Covert and Overt Camera Systems
Discreet or Visible. Professionally Installed Across Canada.
Effective video security begins with strategy. Every environment presents different risks, operational sensitivities, and compliance considerations. A visible deterrent may prevent misconduct in one setting, while a discreet investigative deployment may be required in another.
Investigative Risk Management provides professional covert and overt camera deployments tailored to corporate, insurance companies, school boards, and municipal and government clients across Canada. Our approach prioritizes operational objectives, legal compliance, and evidentiary integrity.
We design, install, and manage camera systems that align with investigative goals and long term security planning.
Overt Camera Systems
Visible surveillance cameras installed to deter theft, vandalism, trespassing, and unauthorized access. Overt systems are commonly deployed in:
• Corporate offices
• Warehouses and distribution centers
• Retail environments
• Municipal facilities
• School properties
• Parking areas and perimeter zones
The presence of visible cameras often reduces opportunistic misconduct and strengthens accountability.
Covert Camera Deployments
Discreetly deployed video systems designed for investigative purposes. Covert installations are used when the objective is to identify specific issues without alerting involved parties. Applications may include:
• Workplace theft investigations
• Internal misconduct inquiries
• Policy violation documentation
• Asset protection during sensitive periods
• Evidence gathering for legal proceedings
All covert deployments are conducted with careful attention to legal and privacy considerations. Operational discretion is maintained at all times.
Professional Installation Services
Video surveillance effectiveness depends on correct placement, environmental assessment, and integration with existing infrastructure.
IRM provides full service installation that includes:
• Site risk assessment
• Strategic camera positioning
• Secure cabling and network integration
• Video management configuration
• Remote access setup where authorized
• Secure data storage alignment
• Post installation testing and validation
Installations are conducted by experienced professionals who understand both technical requirements and investigative objectives.
Legal Compliance and Privacy Considerations
Video surveillance carries legal responsibilities. Improper installation or unauthorized monitoring can expose organizations to liability and regulatory scrutiny.
IRM prioritizes compliance with applicable Canadian privacy legislation and workplace regulations. Before deployment, we assess:
• Reasonable expectation of privacy standards
• Provincial and federal privacy requirements
• Workplace policy alignment
• Signage obligations for overt systems
• Appropriate authorization protocols for investigative use
Clients receive guidance to ensure that surveillance objectives are achieved within lawful and ethical boundaries.
Compliance strengthens defensibility and protects organizational reputation.
Applications for Covert and Overt Deployments
Video surveillance serves multiple operational and investigative purposes.
Workplace Theft and Shrinkage
Targeted camera deployments help identify sources of internal or external loss. Clear video documentation supports corrective action and strengthens internal controls.
Security Monitoring
Overt systems monitor entrances, sensitive areas, and perimeters to deter unauthorized access and document incidents.
HR and Compliance Investigations
Covert deployments may be utilized during structured investigations where documentation is required to confirm or refute allegations.
Asset Protection
High value equipment, confidential materials, and restricted areas benefit from controlled video oversight.
Executive Risk Management
Sensitive environments may require temporary or ongoing monitoring to maintain operational integrity.
Each application is supported by strategic planning rather than simple equipment placement.
A Strategic Approach to Video Surveillance
Effective deployments require investigative awareness, risk assessment, and disciplined implementation.
IRM integrates video surveillance within a broader security framework that considers:
• Threat exposure
• Operational workflow
• Evidence preservation requirements
• Data retention standards
• Organizational culture and compliance
We avoid public disclosure of specific equipment specifications or concealment techniques to maintain the integrity of covert operations.
Discretion protects effectiveness.
Secure Your Environment with Confidence
Video surveillance, when deployed strategically, becomes a powerful tool for prevention, investigation, and risk management.
Investigative Risk Management delivers professional covert and overt camera systems designed to meet operational objectives while maintaining legal compliance and evidentiary integrity.
Contact IRM today to discuss your surveillance requirements confidentially.