Closed Circuit Television CCTV is a visual surveillance technology designed for monitoring a variety of environments and activities all at the same time. CCTV is used to monitor and record on campus for the purposes of safety and security.CCTV will deter crime and assist in protecting the client’s campus and property. CCTV provides real-time, time-lapse, event, or digitally recorded surveillance information to help in detecting, responding to, investigating and providing evidence for security, safety, and related incidents. CCTV may prevent security breaches by allowing security personnel to monitor access control systems at entry points to secure areas.