PUBLICATION 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.

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PUBLICATION 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.

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National 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.

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Annex A to NSI 020 24

This circular letter summarizes the changes made in ICP1 issue 10, highlighting updates to the business operating manual, strengthened requirements for ethics and complaint handling, and clarified documentation requirements. It also includes updates to screening and ID card requirements and additional considerations related to training.

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Summary of Changed Sections within SSQS 101 Issue 9

This circular letter outlines the revisions made to SSQS 101 Issue 9, detailing changes in responsibilities, screening requirements, and documentation processes. It emphasizes the importance of verifying staff competence and strengthens complaint management protocols.

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BS 7273 – 6:2019 CODE OF PRACTICE FOR THE OPERATION OF FIRE PROTECTION MEASURES PART 6: FIRE DETECTION AND FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS – INTERFACE WITH ANCILLARY SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT

This circular letter informs NSI Fire Gold and Fire Silver approved companies and applicants about the new standard BS 7273 – 6:2019, which outlines the recommendations for the interface between fire detection and alarm systems and various ancillary systems. Compliance with these recommendations is mandatory for maintaining NSI approval.

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