addition of WAVE Sync allows easy cloud-based remote access and system expansion. If a franchise has three or four locations, they can connect them and have a unified platform to view everything.
SolidEDGE uses a rugged, industrial-grade Solid State Drive as opposed to commonly used SD cards or hard drives. Hanwha Vision purposely chose a storage solution that is ruggedized to function as a stable security camera whether it is installed on the side of a building, or in a vestibule where it’s regularly exposed to the elements and temperature variations. It’s a high throughput storage solution that delivers higher performance and greater reliability.
The SolidEDGE solution includes an SSD Status Management feature, which can be accessed from the camera web viewer and provides information on the health of the SSD drive. The SolidEDGE camera also delivers enhanced cybersecurity: TPM 2.0 (FIPS 140-2 level 2 certified), Device Certificate (Hanwha Vision Root CA, pre-installed), Secure OS/boot/storage, and Verified FW forgery.
Hanwha Vision’s SolidEDGE is truly a serverless system, offering painless setup and endless possibilities.
For more information about SolidEDGE or the full line of Hanwha Vision solutions, visit www.hanwhavisionamerica.com
Serverless surveillance, painless setup, endless possibilities.
The first true serverless, cloud-managed surveillance solution.
Streamline your surveillance with SolidEDGE, combining a dome camera, WAVE VMS Server, and up to 2TB of onboard SSD storage in one intelligent device. Eliminate complex hardware setups and scale your multi-camera recording capabilities using a secure, customized, and flexible system structure.
That’s the SolidEDGE from Hanwha Vision.