Publication of BS 10800:2020 Code of Practice for the Provision of Security Services
This circular letter announces the publication of BS 10800:2020, which aligns security service standards with international benchmarks like ISO 9001:2015. It outlines the implementation timeline for both new and existing NSI approved companies, emphasizing compliance by March 31, 2021.
Read MoreIMPLEMENTATION OF BS 7858:2019 SCREENING OF INDIVIDUALS WORKING IN A SECURE ENVIRONMENT – CODE OF PRACTICE
This circular letter introduces the new edition of BS 7858, which will be mandatory from April 1, 2020. It outlines significant changes to the standard, including a shift towards risk assessment and the removal of character references. The letter also provides information on where to access the standard and encourages recipients to reach out with any questions.
Read MorePUBLICATION OF BS EN 50131 – 1:2006 – A3:2020 – ALARM SYSTEMS. INTRUSION AND HOLD-UP SYSTEMS. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
This circular letter introduces NSI Technical Bulletin No. 0054 detailing changes to BS EN 50131 – 1:2006 with the publication of its 2020 edition. Key changes include updates to product standards and the introduction of new terms related to tamper detection requirements.
Read MorePUBLICATION OF BS EN 50518:2019 MONITORING AND ALARM RECEIVING CENTRE
This circular letter introduces NSI Technical Bulletin No. 50, detailing the changes with the publication of BS EN 50518:2019, which consolidates previous standards into one document. It outlines the requirements for two categories of Alarm Receiving Centres (ARCs) and provides information on implementation dates for new and existing approved companies.
Read MorePUBLICATION OF BS 8406:2020 CODE OF PRACTICE FOR THE PROVISION OF EVENT STEWARDING
This circular letter announces the publication of BS 8406:2020, which updates the Event Stewarding standard to align with the overarching BS 10800 standard. New applicant companies will be audited against this standard immediately, while existing approved companies must comply by March 31, 2021.
Read MorePUBLICATION OF BS 5839-6:2019+A1:2020 CODE OF PRACTICE FOR THE DESIGN, INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING AND MAINTENANCE OF FIRE DETECTION AND FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS IN DOMESTIC PREMISES
This circular letter introduces the NSI Technical Bulletin No. 0056 regarding the publication of BS 5839-6:2019+A1:2020, which addresses concerns about children not waking from fire alarms. It outlines the immediate implementation requirements for NSI Fire Gold and Silver approved companies.
Read MoreSELECTION AND CONFIGURATION OF MONITORING OPTIONS FOR AN INTRUDER AND HOLD – UP ALARM SYSTEM IN LINE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF PD 666 2:2017
This circular letter outlines the changes introduced in the 2017 edition of PD 6662 regarding the selection and configuration of monitoring options for intruder and hold-up alarm systems. Key changes include the inclusion of a grade 2 bells only option and the removal of certain mandatory requirements for alarm systems.
Read MorePUBLICATION OF BS 7499:2020 CODE OF PRACTICE FOR THE PROVISION OF STATIC GUARDING SECURITY SERVICES
This circular letter introduces changes to the recently published BS 7499:2020, which updates the current format and removes duplication from other security service sector codes. New applicant companies will be audited against the standard immediately, while existing approved companies must comply by March 31, 2021.
Read MorePUBLICATION OF BS 7984 – 3 CODE OF PRACTICE FOR THE PROVISION OF MOBILE SECURITY SERVICES (KEYHOLDING AND RESPONSE SERVICES)
This circular letter announces the publication of BS 7984 – 3:2020, which outlines the standards for mobile security services. It details the implementation timelines for both new and existing NSI approved companies, emphasizing the need for compliance by March 31, 2021.
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