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Education and schools

Protect students, teachers, visitors and educational facilities with tailored security.

Protect students, teachers and visitors

Primary and secondary schools, colleges, private schools, training centres and universities need to offer welcoming spaces while protecting the people who use them. Protectas Technology helps design electronic security solutions tailored to buildings, daily schedules and the movement of students, staff and visitors.

Control access and manage visitors

Educational facilities welcome students, staff, parents and external contractors every day. Well-designed access control helps protect entrances and restrict sensitive areas while keeping authorised movement straightforward.

Cards, readers, intercoms and temporary credentials can be considered according to site needs. Permissions can reflect different users and schedules while preserving safe evacuation routes.

Access control at a school entrance
Outdoor school security camera

Help prevent theft and vandalism

Entrances, car parks, sports facilities and school equipment may be exposed to theft or damage. Appropriate video surveillance can discourage unwanted activity and help staff review incidents.

Camera placement and access to recordings must take account of privacy requirements and the particular sensitivity of school environments, especially where minors are present.

Strengthen fire safety

Fire safety is essential in facilities used by students and staff throughout the day. Early detection and clear alarm communication support a timely and coordinated response.

Detection and alerting must take account of classrooms, laboratories, workshops, kitchens and other facilities, as well as applicable Swiss fire safety requirements.

Note: Protectas Technology does not install fire detection systems subject to VKF regulations. However, complementary solutions not subject to these requirements may be offered depending on the specific needs.

Fire detector in a school corridor
School sports facility outside normal hours

Keep buildings secure outside class hours

After lessons, sports halls, classrooms and other spaces may host clubs, courses or events, while the rest of the site is closed. Schedule-based access permissions can support shared use without weakening protection.

Intrusion detection and alarms can complement access control during closed periods, helping identify unauthorised activity in restricted areas.

Improve emergency communication

During an incident, clear and timely communication between reception, leadership, facility teams and the people involved matters. Intercom, notification and alerting systems can help share essential information.

Technology should support existing emergency plans and procedures, with practical instructions for students, employees and visitors. Human oversight remains central to the response.

School emergency communication system

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Intrusion detection

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