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Check/Activity
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Procedure
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Daily
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Is the system operating? |
Play back 30 seconds of recorded video and confirm that all cameras are being recorded. |
| Are the cameras aimed properly, in focus, and not obstructed? |
Review live images from each camera to ensure this. |
| Are the time and date correct? |
This is dependent on the system design. |
| Is the removable recording media (i.e., tape) properly installed and in the record mode? |
Check that the record indicator is active and that the tape counter is advancing. |
| Is the system secured? |
Check physical locks on cabinet and/or doors. |
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Monthly
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Clean lenses and camera housings. (Care must be taken to avoid damage and misalignment.) More frequent cleaning may be necessary depending on environmental conditions. |
Follow manufacturer’s specifications. |
| For systems using removable media (i.e., tape), recording mechanisms should be cleaned. |
Follow manufacturer’s specifications. |
| Check environmental controls (temperature and humidity) to ensure that they meet manufacturer’s specifications for all system components. |
Follow manufacturer’s specifications. |
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Annually
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Complete system preventative maintenance check. |
A qualified CCTV technician should perform this check. |
| For digital systems using hard drives for storage, a check for bad clusters and other disk errors should be performed. |
Refer to manufacturer’s instructions and specifications. |
| Ensure written policies and procedures regarding system operation are up to date. |
Review existing policies and procedures and revise as needed. |
| Ensure employee competence in system operations, including alarm-mode response. |
Conduct operator training. |
| Ensure system output to compact disc meets law enforcement needs. |
Write sample images from system to removable media and review images on separate computer system. |
| Ensure that reusable media is replaced. |
A system operator should perform this check. |