Staffing
The day to day operation of the system is managed by the Control Centre Operations Manager who report directly to the Security Development Manager. They're responsible for the overall management of the Security Service function in the council.
The primary duty of staff is to operate the equipment to its optimum potential.
They also actively patrol in the areas covered by the cameras to:
- deter crime
- detect crime and antisocial behaviour
All CCTV operators are trained to operate the equipment. They record incidents or occurrences in support of:
- the prevention and detection of crime
- public safety
- the prosecution of offenders
They'll also:
- assist the police throughout an incident
- provide visual evidence of the incident/event
- attend court as a witness in support of the evidence they've supplied, if necessary