Denbighshire Council Choose The PR5

Cameras Have Security & Evidential Benefits

The PR5 was selected for the trial by Denbighshire council who hope the camera will make the jobs of parking officers easier. The use of the technology in on the increase in civil enforcement sectors and body cameras are proven to have a modifying effect on potentially fractious encounters.

Although parking infringements have been in the decline over recent years due to greater public awareness and compliance, inspectors can still face abuse on their beat and indeed accusations can be made about their own conduct that can be difficult to counter in the absence of witnesses or video evidence.

A report issued by the council prior to the roll-out stated “It is intended to introduce the wearing of body cameras as standard practice amongst all civil enforcement officers. The cameras will have obvious security benefits but will also help provide vital evidence in instances where the officer is alleged to have been rude or discourteous.”

'Best Camera For Job'

A Denbighshire Council spokeswoman said: “We take any allegation of officers being rude or discourteous very seriously. We also treat the safety and security of our staff with equal importance. We are therefore considering the use of body cameras for  personal security and independent evidence to support or challenge any issues relating to service quality and customer care.”

The roll-out is now in force and Pinnacle are pleased with the council's evaluation that the PR5 was the best camera for the job.