When customers use the bathrooms in your commercial space, it is their right to privacy. When that privacy is violated, the business is legally responsible for any surveillance devices that are found whether they knew about it or not. This liability can be devastating for a business if surveillance devices are discovered by their patrons. Advanced Private Investigator & Security is here to talk about professional bug sweeps of commercial bathrooms and why it is essential that they are done.
Restrooms Are High Risk Surveillance Targets
Anytime patrons use a commercial restroom, they expect that they can trust that they are in a private space. It is something that most people simply assume. This is why it can be so devastating when bugs are planted in these areas. It is also why these areas are at such a high risk. If someone is trying to gather information about an upcoming business negotiation or an employee is disgruntled and looking to hurt the company, they could potentially use the bathroom as the place where the most knowledge can be gleaned. The restroom is a prime place because it only takes a few moments of alone time to get the device set up. Because so many people assume they are along in the restroom, it can be a prime location for these surveillance devices.
Electronic Bug Sweeps Can Uncover in the Restroom
There are several things that could be lurking in a commercial restroom. When you turn to professionals for an electronic bug sweep, they can uncover the following surveillance devices:
– Cameras: The last thing you want in your commercial restroom is a camera. These can be hidden in smoke detectors, vents, air fresheners, paper towel dispensers and even soap dispensers. There are two kinds generally used, one that will transmit to another location in real time and another that will record onto a memory card to be retrieved later.
– Audio Recording: Some people don’t care for the video; they plant their device in there for the sole purpose to gather conversations. Bathrooms that are near conference rooms are at the greatest risk of these types of devices.
– RF Scanning: If there are any wireless transmitters that are operating using Bluetooth, wi-fi or cellular frequency, they can be detected with RF scanning. It can be used to detect passive recorders that are used to store information as well.
– Physical Inspection: When a professional combs through a restroom looking for surveillance devices, they will be looking everywhere. They are able to detect devices that are hidden the best. Even when the device is completely concealed, professionals can uncover it.
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If you are worried that there are surveillance devices in your commercial restroom, you can turn to Advanced Private Investigator & Security to help you locate it. We want to help you maintain the privacy of your customers. Call us today!
