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 MoreISSUING CERTIFICATES OF COMPLIANCE
This circular letter serves to remind approved companies of the requirement to issue Certificates of Compliance for newly installed, upgraded, and taken over systems. It emphasizes the importance of confirming that installations comply with applicable standards and provides guidance for various scenarios.
Read MoreIMPORTANT UPDATE: MINIMISING ALARM SIGNAL REJECTIONS VIA ECHO
This circular provides important updates on minimizing alarm signal rejections via ECHO, including key guidance and recommendations to improve alarm signal transfer success rates. It emphasizes the importance of addressing common issues to enhance efficiency in alarm data handling.
Read MorePUBLICATION OF BS 8418:2021: DESIGN, INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING AND MAINTENANCE OF DETECTION – ACTIVATED VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SYSTEMS (VSS) – CODE OF PRACTICE
This circular letter introduces NSI Technical Bulletin No. 0060, detailing changes in the recently published BS 8418:2021. Key changes include a simplification of technical requirements and a tiered approach for system recommendations, with a transition period for compliance until July 2022.
Read MoreNON-BAFE FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT SCHEME
This circular informs approved companies and applicants about the withdrawal of the Warringtonfire Fire Risk Assessors Certification Scheme (FRACS) and the introduction of the NSI Fire Risk Assessment Scheme (FRAS) effective from 1st January 2025. The NSI FRAS will be a closed scheme available only to those already registered on the FRACS.
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 MoreINTRODUCTION OF NSI CODE OF PRACTICE NCP 104 ISSUE 3
This circular announces the introduction of the third edition of NSI Code of Practice NCP 104 for CCTV systems, updating requirements to align with new standards. It outlines the benefits of the new code and the timeline for compliance, emphasizing the importance of user requirements and system validation.
Read MoreINFORMATION RELATING TO APPROVED COMPANY PREPARATIONS FOR THE IMPACT OF THE NATIONAL PUBLIC SWITCHED TELEPHONE NETWORK (PSTN) TO ALL IP COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK MIGRATION
This Circular Letter introduces NSI Technical Bulletin No. 0061, which outlines the expected performance and preparations required for the migration from PSTN to ALL IP communications. It includes background information, a timeline for rollout, and mandatory actions for approved companies.
Read MoreNSI Quality Schedule ELSQS 122 – BS EN ISO 9001:2015
This circular letter informs NSI Fire Gold approved companies and applicants about the issuance of NSI Quality Schedule ELSQS 122 (Issue 4) for BS EN ISO 9001:2015. It provides guidance on obtaining the new schedule and outlines its application alongside existing requirements.
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