[BCMA] Museum security question

[Moderated BCMA subscriber listserv]

Hi Anne,

In 2021 we had a series of thefts from our sheds, in which the thieves used
bolt cutters to get in. Because of that, we bought some security items like
cameras, lights, and robust cut proof padlocks. The locks were purchased
locally and installed immediately after the first break in, and withstood
several attempts with the bolt cutters before the thieves decided to remove
the latch completely. After that, we bought the other equipment. We use a
combination of Motion Sensor Lights and Cameras that charge using solar and
record everything on SD cards. They also work with wifi if you have wifi
access across all your buildings. Since we've put the cameras and lights
up, we haven't had any more thefts or break in attempts. The cameras are
mounted about 15 ft off the ground, so they are visible but high enough
that they can't be messed with.

If you have any other questions, feel free to email me directly!

Cheers,
_____________________________________________________________

*Brittany Newman    **(She/Her**) *       Executive Director

Golden Museum and Archives
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On Tue, Mar 25, 2025 at 12:28 PM Moderated BCMA subscriber listserv <
listserv at lists.museum.bc.ca> wrote:

> Over the past year we are having break in problems. Nothing has been
> stolen so far, just sleeping in some of the old buildings. Not so much in
> the winter, but in the summer.
>
> The society is wondering what other Museums use for security such as
> cameras, lights etc.?
> Would greatly appreciate any input.
>
> Thank you
> Anne
>
> Anne Davidson
> Nechako Valley Historical Society
> davidson886 at outlook.com
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