Education

Campus security has become one of the most pressing concerns in Canadian and North American education. A 2024 survey of post-secondary institutions found that 72% had experienced at least one unauthorized access incident in the previous year, and 45% reported theft of equipment or property from campus buildings. The average cost of a campus security incident — including investigation, remediation, and reputational impact — exceeds $85,000.

For K–12 schools, the stakes are even higher. The 2024 Canadian School Safety Report found that 61% of school administrators identified unauthorized visitor access as their top security concern. Physical access control at building entrances has been shown to reduce unauthorized access incidents by up to 50% in schools that have implemented turnstile systems.

Turnstile Security Systems provides AODA and ADA-compliant access control solutions specifically designed for educational environments. Our systems balance security with the welcoming atmosphere essential to learning environments. ADA swing gates with 36-inch clearance ensure full accessibility for students and staff with disabilities, while optical turnstiles at library and lab entrances control access to high-value resources.

Our campus installations integrate with student ID card systems, allowing seamless access for enrolled students and staff while preventing unauthorized visitors. Time-based access rules allow different access levels for different times of day, ensuring that buildings are secure outside of operating hours while remaining fully accessible during the school day.