It is wise to have an effective surveillance solution at any community pool. Residents of
Westlake Village recently made an even wiser choice to have them installed by Surveillance
Technology, Inc. (STI). This deed-restricted community in Palm Harbor, FL boasts a community
pool and clubhouse, which – while enjoyable to residents and their guests – does present a
degree of risk for the homeowners’ association. In the unfortunate event of a slip and fall
accident, high quality video footage can often provide the clarity needed to determine liability
or lack thereof. In January, 2020, STI installed a 16-channel, 4K, 8-megapixel, H.265 DVR to
capture footage from the clubhouse and pool areas. A variety of surveillance cameras provide
tight views of the main office and pool gate for identifying visitors, as well as broad views of the
parking lot. In the pool area, there are broad shots of the entire lanai, as well as two on the
pool itself.
In addition to documenting events and behaviors of residents and their guests, pool
surveillance solutions can be used to ensure the pool remains empty during times when it
should be closed to the public. Homeowners’ associations and managers of properties with
pool amenities are encouraged to consult with a qualified provider, like Surveillance
Technology, Inc. to assess opportunities to better protect both their property and their
residents.
