Tech-Bulletin-0012-pd6662-2010
NSI Technical Bulletin 0012 provides guidance on the implementation of BS 7958:2009, the updated British Standard for Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) Management and Operation, which supersedes the 2005 edition. The bulletin outlines the immediate application of the 2009 standard for all NSI-approved companies and specifies that existing companies must transition by March 31, 2011, to maintain their certification. Key changes include the introduction of new definitions, the establishment of specific requirements for the management of CCTV traffic enforcement cameras, and the clarification of contractor responsibilities within the standard. Manual review recommended for complete details.
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NSI Special Bulletin No. 04/05 provides guidance on the implementation of BS 7960:2005, the British Standard Code of Practice for Door Supervisors, which supersedes the 1999 version. Effective immediately, all NSI-approved organizations must comply with the new standard to maintain their approval, with existing companies given until July 31, 2006, to fully comply. The bulletin outlines key changes, including mandatory compliance with the standard’s recommendations, updated definitions, and requirements for risk assessments, training, and record-keeping for door supervisors. Manual review is recommended for complete details and specific changes.
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This Technical Bulletin No. 0047, Issue 2, dated October 23, 2019, outlines the publication of BS 5839-6:2019, which provides a code of practice for the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of fire detection and alarm systems in domestic premises. The bulletin specifies that compliance with the new standard is mandatory for NSI Fire Gold and Fire Silver approved companies, with immediate audits for applicants and a compliance deadline of October 30, 2019, for existing companies. Key changes in the standard include the removal of certain grades, updates to guidance based on recent standards, and new recommendations for fire detection in supported housing and communal areas. Manual review is recommended for complete details on the specific changes and requirements.
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This Technical Bulletin No. 0050 from the National Security Inspectorate announces the publication of BS EN 50518:2019, which outlines the standards for Monitoring and Alarm Receiving Centres (ARCs). The new standard introduces two categories of ARCs, with Category I requiring higher construction and operational standards for security-related alarm systems, while Category II pertains to non-security applications. The bulletin details the immediate implementation timelines for both new applicants and existing approved companies, along with significant changes from previous standards, including updated requirements for physical security, alarm management systems, and operational procedures. Manual review may be necessary for complete understanding of all changes and requirements.
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The document is a Technical Bulletin (No. 0065) from the National Security Inspectorate, detailing the publication of BS 5306-8:2023, which became effective on November 30, 2023, and supersedes the previous version from 2012. Key updates include the removal of sections on training and commissioning, new recommendations regarding environmental impact, and clarifications on fire hazard classifications and extinguisher positioning. Existing NSI approved companies have until June 30, 2024, to transition to the new standard, with specific auditing processes outlined for new applicants and existing companies seeking scope extensions. Manual review may be needed for complete details on all changes.
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