That $3,000 camera system you keep putting off? It just saved another venue from a fake injury claim. Time to stop thinking of cameras as an expense and start seeing them as your cheapest insurance policy.
Eyes That Pay For Themselves
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Camera footage shuts down:
- False injury claims
- Vendor damage disputes
- Guest behavior issues
- Employee problems
- Insurance fraud
Strategic Placement Matters
Must-Cover Areas
- Bar service zones
- Main walkways
- Parking areas
- Loading zones
- Ceremony sites
- Reception spaces
Stay Away From
- Bridal suites
- Restrooms
- Changing areas
- Private spaces
- Guest rooms
Do It Right
The Good
- Cloud storage backup
- 30+ days of footage
- High-resolution feeds
- Night vision capability
- Weather protection
The Bad
- Short retention periods
- Obvious placement
- Poor night coverage
- Limited angles
- Local storage only
Smart Installation Tips
- Map traffic patterns
- Identify blind spots
- Use discrete mounting
- Match building aesthetics
- Cover entry/exit points
Real Money Saved
One Texas venue avoided a $25,000 fraudulent injury claim with one well-placed camera. Total camera system cost? $3,500.
Bottom Line
Cameras are your silent witness. They protect when you’re not watching, and they never forget what really happened.
Need help planning smart camera placement? Let’s talk before that claim hits.
