PUBLICATION OF BS 8243:2021 – DESIGN, INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION OF INTRUDER AND HOLD-UP ALARM SYSTEMS DESIGNED TO GENERATE CONFIRMED ALARM CONDITIONS. CODE OF PRACTICE
This circular letter introduces changes to the BS 8243:2021 Code of Practice for intruder and hold-up alarm systems. Key revisions include the removal of the sequential confirmation requirement and the introduction of new procedures for alarm handling. A 12-month transition period is provided for companies to adapt to the new standards.
Read MorePUBLICATION OF A NEW NSI CODE OF PRACTICE FOR THE PLANNING, INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING AND MAINTENANCE OF INTRUDER ALARMS, AND THE WITHDRAWAL OF NACP 11
This circular letter announces the publication of a new NSI code of practice, NCP 120 Issue 1, which replaces the outdated NACP 11. It outlines the main requirements for compliance and sets implementation dates for both new and approved companies.
Read MoreNCP-120.1-Supplementary-Code-of-Practice-for-the-Planning-Installation-Commissioning-and-Maintenance-of-Intruder-Alarms-Nov-2021
The “NCP-120 Supplementary Code of Practice for the Planning, Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of Intruder Alarms” outlines essential guidelines for managing intruder alarm systems, including their planning, installation, and maintenance. It emphasizes compliance with relevant British Standards and provides detailed procedures for preventative and corrective maintenance, ensuring systems operate effectively and meet safety regulations. The document also includes forms for recording system parameters and completion certificates for client acknowledgment.
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NSI Technical Bulletin No. 0021 provides guidance on the implementation of BS 8243:2010, which outlines the installation and configuration of intruder and hold-up alarm systems (I&HAS) designed to generate confirmed alarm conditions. The document details significant changes from the previous standard, including mandatory requirements for hold-up alarm confirmations under certain conditions, updated definitions, and specific design and installation recommendations aimed at minimizing false alarms. Compliance with these guidelines is essential for organizations seeking to maintain NSI approval for electronic security systems. Manual review is recommended for complete details.
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The document outlines the publication of a new NSI Code of Practice, NCP 120 Issue 1, which replaces the outdated NACP 11 for the planning, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of intruder alarms. It specifies that new applicants must comply immediately, while existing approved companies have until April 1, 2022, to achieve compliance. The bulletin also highlights significant changes in the code, including the introduction of new sections and amendments to existing ones, aimed at enhancing clarity and relevance to current standards. Manual review may be needed for complete details on all differences between the codes.
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