Academic safety is a priority. PULS implements modern security and crisis management systems

Digital access management and monitoring

Implementing smart access control systems was one of the most important aspects of the reorganization. These solutions were deployed, among other places, in the Library and the Scientific Information Center, as well as in the buildings at 48 Mazowiecka Street, 35 Wołyńska Street, and 4 Zgorzelecka Street.

Modern key management systems are also in use at the university, streamlining access control to facilities and enhancing oversight of key rotation. These systems were implemented in the university’s most critical academic and administrative buildings. Centralising the monitoring system was also a significant step. Following the reorganization of the security desk, the camera footage was transferred to the Collegium Maximum, which allowed for maintaining a high level of oversight over the university’s infrastructure.

Security driven by identification and automation

PULS has introduced new employee and academic staff ID cards. The IDs feature photos and individual access rights for access control systems and key lockers. The ID cards also serve as identification at building entrances, when picking up keys, and accessing the university's facilities.

Furthermore, PULS is also developing an intelligent vehicle traffic management system. A database of license plate numbers has been created, which will ultimately be used in new self-service parking lots. The first such parking area has already been launched on the grounds of Kolegium Cieszkowskich, where entry is granted automatically upon recognition of license plates.

Modern security systems

As part of the ongoing work, a number of systems designed to protect people and property have been installed and upgraded. Alarm and anti-robbery systems have been implemented at the facilities located at 11 Dojazd Street, 35 Wołyńska Street, and 94 Piątkowska Street, enabling a rapid response in emergency situations.

The fire alarm system was also upgraded. A modern fire alarm system was installed in the building at 35 Wołyńska Street, equipped with visual and audible alerts adapted to the needs of people with disabilities. This project was co-financed by the European Union under the European Social Fund Plus, European Funds for Social Development program.

Moreover, a GSM system has been implemented at Biocentrum and the buildings at 35 Wołyńska Street and 94 Piątkowska Street. If a threat is detected, the fire alarm control panels automatically send notifications to the facility managers and the security coordinator, which significantly reduces response times.

The next step: an integrated PSIM security platform

The Poznań University of Life Sciences is currently planning to implement a state-of-the-art PSIM (Physical Security Information Management) platform that will integrate all security systems into a single management environment. The platform will enable centralized management of CCTV monitoring, alarm systems, access control, fire alarms, intercoms, flood sensors, key deposit boxes, and parking infrastructure.

The planned solution is intended not only to enhance security on campus, but also to improve crisis management and enable even faster responses from emergency services and facility managers.

“We consider the safety of the academic community to be one of the key elements of responsible university management today. We invest not only in modern infrastructure, but also in solutions that allow us to respond faster to emergency situations and better protect students, staff, and our facilities,” explains Prof. Krzysztof Adamowicz, Vice-Rector for Staff and University Development.

The ongoing projects prove that the Poznań University of Life Sciences views safety as one of the cornerstones of a modern and responsible university.

Iwona Cieślik
PULS Press Officer