Category: News
RISCAuthority and FPA GUIDANCE: Security Guide S35 – Internet of Things – Connected Security Devices and Systems
The RISCAuthority have recently produced a guide, published by The Fire Protection Association, “Security Guide S35 – Internet of Things – Connected Security Devices and Systems” providing guidance that is primarily focused on protection of security devices and systems against attacks targeting fundamental design and operational/maintenance weaknesses. The recommendations provided highlight key factors for insurance professionals and security equipment users to consider for internet-connected security devices in domestic and small/medium commercial premises.
The Internet of Things (IOT) refers to the billions of physical devices around the world that are connected to the internet. These objects are embedded with sensors and actuators that communicate with computing systems via wired or wireless networks.
Whist these technologies have made the world a ‘smarter’ and more efficient place, internet-connected security devices present significant challenges around data privacy and vulnerabilities in software that can subsequently lead to unauthorised access allowing a third party to take control.
The insurance risk management industries, like all sectors are continuously coming across new ‘smart’ security devices may offer more efficient and controllable options, it is essential that these systems meet suitable certifications and are appropriately designed and maintained to minimise the risks of cyber attack, hacking, and other forms of interference. The guide is currently available as a Free Download on the FPA website and can be downloaded HERE
NSI Bulletin – Issue 6: ECHO
Topic: Alarm handling in the UK is undergoing a transformation with the rollout of ECHO, the industry backed not-for-profit automated alarm transfer service
NSI Insurance bulletin – Issue 3: Where do you guide a Policyholder to source a competent Fire Risk Assessment company?
Issue 3: Where do you guide a Policyholder to source a competent Fire Risk Assessment company?
Once logged in the Bulletin is available HERE
New Alarm Alert (19)
Subject: BT’s ‘All IP’ project and the impact on Alarm Transmission Systems (ATS)
A new alarm alert has been issued
Alarm Alert (19) – July 2021
Subject: BT’s ‘All IP’ project and the impact on Alarm Transmission Systems (ATS)
Details of this has been added to the members archive area. Once logged in you can download details here.
Police Crime Prevention Initiatives – Intruder Alarms
Police Crime Prevention Initiatives - Intruder Alarms
The Police Crime Prevention team have recently launched an initiative providing advice to assist with choosing a suitable system, stressing the importance of using a reputable alarm company which has been approved by an Independent Inspectorate Body.
Once logged in the PCPI press release is available HERE
Secured by Design – Construction Site Security
Construction Site Security
Secured by Design (SBD), the official police security initiative, have issued a new guide for Construction Site Security which provides advice on how to secure a site from the very start to the end of construction.
Once logged in, SBD’s press release is available HERE
NSI – Insurance Bulletin Issue 1
Managing Rogue Labour Risk in the Security and Events Industry
The NSI have provided AiS Members with their most recent ‘Insurance Bulletin’ which focuses on Managing Rogue Labour Risk in the Security and Events Industry.
Once logged in the Bulletin is available HERE
New Alarm Alert (18)
Subject: Implementation of PD 6662: 2017 and Alarm Transmission Systems (ATS)
A new alarm Alert has been issued.
Alarm Alert 18 – January 2020
Subject: Implementation of PD 6662: 2017 and Alarm Transmission Systems (ATS)
Details of this has been added to the members archive area. Once logged in you can download details here.