Camera Locations Surveillance

Surveillance cameras can be mounted outside the home to provide recognition of someone wishing to enter the security perimeter area, such as a front door or driveway gate. They should be located where no blind spots exist or where it is not practical to use other types of sensors. 

Cameras can be mounted on any surface area of the home or garage where coverage is required as long as the area is illuminated sufficiently at all times after dark. They are often used in the interior of the home to monitor a child’s playroom or nurs- ery. Although not usually a problem in a residential application, certain legal implications are involved in using video surveillance cameras. 

They are not to be used where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy by individuals who are not aware that they are in a location where a camera is installed. This obviously does not apply to a person breaking into a business or home. 

Surveillance cameras can be used in most exterior residential locations; however, you should remember that a surveillance camera cannot be located where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy.