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Question re cameras
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Dear Sir,
    I am a Lawyer from India, New Delhi. I want to know the legal implication of installing the CCTV Camera at Metro Station and if some theft as alleged by some passenger, the CCTV camera is not working, what is the legal implication on the owner.   
with regards,
Shankar
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Answer
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    Most likely none.
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regarding my comment to alarm dealer who wants to draft his own contracts [August 9 2012]
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Thanks for my first belly-laugh of the day!
Brian Schmidt
SCHMIDT SECURITY PRO
Mansfield, OH
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Ken
    the question about the contracts and copying from ADT , et al has to be a joke from someone in the industry. No one can be that stupid, or can they ?
RON PETRARCA
Electronix Systems
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alarm industry education
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Dear Ken,
    A comment about alarm industry education...  You said "With a little more effort I believe alarm tech training can and will equal or exceed the training an electrician receives" ... there IS education for those who want it. Metropolitan Burglar & Fire Alarm Association of NY sponsors two courses:
    ELECTRONIC SECURITY SYSTEMS INSTALLER TRAINING 70 Hour Course for Burglar Alarms, Fire Alarms, Closed Circuit Security Cameras, CCTV, Access Control Systems and much much more! This is an intensive, seventy-two hour program. Classes meet two evenings a week. Starts FALL 2012
    This training program was developed in partnership with the Metropolitan Burglar & Fire Alarm Association at the:
New York City College of Technology
The City University of New York
300 Jay Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201
 
INFORMATION – REGISTRATION -- (718) 552-1170 or cjohnston@citytech.cuny.edu or Visit the web site: www.citytech.cuny.edu/academics/continuinged
 
    This course is designed to train men and women with no previous knowledge in the industry for entry-level employment in the field of security systems installation.
The course provides comprehensive teacher-led instruction in basic security installer topics and skill sets as well as hands-on experience.
    After successful completion of the program, students will be prepared for employment in the security industry as a beginning technician or beginning field installer.
    The technician or field installer is someone who installs, maintains, repairs, replaces, tests and services the operation of security systems in accordance with industry standards and codes, and local, city and state regulations.
    Attendance in the Electronic Security Systems Installer Program would be beneficial to:
Youth (18+) looking for a technical career in an expanding industry.
Workers seeking a new career.
Workers furloughed in mid-life and seeking or training for more stable employment.
Individuals seeking skills for a 2nd job.
Companies who want to train their own entry level employees.
Note: Fingerprinting and background checks are standard requirements for employment in the industry.
Course Description: Topics Include: Burglar Alarm Systems, Fire Alarm Systems, Closed Circuit Security Camera Systems, CCTV, Access Control Systems, Codes & Standards, Electrical Theory, Test Equipment, Safety, Low Voltage Cabling, Conduits, Construction Materials/Methods, Wireless Communication, Site Surveys and Planning.
Program Eligibility: A high school diploma or GED is required for admission to the program. Additional Prerequisites: Normal color vision and a valid driver’s license are essential. Familiarity with small hand and power tools is helpful and the ability to work on a ladder is a must.
Career Services: Students and recent graduates of this program are eligible for placement assistance through the Division’s Career Services staff. This includes resume writing and job search assistance.
This training program was developed in partnership with the Metropolitan Burglar & Fire Alarm Association.
 
We also offer:
 
New York State APPROVED 81-HOUR LICENSE COURSE
(administered by the Metropolitan Burglar and Fire Alarm Association of New York, Inc.)
(an Approved New York State - Department of State - Educational Provider)
 
Business of Installing, Servicing or Maintaining Security or Fire Alarm Systems
 
Our new class dates and times will enable our students to complete the
New York State 81-hour requirements in the shortest time.
 
WEEKEND (Saturday and Sunday) CLASSES SCHEDULED
 
Saturday Sept 8 - Sunday Sept 9
Saturday Sept 15 - Sunday Sept 16
Saturday Sept 22 - Sunday Sept 23
Saturday Sept 29 - Sunday Sept 30
 
http://www.mbfaa.com/NYS_License_Course_2012.htm
 
Alan Glasser, Executive Director
METROPOLITAN BURGLAR & FIRE ALARM ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK, INC.
PO Box 54, Brooklyn, New York 11204-0054
(718) 894-6712  eFax (718) 228-7940
mbfaa.ny@gmail.com    www.mbfaa.com


 
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