Omnicast—Approved Product from the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
Our video surveillance system, Omnicast, has received both a designation as a Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology and certification as an Approved Product for Homeland Security from the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Both the designation and the certification were granted under the Support Anti-terrorism by Fostering Effective Technologies Act of 2002 (SAFETY Act).
Designation of Omnicast as a Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology protects all Genetec partners and persons in the manufacturing and distribution chains as Genetec becomes the sole liable entity for third-party injuries with respect to Omnicast in the case of an Act of Terrorism occurring in the USA.
Certification as an “Approved Product for Homeland Security” is the highest level of distinction and provides some additional protections. Unlike a sole designation which states proven effectiveness, certification as an “Approved Product for Homeland Security” means that Omnicast shows consistently proven effectiveness (with high confidence of enduring effectiveness) based on the following criteria:
- Consistent positive results
- Reliability and availability is high
- Performs in accordance with performance specifications
- Installation, use, maintenance procedures proven
- Documented processes are being followed
- Standards are identified and met
- Quality assurance processes are effective
To date, Omnicast is the only video management system with this certification and listed under DHS’ approved product list.
For more information, please read the full press release or consult the SAFETY Act website.
