{"id":9510,"date":"2024-10-24T13:36:53","date_gmt":"2024-10-24T20:36:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/?p=9510"},"modified":"2025-01-16T11:06:52","modified_gmt":"2025-01-16T18:06:52","slug":"retail-lighting-for-security","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/lighting-news\/retail-lighting-for-security\/","title":{"rendered":"Partners in Crime Prevention: Designers and Police Share Tips on Lighting for Security"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Retail crime costs businesses up to $112 billion each year, and the problem is escalating. An <a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.nrf.com\/sites\/default\/files\/2023-09\/NRF_National_Retail_Security_Survey_2023.pdf\">annual survey<\/a> by the National Retail Federation (NRF) found that 78 percent of retailers report an increase in the threat of Organized Retail Crime (ORC) compared to just a year ago.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While retailers have long understood the value of using lighting to attract customers, its role in crime prevention is often overlooked. Law enforcement agencies, including the Beverly Hills Police Department, are now working to raise awareness about how strategic lighting can serve as an effective deterrent against retail crime.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide outlines standards from the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) on achieving optimal lighting levels in and around commercial properties to help deter criminal activity. We also spoke with BHPD Community Relations Sergeant Jeff Newman for the law enforcement perspective on how lighting can boost business security.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#growing-threat-retail-crime\" data-level=\"2\">The growing threat of retail crime<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-lighting-can-deter-crime\" data-level=\"2\">How light can deter crime<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#enhance-retail-security-right-fixtures\" data-level=\"2\">Enhancing retail security with the right fixtures<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#exterior-perimeter-lighting\" data-level=\"2\">Exterior perimeter lighting<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#bright-lights-improve-security\" data-level=\"2\">How bright should lights be to improve security?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#fixture-placement-for-security\" data-level=\"2\">Fixture placement that fosters retail security<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#business-security-lighting-takeaways\" data-level=\"2\">Key takeaways in lighting a business for better security<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"518\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=1024\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/RetailLightingWomensClothing-08-1024x518.jpeg\" alt=\"A retail clothing storefront lit at night with an employee working inside to restock\" class=\"wp-image-9532 lazyload\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=1024\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/RetailLightingWomensClothing-08-1024x518.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=400\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/RetailLightingWomensClothing-08-1024x518.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=768\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/RetailLightingWomensClothing-08-1024x518.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=370\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/RetailLightingWomensClothing-08-1024x518.jpeg 370w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=800\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/RetailLightingWomensClothing-08-1024x518.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=740\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/RetailLightingWomensClothing-08-1024x518.jpeg 740w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=20\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/RetailLightingWomensClothing-08-1024x518.jpeg 20w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=95\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/RetailLightingWomensClothing-08-1024x518.jpeg 95w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Interior <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/shop-by-application\/retail-lighting.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">retail lighting<\/a> keeps employees safe while working after hours.<\/em> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"growing-threat-retail-crime\">The growing threat of retail crime<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the NRF, retail crime surged by 26.5% in the past year. Smash-and-grab robberies are particularly concerning, as they involve groups of thieves breaking into stores during closed hours and stealing high-value merchandise. These ORC crimes are not only financially damaging but also pose safety risks for employees and customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The threat from ORC is so great that many lawmakers have taken steps to address the issues with new legislation. California recently passed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.ca.gov\/2024\/08\/16\/governor-newsom-signs-landmark-legislative-package-cracking-down-on-retail-crime-and-property-theft\/\">landmark legislation<\/a> to protect retail stores from smash-and-grabs and petty crime, with Governor Newsom calling the measures, \u201cthe most significant the most significant legislation to address property crime in modern California history.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, while these new laws increase felony charges and expand prosecution for retail crime, the challenges these crimes pose to business owners remain a significant threat to business. In fact, one in four retailers surveyed say they\u2019ve closed store locations in response to criminal threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-lighting-can-deter-crime\">How light can deter crime<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lighting serves as both a physical and psychological deterrent to criminals. Well-lit environments increase the likelihood of being observed and caught, reducing a thief&#8217;s incentive.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qsrmagazine.com\/operations\/outside-insights\/preventing-crime-through-good-lighting-design\/\">Studies<\/a> show that adequate lighting and proper fixture placement can reduce the likelihood of businesses being targeted. One study from New York found the use of LED lighting resulted in a 39% decrease in nighttime robberies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cTime and again, we\u2019ve seen statistics and studies that show that the more light, the better,\u201d said Jeff Newman, Beverly Hills Police Department\u2019s Community Relations Sergeant. \u201cMost people don\u2019t want to commit a crime in the light. Take something as simple as an officer driving by at night \u2014 if all lights are off, it\u2019s harder for the officer to see someone. If there\u2019s light, you see someone rummaging through a store in a ski mask as an officer\u2019s driving by. That\u2019s going to get your attention. You\u2019re going to see it.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"606\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/OutdoorCommercialBuilding-1024x606.jpg\" alt=\"Interior and exterior lighting discourages criminal activity around a building at night.\" class=\"wp-image-4197 lazyload\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=1024\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/OutdoorCommercialBuilding-1024x606.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=400\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/OutdoorCommercialBuilding-1024x606.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=768\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/OutdoorCommercialBuilding-1024x606.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Placing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/led-outdoor-lighting\/wall-lights.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">exterior wall lights<\/a> at regular intervals improves visibility for pedestrians and police.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Part of Newman\u2019s role in BHPD Community Relations involves raising awareness of how business owners can protect against crime. The BHPD offers a free risk assessment that store owners can use to improve security. The tips often include improvements to both interior and exterior lighting, including modernizing fixtures to light-emitting diode (LED) technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cBefore LED, there was a distinct difference in what you could see. The old lights were warmer, and had a calming effect. But they didn\u2019t let the [police] officer see with clarity. When you\u2019d see someone lurking on a sidewalk, you want to know: is it a person who\u2019s walking their dog or someone who\u2019s creeping around?\u201d Newman explains. \u201cCertainly, as a patrol officer, I see the difference lighting makes.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"enhance-retail-security-right-fixtures\">Enhancing retail security with the right fixtures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Proper exterior and interior lighting plays a crucial role in preventing crime. Effective lighting design not only creates a welcoming environment for customers but also discourages loitering and unwanted behavior. Exterior lighting, including landscape and facade illumination, has the most significant impact on boosting a business\u2019s safety and security. Achieving the right balance of light levels and contrast is key; lighting that is too bright can cause glare, while insufficient lighting reduces visibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=1024\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Sharp-Law-Exterior-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Pedestrian path lights, such as lighted bollards, offer improved visibility for employees and clients at Sharp Law office.\" class=\"wp-image-9516 lazyload\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=1024\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Sharp-Law-Exterior-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=400\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Sharp-Law-Exterior-1024x683.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=768\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Sharp-Law-Exterior-1024x683.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=370\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Sharp-Law-Exterior-1024x683.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=800\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Sharp-Law-Exterior-1024x683.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=20\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Sharp-Law-Exterior-1024x683.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=740\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Sharp-Law-Exterior-1024x683.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=72\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Sharp-Law-Exterior-1024x683.jpg 72w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Bollards and path lights increase safety for employees and clients at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/case-studies\/sharp-law-office.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sharp Law Office<\/a>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Ensuring adequate illumination around storefronts and surrounding areas is essential for safety during and after business hours. Well-planned lighting helps people\u2019s eyes adjust more comfortably when transitioning between lighter and darker areas, enhancing both safety and visual comfort for customers and pedestrians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAn opportunistic criminal doesn\u2019t want to get caught and will do everything to avoid light,\u201d Newman continues. \u201cWe do see that pedestrian-focused lighting is ideal. So, if you have something that is shining up on a wall\u2014or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/wall\/commercial-wall-packs.html\">wall pack<\/a> that shines down\u2014but it\u2019s really only illuminating a very small place instead of a larger area\u2014that is less effective than something that\u2019s pedestrian-focused.&#8221;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=1024\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/11410-Lifestyle-Photo-Desktop-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Area lighting placed at regular intervals in a shopping plaza decreases the likelihood of criminal activity\" class=\"wp-image-9522 lazyload\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=1024\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/11410-Lifestyle-Photo-Desktop-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=400\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/11410-Lifestyle-Photo-Desktop-1024x512.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=768\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/11410-Lifestyle-Photo-Desktop-1024x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=370\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/11410-Lifestyle-Photo-Desktop-1024x512.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=800\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/11410-Lifestyle-Photo-Desktop-1024x512.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=740\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/11410-Lifestyle-Photo-Desktop-1024x512.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=20\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/11410-Lifestyle-Photo-Desktop-1024x512.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=96\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/11410-Lifestyle-Photo-Desktop-1024x512.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/led-outdoor-lighting\/led-area-lights.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Area lighting<\/a> in shopping plazas deters criminal activity.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIf you have some sort of shielding that is forcing that light down\u2014a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/shop-by-application\/led-parking-lot-lighting.html\">parking lot<\/a> is a good example\u2014and you see a giant light bulb that\u2019s basically illuminating the sky and [casting] some [light] below that\u2019s not focused, you\u2019re wasting some of that light.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"exterior-perimeter-lighting\">Exterior perimeter lighting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Outdoor perimeter lights offer an easy way to fully illuminate the facade of a retail store. Waterproof LED strip lights cast uniform light across a building\u2019s exterior. This approach not only highlights architectural features but also enhances safety and security by improving visibility along the perimeter. When strategically placed, wall-wash lighting can effectively deter criminal activity while adding aesthetic appeal to the property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" data-id=\"9520\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=1000\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Exterior-perimeter-lighting-front.jpg\" alt=\"A bank lit at hight with outdoor perimeter wall wash lighting\" class=\"wp-image-9520 lazyload\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=1000\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Exterior-perimeter-lighting-front.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=400\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Exterior-perimeter-lighting-front.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=768\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Exterior-perimeter-lighting-front.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=370\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Exterior-perimeter-lighting-front.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=800\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Exterior-perimeter-lighting-front.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=20\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Exterior-perimeter-lighting-front.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=740\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Exterior-perimeter-lighting-front.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=64\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Exterior-perimeter-lighting-front.jpg 64w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9519\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=768\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Exterior-perimeter-lighting-side-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A perimeter LED light strip runs the length of a Citibank\" class=\"wp-image-9519 lazyload\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=768\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Exterior-perimeter-lighting-side-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=300\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Exterior-perimeter-lighting-side-768x1024.jpg 300w, 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https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=32\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Perimeter-Lighting-Camera-685x1024.jpg 32w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 685px) 100vw, 685px\" \/><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\"><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/led-outdoor-lighting\/outdoor-perimeter-lighting.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Exterior LED strip lights<\/a> increase brightness around a building&#8217;s perimeter, improving clarity for security cameras.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"bright-lights-improve-security\">How bright should lights be to improve security?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to enhancing security, the brightness of lighting plays a crucial role. Achieving the right illumination levels deters criminal activity by improving visibility and reducing dark areas where intruders could hide. However, it\u2019s important to strike a balance\u2014lighting that\u2019s too bright can cause glare and make it harder to see, while lighting that\u2019s too dim may not provide enough visibility to be effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIn Beverly Hills, we have over 2,500 closed circuit TV cameras and a lot of them are in the business district,\u201d Newman continues. \u201cYou can actually see [crime] with better clarity, thanks to LED lights, which give the best bang for your buck to identify license plates, clothing descriptions, what people look like and for the cost of keeping lighting on at night lower as well.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Light intensity is measured in footcandles, which indicate how much light falls on a given surface. Contrast ratios reflect the difference between the darkest and brightest areas of illumination. Here are some recommended lighting levels for exterior commercial spaces in typical urban settings:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Space type<\/th><th>Avg. light level in footcandles (fc)<\/th><th>Contrast ratio<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Building entrances<\/strong><\/td><td>2-5 fc (horizontal), 1-3 fc (vertical)<\/td><td>5:1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Driveway and parking<\/strong><\/td><td>1-2 fc (horizontal), 0.5-1 fc (vertical)<\/td><td>3:1 (horizontal), 6:1 (vertical)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Shopping promenades<\/strong><\/td><td>0.5-1 fc (horizontal), 0.2-0.5 fc (vertical)<\/td><td>5:1 (horizontal), 10:1 (vertical)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Ramps, stairs, steps<\/strong><\/td><td><br \/>3-4 fc (horizontal)<\/td><td><br \/>5:1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Plazas<\/strong><\/td><td>0.2-0.6 fc (horizontal), 0.1-0.2 fc (vertical)<\/td><td>5:1 (horizontal), 10:1 (vertical)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Walking surfaces<\/strong><\/td><td>1-3 fc (horizontal)<\/td><td>10:1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Walls and fences<\/strong><\/td><td>0.2-2 fc (vertical)<\/td><td>n\/a<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Facades<\/strong><\/td><td>0.2-1.5 fc (vertical)<\/td><td>n\/a<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/store.ies.org\/product\/rp-43-22-recommended-practice-lighting-exterior-applications\/?v=7516fd43adaa\">IES RP-43-22<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/store.ies.org\/product\/rp-2-20-recommended-practice-lighting-retail-spaces\/?v=7516fd43adaa\">RP-2-20<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fixture-placement-for-security\">Fixture placement that fosters retail security<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Strategically placed light fixtures are essential for enhancing retail security. Properly aimed lights minimize dark areas and eliminate shadows that could conceal criminal activity. Conversely, poor placement can result in excessive glare or high-contrast zones that reduce overall safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"853\" height=\"1024\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=853\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Storefront-Exterior-853x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9523 lazyload\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=853\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Storefront-Exterior-853x1024.jpg 853w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=333\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Storefront-Exterior-853x1024.jpg 333w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=768\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Storefront-Exterior-853x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=370\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Storefront-Exterior-853x1024.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=800\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Storefront-Exterior-853x1024.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=740\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Storefront-Exterior-853x1024.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=20\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Storefront-Exterior-853x1024.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=40\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Storefront-Exterior-853x1024.jpg 40w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 853px) 100vw, 853px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/led-outdoor-lighting\/led-sign-lights.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sign lighting<\/a> illuminate&#8217;s a retail storefront while grabbing customer&#8217;s attention.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Officer Newman recommends prioritizing lighting at two critical locations:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>The building\u2019s front facade<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any areas visible from the street<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&#8220;If someone\u2019s standing in front of your building, you can see that very clearly,&#8221; he noted. Lights placed on exterior walls, near entrances and along windows help make any suspicious activity noticeable from both inside the store and from the street, aiding law enforcement in monitoring the property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For businesses with large layouts or multiple sections, maintaining a consistent lighting scheme is important. Illuminate key areas, such as storefront windows and main entrances. Less critical zones, such as storage rooms, can remain unlit if they are not visible from the street.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIf your business has one window and a door, then the place where the window is should have a light on to show anything to see inside,\u201d Newman explains. \u201cIf you have a multiple-roomed office or the main floor of the business is lit, and the storage area\u2019s in the back, and you have the lights off, that makes sense because I\u2019m not gonna be able to see in there anyway while driving by the street on proactive police patrol.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"487\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=1024\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Kendall-Bronco-Exterior-Parking-Lot-1024x487.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9521 lazyload\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=1024\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Kendall-Bronco-Exterior-Parking-Lot-1024x487.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=400\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Kendall-Bronco-Exterior-Parking-Lot-1024x487.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=768\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Kendall-Bronco-Exterior-Parking-Lot-1024x487.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=370\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Kendall-Bronco-Exterior-Parking-Lot-1024x487.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=800\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Kendall-Bronco-Exterior-Parking-Lot-1024x487.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=740\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Kendall-Bronco-Exterior-Parking-Lot-1024x487.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=20\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Kendall-Bronco-Exterior-Parking-Lot-1024x487.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/fit=contain,format=webp,quality=80,width=101\/https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Kendall-Bronco-Exterior-Parking-Lot-1024x487.jpg 101w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Exterior lights at the entrances of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alconlighting.com\/case-studies\/kendall-bronco.html\">Kendall Bronco<\/a> showroom improve security.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In some cases, the strategic use of glare-heavy lighting can deter intruders. High-output floodlights with minimal glare cutoff, paired with motion detectors, can create a disorienting effect when activated. The burst of intense light can startle intruders, drawing attention to their presence and making them more likely to flee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"business-security-lighting-takeaways\">Key takeaways in lighting a business for better security<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">General principles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Take advantage of free police assessments to identify potential security vulnerabilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a multi-layered approach to security, combining lighting with other measures, such as security cameras, access controls and physical barriers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Incorporate design elements that discourage criminal activity, such as well-lit entrances, walkways and clear sight lines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lighting design considerations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Ensure adequate illumination levels in entrances, parking lots and perimeter boundaries. Follow IES recommends for recommended footcandles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimizes shadows and dark spots that could conceal potential threats with uniform lighting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid excessive glare from lights that can hinder police and camera visibility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose products that offer long life, high efficiency and superior color representation, such as LED<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Position fixtures to illuminate key areas and deter intruders, considering factors such as placement, light distribution and surveillance visibility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Implement lighting control systems that allow for remote monitoring and management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">IES guides:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/store.ies.org\/product\/g-1-22-guide-for-security-lighting-for-people-property-and-critical-infrastructure\/?v=7516fd43adaa\">IES G-1-22<\/a> focuses on lighting design for infrastructure, such as government buildings, power plants and transportation hubs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/store.ies.org\/product\/rp-2-20-recommended-practice-lighting-retail-spaces\/?v=7516fd43adaa\">IES RP-2-20<\/a> offers guidelines for achieving high-quality, energy-efficient lighting in retail spaces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/store.ies.org\/product\/rp-43-22-recommended-practice-lighting-exterior-applications\/?v=7516fd43adaa\">IES RP-43-22<\/a> provides pedestrian-oriented illumination recommendations for outdoor environments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Read the full interview with Sergeant Jeff Newman on <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/languageoflighting.com\/newsfeed\/protect-business-with-lighting\/\"><em>Language of Lighting<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lighting design professionals and law enforcement experts share tips on how to properly light a business to deter retail 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