How Thermal Body Temperature Cameras Can Make Your Premises Safer
Thermal body temperature cameras are becoming increasingly popular in high-traffic areas during the fight against COVID-19. They use thermal imaging technology to detect when someone has an unusually high temperature and may be infectious. What are the benefits of this kind of technology?
Efficiency
This kind of temperature detection system is highly efficient. The camera simply measures the temperature of the subject's face — in particular, the corner of the eye — to see if it is elevated and could be a sign that further testing needs to be done. The result is calculated almost immediately and means that no one is delayed for longer than it takes to take a photograph. This is particularly important in busy areas such as schools or shopping centres, where the need to stop people to take their temperature can cause bottlenecks and generally slow down business and other activities.
Safety
A second important consideration is that these cameras protect your staff. Taking someone's temperature usually involves proximity, whether using a traditional thermometer or a more up-to-date hand-held device. Even when using the correct personal protective equipment and safety procedures, it is far safer to keep at a distance from other people whenever possible in order to prevent the spread of infection. By taking the temperature with a thermal body temperature camera, the operator does not need to be near the subject in order to carry out the procedure, which leads to a much safer environment for your staff.
Peace of mind
Your customers and visitors will have peace of mind when they see that this kind of security is in place. In these uncertain times, nobody knows if the person next to them is a carrier of an infection such as the coronavirus. People may therefore be hesitant to enter the premises. A screening system to check for elevated temperatures can restore their peace of mind. If they know that anyone showing possible symptoms will be identified as soon as possible, they will feel much safer about being in a public place and will be able to carry out their activities without undue anxiety.
A thermal body temperature camera cannot in itself tell if anyone is infected with a virus, but it will flag up potential symptoms within seconds. Talk to a supplier today to find out how it can help make your premises safer for your staff and your clientele with thermal body teperature cameras.