Frequently asked questions
- 1. What should I do if I suspect I may be under surveillance, or have been bugged?
- 2. What is the best way to contact a competent TSCM (bug sweeping) company?
- 3. What can I expect from a competent TSCM Bug Sweeping Company?
- 4. What can I expect to pay for a professional TSCM counter surveillance inspection?
- 5. How do I determine the scope of areas to be included in a counter espionage inspection?
- 6. How can I implement a TSCM (bug sweeping) or Counter Surveillance Policy?
- 7. How much bugging and unauthorised surveillance occurs?
- 8. I think I have discovered a device (bug): what should I do?
- 9. How long will a counter surveillance inspection take?
- 10. What are the warning signs of bugging or covert surveillance?
- 11. Bug Detector Information
- 12. Glossary of Surveillance Terms
What is the best way to contact a competent TSCM (bug sweeping) company?
Contacting a counter surveillance company.
Making contact with a TSCM (bug sweeping) company can be done in a number of ways. Most of our new clients do so through a recommendation by a satisfied customer, or via our website.
If you believe you are under surveillance our advice is to make contact away from the area(s) of concern using a safe method such as a public telephone.
When contacting a company that specialises in TSCM, Bug Sweeping, Counter Surveillance, Counter Espionage or Incident response, there are a number of background checks you should conduct.
Company credentials.
Ask for confidential references, look at qualifications and experience and how long the company has been in business.
Any competent bug sweeping company will be only too happy to confirm their knowledge and credentials within this field.
Surveillance skills and expertise.
Enquire about the surveillance skills and expertise of company principals in charge of operational work. A reputable bug sweeping company should have highly qualified and experienced operatives.
The company principals in charge of operational work should have higher electronics, communications and electrical qualifications. In addition they should have many years experience in the field of electronic surveillance and counter surveillance. They should also be skilled security advisors and hold specialist qualifications in the operation and procedures for specialist TSCM (bug sweeping) and counter surveillance equipment and techniques.
Beware of non-specialists.
In searching for a counter surveillance company, be aware that only a very small number of TSCM specialists possess the complete experience, qualifications and correct methodology to perform competent TSCM operations.
In general, Regular Military, Police Officers and General Government personnel do not have sufficient training and qualifications to specialise in TSCM or Technical Counter Surveillance Inspections.
Always opt for a professional and reputable company like QCC Interscan for specialist and competent counter surveillance operations.
