Enhancing Community Safety: Installation of CCTV Systems in Selected Barangays in the Province of Bulacan

The research focused on creating an enhanced CCTV system intended to secure specific areas within the concerned Barangays. To achieve this objective, the following tasks were completed: (1) Develop a CCTV system tailored to the specific characteristics of the concerned Barangays; (2) Assemble and construct an enhanced CCTV system, followed by experimentation and adjustments as needed; (3) Carry out monitoring activities to assess the effectiveness of the system; and (4) Perform an impact assessment to evaluate the effects of the CCTV structure on stakeholders in the area. The research methodology employed in this study was the developmental method, which involves systematically examining products, tools, processes, and models to provide reliable and practical information to both practitioners and theorists. The assessment of the extension project by the beneficiaries, regarding the service provided by the proponents, received a rating of very highly acceptable. Additionally, a qualitative assessment was conducted. Beneficiaries expressed satisfaction with the impact of the CCTV system installation, which played a crucial role in addressing various incidents within the vicinity. The system not only shed light on these occurrences but also facilitated their resolution, underscoring its effectiveness in enhancing safety and security in the area.