The paper presents modern views on the organization and conduct of search operations in order to prevent information leakage through hidden video cameras introduced by the enemy, eavesdropping devices and other means of secretly collecting confidential information. The work is written on the basis of open materials published in domestic and foreign special literature, periodicals, as well as the experience of conducting complex special inspections of premises by specialists of the NLC Firm NELK. For managers and specialists of security services and information protection units, as well as managers of firms and organizations interested in information protection issues.