visible security
[ˈvɪzəbəl sɪˈkjʊrɪti]
nounpl: visible securities
segurança visível
1. Security measures, devices, or personnel that are openly displayed and readily apparent to deter crime or create a sense of safety
The bank installed visible security cameras at all entrances to deter robbery.
O banco instalou câmeras de segurança visível em todas as entradas para desencorajar assaltos.
2. The practice of making security precautions obvious and noticeable as a crime prevention strategy
Visible security in shopping malls includes uniformed guards and monitored checkpoints.
A segurança visível em shoppings inclui guardas uniformizados e postos de controle monitorados.
3. The psychological deterrent effect created by observable protective measures
Visible security helps reduce theft by making potential offenders aware they are being watched.
A segurança visível ajuda a reduzir roubos ao fazer os possíveis infratores cientes de que estão sendo observados.
In Brazil and Portugal, visible security is commonly emphasized in commercial establishments, banking institutions, and public spaces as a primary strategy to deter crime and provide psychological reassurance to customers and residents. The concept reflects urban concerns about safety in both countries, with increased adoption in metropolitan areas like São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Lisbon.
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