The construction sector plays an important role in Indonesia’s economy. Data shows that this sector involves thousands of projects across the country, with tens of thousands of stakeholders involved, in various types of development, ranging from commercial areas such as office buildings, residential areas, transportation infrastructure, and other public facilities.
Disruptions that occur in the construction sector have a significant impact on stakeholders. These include property development companies, construction companies, workers, suppliers, as well as the wider community as a whole.
One threat to construction projects can arise from the disruption of access control, both for workers and material flow. This can cause delays in construction progress, which can lead to increased operational costs and delayed handover of construction to stakeholders. If access control is not properly maintained, the risk of theft or sabotage may also increase, threatening the sustainability of the project.
Therefore, a key question arises: how to optimize access control in construction areas, so that perimeter security can be best maintained?
Security Threats in Construction
At the construction perimeter, disruptions to the access control system can occur in a variety of areas that have a potentially large impact on the smooth running of the project. One of the things that causes a high level of vulnerability is the area of intense and rapid mobility of people and goods. Disruption to access control can result in a significant slowdown in the construction process.
Other vulnerable areas such as loading docks, warehouses, and junkyards are also a focus in securing the construction perimeter. These areas have a high risk of theft and sabotage, which can result in material losses and delays in the project. Therefore, close surveillance and effective access control are required to maintain smooth operations.
In addition to maintaining the security of the construction perimeter, there are other security threats that need to be considered. The safety of the workers is a crucial factor. This involves not only supervision but also education and enforcement of the use of personal protective equipment such as helmets and harnesses. Awareness of the importance of “zero accidents” not only protects workers but also maintains project productivity and reputation.
The growth of the construction perimeter, as the building process progresses, is another area that requires attention. Expanding construction areas and taller buildings create additional challenges in maintaining perimeter safety.
Therefore, to ensure the smooth running of the project and the safety of all stakeholders, it is important to have an integrated security strategy.
Integrated Security Solutions for Security in the Engineering and Construction sector
Security threats to the construction perimeter in the form of access control disruptions, theft-prone areas, and worker security, to the construction perimeter that continues to grow as development progresses, can be mitigated through Nawakara Integrated Security Solutions.
Effective security measures do not only lie in swift manned guarding or the use of sophisticated access control systems, more than that, collaboration between the elements of man, machine/technology, and method is the key.
Security Risk Assessment in Engineering and Construction
Security Risk Assessment (SRA) for construction facilities aims to identify potential threats, vulnerabilities, and impacts that may occur during the construction phase of a project, and formulate a plan to reduce these risks.
The first step is to identify all physical assets, sensitive information, and valuable resources in the construction project. This could include buildings, equipment, data and more. Next, from this information, we try to map the potential threats and vulnerabilities that arise both internally and externally, and then determine the level of risk based on these threats and vulnerabilities.
Once the risks are well-mapped, a planning stage will be carried out to reduce or mitigate the risks. This can include implementing additional physical security measures, staff training, emergency response planning and more.
There is also ongoing monitoring of the effectiveness of the security measures implemented. The SRA may be revisited periodically and adjustments will be made if necessary.
This process involves all relevant parties, including contractors, suppliers, and other parties involved in the project to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the risks and mitigation measures.
Security System and Concept for Engineering and Construction
Once the SRA stage is complete, the next step is to determine the security system and concept for the construction perimeter. Based on the SRA results, Nawakara can recommend an effective blend of man, machine/technology, and method security elements.
The manned element applied to construction perimeter security includes Manned Guarding which can be equipped with a patrol system with android (Nawakara Digital Patrol), with mitigation in the form of regular rotation of Manned Guarding officers and supervision from supervisors.
While the machine/technology element includes an Access Control System that can be applied to several layers/zones, CCTV Analytics based on artificial intelligence, an Alarm System that is used to provide warnings of security measures. These are then integrated with a Command Center, which is used to monitor visually and in real time, which can mitigate various security threats in the construction perimeter.
Finally, in terms of method, Nawakara can act as a consultant in terms of determining policies and procedures related to security. To support the security design that is created.
Security Solutions for Engineering and Construction
Nawakara’s Integrated Security Solutions are effective and efficient security solutions for construction perimeters. With an initial Security Risk Assessment (SRA) approach, we can identify vulnerable areas that could potentially compromise security.
Integrated services from the security elements of man, machine/technology, and method to its integration with the Command Center, can also facilitate you in business processes, so you can focus more on running your business and avoid operational disruptions caused by security threats.
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