Schools, colleges and universities nationwide are now tackling a growing problem: student vaping. But there’s a way to monitor incidents and bring the volume down. The solution is vape detectors for schools.
We’re going to delve into the features and benefits of vape detectors, how schools can help defend against the growing vape trend, and what vape sensor options are available.
What is vaping?
Brought to the UK market in 2005, vaping offers tobacco smokers an alternative to the heavily damaging effects of smoke and tar. Whilst the original purpose was an effective one, vaping has now become a trend amongst younger generations, and this has led to several issues and side effects.
Vapes are filled with a liquid mixture typically containing water, food grade flavouring, nicotine, CBD, propylene and other chemicals. They generate a vapour that’s designed to simulate the look and experience of smoking, and comes in lots of flavours, which give them their signature sweet scent.
Is vaping dangerous?
The long-term effects of vaping are still unknown, but recent research suggests that vaping can contain harmful chemicals and metals that lead to respiratory problems, cardiovascular problems, and even anxiety.
Medical complications aside, vapes contain nicotine, a highly addictive stimulant drug that may even lead to addiction to other substances. It’s important for schools to be vigilant, monitoring and managing vaping to keep students and staff safe.
What are vape detectors and what do they do?
Vape detectors are sensors designed to monitor air quality and detect the chemicals and particles found in vape smoke.
Once vape chemicals are detected, designated individuals are notified via an SMS or app that’s connected to a cloud network, allowing schools round-the-clock monitoring and instant alerts, helping to clamp down on vaping and be aware of the hot spots.
Vape detectors can also be used as smoke detectors, which makes them a versatile tool to tackle multiple air quality issues.
What are the benefits of vape detectors for schools?
Vape sensor technology is a crucial tool in the fight against widespread vaping in young adults, and in schools and other education institutions. Here are some of the benefits:
- Acts as a deterrent for pupils
- Detects vaping in your chosen designated areas
- Increases visibility for prohibited low-traffic areas that are difficult to monitor
- Maintains a safe level of air quality throughout your school environment
- Monitors vape and cigarette smoke at the same time from the same unit
- Promotes safeguarding and school policy
What are the features of vape detection?
- Vape sensors connect with safe, cloud-based technology
- Receive instant SMS or app vaping incident alerts
- Pair sensors with CCTV for a full incident picture
- Up to 10-year warranty
- Automatic updates
- High level of sensitivity to particles and compromised air qualityoptions are there?
What vape detector options are there?
When it comes to choosing a vape detector for your school, you have different options available depending on your needs and your budget.
Vape sensor technology ranges from simple, air quality monitoring units to technology that integrates with your other security tools, such as CCTV, alarms and access control.
You can also choose whether to have wired, wireless or battery-powered units, and you can start with just one unit, scaling out to more over time.
How much do vape detectors cost?
Pricing for vape sensors ranges from hundreds to thousands of pounds, and it’s dependent on several factors. The sophistication and sensitivity of the product, the number of units, the cost for the cloud-based storage, and the option to connect to other security technology all play a part in the overall price. Our StaySecure vape detectors are just £125 per unit.
Find out more about our StaySecure vape detectors for schools and contact us today to arrange for a free trial for your school.