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Subjects covered in the new code include the vetting of staff, health and safety, risk management and access management The British Security Industry Association (BSIA)’s Vacant Property Protection Group, a group formed of members of the BSIA’s Security Guarding, Security Systems and newly-named Property and Asset Protection Section, has recently released its official Code of Practice. The group, which was officially launched in May 2013, consists of businesses th...

Terri will provide strategic direction for the company. focusing on new business generation Skills for Security, the sector skills body for the UK’s private security industry, has announced the appointment of Terri Jones as its new Director General. Terri joins the team at a pivotal time for the organisation, and will provide strategic direction for the company, focusing on new business generation while assuming responsibility for the successful financial and commercial...

Paper Dreams assisted Tavcom by printing, compiling and binding course material for security industry training courses Mike Tennent, Managing Director of Tavcom recently participated in an award ceremony that took place at Highbury College, Portsmouth to acknowledge the achievements of students with learning difficulties. Paper Dreams, part of Highbury College’s Foundation Studies department, provides training for  adults with learning disabilities in order to impr...

As part of the research, IHS tracked the adoption rates of wireless download technology across vertical markets A surplus supply of wireless download technology was fitted to 16% of all video recorders sold in mobile video surveillance markets during 2012, according a new report entitled "The World Market for Mobile Video Surveillance" from IMS Research, now part of IHS. This is technology that the customer either never intends to use, or doesn’t have the back-end softwa...

The group is now known as the Property and Asset Protection Section (PAPS) The Physical Security Equipment section of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has marked its twentieth anniversary by updating its identity and renewing its strategic focus, in recognition of the growing number of applications of the physical security equipment produced by section members. Now known as the Property and Asset Protection Section (PAPS), the group acts as a forum for compani...

Those studying for the Ceritficate in Security Management will benefit from this centralised facility The Security Institute, the leading membership body for security professionals, has announced the introduction of The Knowledge Centre, a pioneering new online resource that enables its members to access a wide range of information on a variety of industry based subjects. The brainchild of The Security Institute’s new Research Directorate, it has been created so tha...

The award was presented to Security Institute Chairman, Emma Shaw CSyP The Security Institute is pleased to announce its triumph at the recent Infologue.com Building the Future Award Ceremony held at the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) annual lunch at the Hilton Hotel in Park Lane. The award was presented to Security Institute Chairman, Emma Shaw CSyP. The criteria for the award are outstanding individuals and organisations that have played a pivotal part in...

Latin America is one of Vicon’s fastest growing markets Vicon Industries Inc., a leading designer and producer of integrated IP video surveillance and access control systems, has launched a Spanish-language website that reflects its commitment to providing and supporting high-tech IP video software and hardware for the Latin American security market. The site, www.vicon-security.mx, provides dealers, integrators and end-users with product information and literature, sys...

The manifesto examines the issues facing the sector, with guidance on deploying surveillance systems Avigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently launched its first manifesto, championing the use of responsible surveillance in the CCTV industry. The paper examines the issues facing the sector, with guidance on deploying surveillance systems that are fit for purpose and support privacy for the wider public when it comes to imag...

Dubai 2013 will also host SANS security 504: hacker techniques, exploits & incident handling SANS Dubai 2013, the Gulf Region’s largest InfoSec training event has opened for online registration including “early bird” discounts of up to €250. The event will be held at the Hilton Dubai Jumeirah resort from October 26th til November 7th 2013 with a roster of courses covering hacker techniques, incident handling, and computer forensic investigations. Du...

The guide helps to identify stolen goods and highlights the benefits of UV equipment Jewellers and pawnbrokers are running the risk of prosecution by failing to properly check second-hand items, according to members of the British Security Industry Association’s Asset and Property Marking Section, whose new guide, "Spotting Stolen Goods: A Guide for Jewellers and Pawnbrokers" is published this week. Watches, laptops, mobile phones and jewellery are among the most common...

ISNR is one of the key milestones on the calendar of events in safety and security in the MENA region The Organising Committee of the International Exhibition for Security and National Resilience (ISNR Abu Dhabi 2014), the integrated platform that addresses security issues under one umbrella, recently announced the event will host an ‘International Conference on Security Challenges (ICSC)’ on 31 March, 2014, in Abu Dhabi. ISNR Abu Dhabi 2014, organised by the Mini...

Security Institute is delighted to have two of its members, plus a member of its Advisory Board , honoured at the award The Security Institute is delighted to have two of its members plus a member of its Advisory Board honoured at this year’s Association of Security Consultant’s (ASC) Imbert awards at a luncheon on the 13 June, in the presence of ASC chairman Allan Hildage, and two of the ASC Patrons, awards founder, Lord Peter Imbert and Lord James Bethell. ...

SSEDIC’s SIIIC is being hosted in cooperation with EEMA and other major eID initiatives and partners Scoping the Single European Digital Identity Community (SSEDIC), a thematic network for the EC’s Digital Agenda for Europe (DAE), recently announces the agenda for its Second International Identity Initiative Conference (SIIIC). The event will provide a forum to share collective knowledge between current e-identity (eID) projects. The SIIIC takes place at the Ho...

The new training facility will feature live product demos and training programmes Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, have launched two new initiatives designed to further support installers and end user customers and expand access to Tyco Security Products’ portfolio of integrated technologies. With the launch of a new state-of-the-art Demonstration and Training Centre in Manchester, UK and...

CSC version 2.0 boasts over 100 new features and improvements over the existing portal Skyguard – Europe’s premier personal safety service for lone workers – are pleased to announce the launch of their new and improved Customer Service Centre (CSC) account management portal – providing clients with an unprecedented range of tools to help protect their lone working employees. The Customer Service Centre is instrumental in providing an efficient and...

Training Providers Section of BSIA will provide the basic training requirements for those wishing to work in security A recent survey of British Security Industry Association (BSIA) members has revealed that the private security industry can be an ideal career path for ex-armed forces personnel, with 88.2% of respondents confirming that they already have, or have had, ex-armed forces personnel working within their organisation. The private security sector is an exciting and g...

The training courses cover a diverse range of subjects including CCTV, IP & networks, intruder, access control products A new purpose built training centre in Granville is providing installers, operators, managers and designers of electronic security systems with a wide range of Tavcom accredited training courses which cover a diverse range of subjects including CCTV, IP & networks, control room, intruder, electro-technical and access control products and technologies....

Session topics for the September 2013 programme will focus on Intelligence Sharing and Cross-Border Policing U.S. Representative Candice S. Miller (MI-10) will keynote on September 13th at the US/Canada Border Conference. Rep. Miller serves as Vice Chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security and Chairman of the Homeland Security Subcommittee on Border and Maritime Security. In April, she released a statement in support of legislation she is cosponsoring HR 1417, the Bord...

The publication provides original, vendor-neutral analyses of security technologies from industry leaders The Security Industry Association has launched a new journal about security technology called SIA Technology Insights. The publication provides original, exclusive, vendor-neutral analyses of emerging security technologies from industry leaders. Produced with the end-user in mind, SIA Technology Insights is intended to help chief security officers, security directors and...

The addition of AMBITION will provide a dedicated crisis response management element to the existing Counter Terror Expo Global events company Clarion Events has added a new show to its UK Defence & Security portfolio in the shape of AMBITION, the major national annual event for NHS ambulance services, their suppliers and partner agencies, which Clarion are looking to co-locate alongside Counter Terror Expo and Forensics Europe Expo, 29 – 30 April 2014. The addition...

The SIA’s summit featured several leaders in government and politics as keynote speakers The Security Industry Association has wrapped up another successful Government Summit and Public Policy Dinner. This year’s Summit featured several leaders in government and politics as keynote speakers, including: Connecticut Gov. Dannel Malloy Rep. Michael McCaul, R-Texas, chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee Rep. Patrick Meehan, R-Penn., chairman of the Ho...

SightLogix will host a webinar for integrators, A&Es and end users SightLogix, Inc., the leading smart thermal camera manufacturer for perimeter security applications, will host an educational webcast for integrators, A&Es and end users about implementing smart thermal technology to solve real-world security problems. Presented by SightLogix President and CEO John Romanowich, Smart Thermal Cameras for Outdoor Security will be held on Thursday, June 20, 2013 at 1:00 pm...

The programme sessions cover basic IP network design and implementation and IP camera optimisation System integrators looking to learn more about IP video technical network design can sign up to attend a Samsung Techwin IP Institute (SIPI) training program this summer. Locations include Chino, CA; Pleasanton, CA; and Louisville, KY. The sessions will be conducted by Ray Coulombe, founder and Managing Director of SecuritySpecifiers.com™. “Training is a blue chip in...

The conference will bring together top security industry speakers and will be supported by a number of exhibitors Professional Security Magazine has announced that its Security Twenty 13 Conference, which will take place in London on 3rd July, will be chaired by Tavcom’s Managing Director, Mike Tennent. Set in the convenient location of the Hammersmith Novotel Hotel, the conference will bring together top security industry speakers and, as was the case with the highly...

The seminar conforms to CPD core curriculum for construction skills giving attendees a general awareness of CCTV MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has had its seminar: “A Vision of Future Proof Digital CCTV” approved by Royal Institute of British Architects for credits towards CPD requirements. The seminar offers insight into elements of modern CCTV systems and covers topics including decentralised t...

The event offers networking space to over 150 cutting-edge technology vendors and over 4000 security professionals A networking space for over 150 cutting-edge technology vendors and over 4000 pre-qualified IT and security professionals, ALL-OVER-IP Expo 2013 provides global vendors with unique keynote speaking opportunities for the 6th time this year. Educational Keynotes allow global technology leaders to: Build or increase brand awareness among Russian buyers Meet dist...

The special free seminar is to be held on June 18th at the Sheraton Indianapolis Hotel at Keystone Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies recently announced that it will be participating in "The Bulletproof Mind" Facility Safety Seminar in Indianapolis. Professionals and managers responsible for securing and protecting enterprises, schools, universities and hospitals can attend a special free seminar featuring the world’s leading expert on causes of violence, Lt. Col. Dav...

The sessions will cover intruder solutions, digital video and transmission and fire Following its most successful IFSEC to date – with more new product launches in video, intruder, access, fire and integration and a record number of customer enquiries - UTC Fire and Security in the UK has confirmed a new series of technology workshops. The half-day sessions at the company’s Milton Keynes training centre will be attended by installers, consultants and end-users. Th...

With AEOS training, Nedap promotes the exchange of knowledge aimed at optimised security processes Leading Security Management manufacturer, Nedap has recently featured its renowned AEOS training at its training facility in Dubai Silicon Oasis, United Arab Emirates. Nedap partners from within the GCC region participated in this training week to acquire the required certifications for their engineers and sales consultants. “We like to keep our partner network up to date...