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Storefront Security Camera Installation Requirements: A Complete Guide for Brisbane Business Owners

Complete guide to storefront security camera installation requirements for Brisbane businesses. Coverage, compliance, costs & ROI - everything you need to know.

By Jake Broer·Published 21 October 2025
Storefront Security Camera Installation Requirements: A Complete Guide for Brisbane Business Owners

cameras must meet several requirements to provide effective protection and legal compliance in Brisbane:

camera isn't just about catching external thieves. It's about creating accountability for everyone who handles money.

(2MP). This resolution gives you enough detail to identify faces at 10-15 feet and see general features at 25-30 feet. For most retail environments where people are relatively close to cameras, this works perfectly fine.

- Protected against powerful water jets. This handles most Brisbane weather conditions adequately. Minimum acceptable rating for outdoor storefront cameras.

- Protected against temporary water immersion up to 1 meter. If your camera is in a location where pooling water might reach it during flash flooding, you need this level.

, spray painted, or knocked out of position. Anything below 6 feet is within easy reach and won't survive long in high-traffic Brisbane retail areas.

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