FALSE HOLD-UP ALARMS
This circular addresses the issue of false hold-up alarms, which are a significant drain on police resources. It highlights a study by Essex Police that recorded numerous false calls and urges approved companies to take action to reduce these incidents.
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 MoreNational Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) Police Operational Advice and Security Industry Requirements for Response to Security Systems 2025: Changes from the 2024 Requirements
This circular letter outlines the changes made to the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) Police Operational Advice and Security Industry Requirements for Response to Security Systems for 2025, detailing various modifications and additions to compliance requirements. It serves to inform stakeholders of the updated requirements and clarifications necessary for adherence.
Read MoreBS 9263:2016 – COMMISSIONING, MAINTENANCE AND REMOTE SUPPORT
The British Standards Institution has published BS 9263:2016, which outlines the commissioning, maintenance, and remote support for intruder and hold-up alarm systems. While the changes from the previous standard DD 263:2010 are minor, a new informative annex regarding standby battery capacity has been introduced. Stakeholders are encouraged to familiarize themselves with BS 9263 before the new edition of PD 6662 is published, likely in 2017.
Read MoreNEW CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR SECURITY SYSTEM MAINTENANCE TAKEOVERS
This circular letter announces the introduction of a new Certificate of Compliance (CoC) for security system maintenance takeovers, effective from 22nd September 2021. It outlines the responsibilities of companies regarding the issuance of CoCs for systems maintained after a takeover and provides information on the associated costs and validation logic improvements.
Read MoreNSF_14B_3_PD6662_Inspection_Checklist
The “NSF_14B_3_PD6662_Inspection_Checklist” document provides a comprehensive checklist for inspecting intruder alarm systems, detailing various areas of audit such as documentation, power supplies, system requirements, and detection devices. Each section includes specific codes and checks to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards, allowing for systematic evaluation of alarm installations. The checklist also includes a grading system for inspection results, facilitating clear reporting on the status of the alarm system.
Read MoreECHO-Bulletin-Dec-24
The ECHO Bulletin for December 2024 addresses the improvement of success rates in alarm signal transfers requesting police response. It highlights that while ECHO supports 13 police forces and reduces response times by 1 to 4 minutes for approximately 70,000 annual alarm signals, about 10% are rejected due to data mismatches. The bulletin emphasizes the importance of accurate URN records and provides recommended actions for installers to prevent mismatches, ensuring successful acceptance of alarm signals by police forces.
Read MoreNCP-109.3-Code-of-Practice-Access-control-systems-June-2021
The “NCP-109.3 Code of Practice for Access Control Systems” outlines the standards for the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of electronic access control systems (ACS). It aims to establish minimum best practice standards, assist stakeholders in defining security requirements, and ensure the effective operation of ACS through proper user cooperation and maintenance. The document includes detailed guidelines on risk assessment, equipment selection, installation procedures, and ongoing maintenance to uphold security and compliance with relevant regulations.
Read MoreNCP-109.4-Code-of-Practice-Access-control-systems-Oct-2024
The “NCP-109.4-Code-of-Practice-Access-control-systems-Oct-2024” document outlines the standards for the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of Access Control Systems (ACS). It aims to establish best practices, assist stakeholders in defining security requirements, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations, including risk assessments and equipment specifications. The document emphasizes the importance of proper maintenance and documentation to uphold system integrity and security.
Read MoreSSQS-101.9-Quality-Schedule-for-the-Application-of-BS-ISO-9001-2015-to-the-NACOSS-Gold-Approval-Scheme-Nov-2024
The document “SSQS-101.9 – Quality Schedule for the Application of BS-ISO 9001:2015 to the NACOSS Gold Approval Scheme” outlines the requirements for organizations seeking NACOSS Gold approval in the electronic security systems sector. It emphasizes compliance with the BS EN ISO 9001:2015 quality management standard, detailing criteria for the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of security systems, and mandates that all personnel involved must be security-screened and competent. The latest issue reflects updates to relevant British and European standards, ensuring organizations adhere to best practices in quality management and customer satisfaction.
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