AMENDMENT TO BS EN ISO 9001:2015, BS EN ISO 14001:2015, BS EN ISO 45001:2023, BS EN ISO 27001:2023 – CLIMATE ACTION CHANGES
This circular letter announces amendments to several management system standards to incorporate climate change considerations, effective September 2024. It introduces Technical Bulletin 0067 and outlines the relevant standards affected by these changes.
Read MoreAMENDMENT 1 TO EN 50136-2:2013
This circular letter introduces NSI Technical Bulletin No. 0064, detailing changes to EN 50136-2:2013, effective September 2023. Recipients are encouraged to reach out with any questions regarding these changes.
Read MoreOPENREACH DIGITAL SERVICES TEST LAB – INVITATION TO TEST EQUIPMENT COMPATIBILITY IN THE NEW ALL-IP ENVIRONMENT
This circular letter invites NSI approved companies to participate in testing equipment compatibility with the All-IP network infrastructure at the Openreach Digital Services Test Lab. It emphasizes the voluntary nature of participation and offers support for a smooth transition from PSTN to All-IP systems.
Read MoreUPDATE ON THE MIGRATION OF PSTN TELEPHONE LINES TO THE DIGITAL ‘ALL IP’ NETWORK
This circular letter informs approved companies about the reset date for the PSTN switch-off, now scheduled for 31st January 2027. It outlines the implications for communication providers and emphasizes the need for proactive migration to alternative solutions to avoid negative consequences.
Read MoreUK ADOPTION OF EN ISO 45001:2023
This circular letter informs NSI H&S Gold approved companies about the UK adoption of EN ISO 45001:2023, which is identical to the previous standard ISO 45001:2018. No action is required by approved companies, and the new standard will be reflected in future NSI approval certificates.
Read MoreCORRIGENDUM TO EN 50136-2:2013+A1:2023
This circular letter highlights a Corrigendum to EN 50136-2:2013+A1:2023, which changes the implementation date of Amendment 1 to 13th February 2026. It also notes that NSI Technical Bulletin No. 0064 did not initially account for this change.
Read MoreMANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR URN HANDLING
This circular letter outlines mandatory requirements for URN handling to improve ECHO call handling efficiency and accuracy. NSI approved companies are required to comply with the specifications detailed in Technical Bulletin TB 0069 to ensure operational integrity.
Read MoreRelease of the ‘National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) Police Operational Advice and Security Industry Requirements for Response to Security Systems’ 2025
The NPCC has released updated requirements for response to security systems in 2025, which apply to all installers and ARCs in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Key updates include increased documentation robustness, clearer compliance expectations, and revisions to appendices reflecting best practices in the security industry.
Read MoreUPDATES TO ICP 1 – IMPLEMENTATION OF ISSUE 10
This circular informs Systems Silver approved companies and applicants about updates to ICP 1, specifically the implementation of Issue 10. The changes are minor and aim to align with current industry standards, and companies are encouraged to review these updates for compliance.
Read MoreUPDATES TO SSQS 101 – IMPLEMENTATION OF ISSUE 9
This circular letter informs NSI NACOSS Gold approved companies and applicants about updates to the SSQS 101 Quality Schedule, specifically the implementation of Issue 9. The updates are minor but necessary to align with current industry standards and ensure compliance.
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