Access Control via an Eyrus Hand-scanner
As you know Eyrus Access Control is not only powerful but also very flexible. In terms, of you can achieve seamless access control by using any or all of these avenues via: turnstiles, gate arms, doors, hand scanners, check-in kiosks, etc.
In this article, we will explore:
- Using our Hand-scanners for Access Control.
- Best Practices
It is notable to point out, that our hand-scanners use our Visibility App and it will come with the app already loaded. The Visibility App is also accessible for iPhone or Android device in the app stores.
Best practices + Tips:
Best Practices:
- We suggest that any user participating in using a hand-scanner to scan people in and out of the site have their own individual log in for the hand-scanner.
- This creates more accountability and makes tracking down and issues a bit easier in the future. As in our platform you can see details such as Worker Name was scanned IN to the site at ZONE (Gate 1) by (Guard name) via mobile check in at (exact time).
- If that approach won't work for you then another option to consider is making separate log-in information for each guard booth or location you'd have someone using the hand-scanners.
- If that is also not feasible for you, you could certainly have one log-in that all the guards would use daily. (this option isn't suggested as it is tough to manage any redirection that may come up etc)
Tips:
- It's a good idea to charge the devices daily.
- If you ever need to do any troubleshooting on either the NFC or RFID device you engage the "settings" by hitting the power button on the right 5 times.
- Please note, the actual trigger button doesn't do anything on the NFC hand-scanner it is simply for comfort.
Viewing and Reporting on Access Records
Access events also act as reads to the system, providing a more accurate view into on-site activity. This information is sent automatically from the app and is available in the Access Control Dashboard in Eyrus.