The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has led the way for over 50 years in the shaping of the private security industry. Members are industry professionals ranging in size from global companies to small and medium enterprises, offering quality products and services to a vast spectrum of end-users.
The BSIA Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC) section was created in 2022 to bring together companies operating within the ARC value chain.
The SIA Register of Approved Contractors lists all of the organisations that have met the requirements for the Approved Contractor Scheme. These organisations have distinguished themselves as being amongst the best providers of private security services in the UK.
Approved services and NSI Certificate of Approval:
Design, Installation and Maintenance of Electronic Security Systems including:
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ISO International standards ensure that the services our customers use and products we recommend and install are safe, reliable, and of high quality. They also guide businesses like ASM in adopting sustainable and ethical practices, helping to create a future where your purchases not only perform excellently but also safeguard our planet.
Our ISO Certificates:
SafeContractor delivers a tailored health and safety accreditation allowing contractors to showcase their capabilities to potential customers.
IQNET membership is open to management system certification bodies (CBs) which are accredited against ISO/IEC 17021-1 (at least for QMS and EMS) by an IAF MLA signatory, have the potential (e.g. the capabilities, resources, established services) and will to contribute to the purpose and strategy of IQNET, and have established a reputation for integrity and competence in their country or market of origin.
The Private Security Authority (PSA) is the statutory body with responsibility for licensing and regulating the private security industry in Ireland. The PSA is an independent body under the aegis of the Department of Justice.
The Private Security Industry Act (PSIA) 2001 set the ground rules for the licensing of security officers operating within the security industry and commencing in March 2006 the self-regulated industry was replaced by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) who became responsible for regulating the private security industry throughout the United Kingdom.
Using secure police preferred networks, ECHO-connected Alarm Receiving Centres (ARCs) receive a digital alarm signal transmission direct from your premises in the event of an activation. The signal is verified and transmitted directly to Police Force Despatchers via the ECHO platform. Police estimates indicate a saving of up to 4 minutes in response time, which could prove critical in an emergency situation.
Ensuring a safe and secure data transfer and ongoing reliable monitoring services across 650 sites for Lancashire County Council.
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Read our case study to learn about our partnership with Teledata and how together we deliver the ultimate security offering.
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ICTS Security Technology effectively stops attempted break-in at major construction contractor site.
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Contact ASM to find out how we can protect your property, people and
assets with remote security and monitoring solutions.
