All Archive Titles articles – Page 534
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The Government’s proposed changes to design guidance for fire safety in schools raise a few burning questions.
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Benchmark for keyholding
The Security Industry Authority (SIA) and the BSIA have endorsed the work of the Keyholding and Response Consultation Group which has just delivered a National Occupational Standard tailored to this arm of private sector security provision.
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The importance of being ‘Earnest‘
Sir – While perusing the online directory of Disqualified Directors helpfully provided by Companies House (www.companieshouse.gov.uk/ddir/dqfind.cgi), I discovered that congratulations must go to Paul James William Saunders as he has the unique distinction of having the nationality ‘SAUNDERS’.
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Far from being a level playing field
SIR – Outrageously, “Ministers have agreed to exempt in-house football club stewards from licensing by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) under the Private Security Industry Act 2001 on the grounds that suitable alternative arrangements, equivalent for all practical purposes so far as the protection of the public is concerned, ...
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Severn barrage support
Paddy Conaghan’s excellent opinion column (BSJ 08/05) deserves deep consideration and wide publicity.
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Archive TitlesCome on boys, put your backs into it!
Mike Clapser, chief executive of BAA, and transport secretary Alistair Darling attempt a bit of hard work as they perform the topping out ceremony at Heathrow’s Terminal 5. The event marked the completion of the structure of the £4.2bn project. A team of around 6500 workers have transformed an old ...
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SMT announced as official media partner for retail security and RFID conferences
Security Management Today (SMT) IS THE official media partner for two major conferences this autumn, one of which concentrates on the retail security arena while the other focuses on wireless security solutions for business premises.
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The ambassador’s reception
A key part of the developments aiming to increase opportunities for members is the CIOB ambassadors programme, current undergoing a pilot phase in the South-west. Its aim is very simple. We are looking to match up members with the representational activities that come the way of the institute. In the ...
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Archive TitlesHurricane trouble almost doubles
The number of hurricanes like Rita and Katrina (Categories 4 and 5) worldwide has nearly doubled over the past 35 years because the sea-surface temperatures are rising, according to American scientists.
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Archive TitlesAll at sea
Fancy something a bit less than usuaL for a project? How about equipping some of the most luxurious hotels in the world – which happen to float?
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It really is all in the definition, Sir!
Sir – The Security Industry Authority’s (SIA) publication ‘Get Licensed’ offers two definitions on page 6 which I think should alert anyone involved in the security industry.
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TWM: all bases covered
Making sure you are up-to-speed with the latest products and services in the security market is vital for end users. Just as well, then, that an all-new CMP Information-organised event in London this month is designed to keep you well ahead of the game. Security Management Today previews Total Workplace ...
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The legacy of UK intruder alarms
On 1 October, European Standards come into force that will radically alter the make-up of the UK’s intruder alarms industry. BS 4737 is to be withdrawn, and all installations inspected to EN 50131-1:2004 (or PD 6662:2004). Is this the right time to shun legacy dial-up systems in favour of new ...
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E-mail abuses must be stopped now
Sir – Like it or not, we have become a voracious and litigious society, ready to sue at the drop of a hat (or upon the sending and receiving of a suitably offensive e-mail).
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The next generation of lifts: Gen2tm comfort lifts
Goodbye, machine rooms – hello to the flat belt technology that makes the Gen2 a step change in lifts, offering a quieter, smoother, safer ride
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Making sure the facts are right... 1 October 2005
The long-awaited deadline of 1 October has finally arrived for the UK’s intruder alarms sector, bringing into play new European Standards.