Resources
GB Security Group is committed to providing our customers with the highest level of service. We are pleased to have gained awards for the following Approvals & Standards.
You may click on any of the logos to be taken to the relevant website, where you will be able to find out further information.
The National Security Inspectorate (NSI)
The National Security Inspectorate (NSI) is an independent, not-for-profit approvals body providing inspection services for the security and fire industries.
For over 30 years, NSI has been protecting the customer through insisting on the highest standards and operating the toughest inspection regime. Companies are inspected regularly, by highly qualified, full-time inspectors, to prove their ongoing delivery of the highest standards. NSI’s Customer Care support process reinforces the reliability and integrity of the companies it inspects.
All NSI schemes exceed the appropriate requirements of the Police, Fire Service and Insurers
British Approval for Fire Equipment (BAFE)
In today’s business world, with the increased emphasis on responsibility and self-assessment, being BAFE registered is a valuable commercial asset. Fire Protection Companies registered with BAFE benefit from this additional visible level of professional competence. This sets them apart from the everyday fire protection companies and gives their customers and prospects the peace of mind that they are buying from a reputable company, that can issue an independent third party certificate of conformity for the work carried out.
The British Security Industry Association (BSIA)
The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is the professional trade association for the security industry in the UK. Its aim is to help its member companies succeed in an ever-changing and highly competitive business environment. A vitally important element of this is ensuring its members provide the highest possible standard of products and service to their customers.
The Investors in People Standard
The Investors in People Standard is a business improvement tool designed to advance an organisation’s performance through its people.
Developed in 1990 by a partnership of leading businesses and national organisations, the Standard helps organisations to improve performance and realise objectives through the management and development of their people. Since it was developed the Standard has been reviewed every three years to ensure that it remains relevant, accessible and attractive to all. The most recent review was completed in November 2004.
The Security Industry Authority
GB Security Group currently holds SIA Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS) status for the provision of Security Guarding and Key Holding. GBSG are ACS approved for guarding and keyholding. The Approved Contractors Scheme (ACS) provides a universally recognised hallmark of quality for suppliers of private security services. It provides assurance that the accredited provider has met a clearly defined and independently assessed set of quality standards throughout their business.
Articles
CCTV vs Guarding
One of the effects of the global economic downturn is likely to be an increase in crime. This stark fact has been recognised by the UK Home Office in a leaked memo obtained by the BBC. Read full CCTV vs Guarding article.
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Continuity Planning
Could your business recover and continue trading after a major security incident? Accidents, criminal acts, vandalism, natural disasters, terrorist attacks and security breaches at some point in the future could affect the operation of your company. Read full Continuity Planning article.
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Safety at Work
Did you know there are approximately 655,000 incidents of workplace violence in England and Wales per year? People who deal directly with the public may face aggressive or violent behaviour. They may be sworn at, threatened or even attacked. Read full Safety at Work article.
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Planning for a Security Review
You breathe a sigh of relief – you’ve finally sorted out the security contract and now have an accredited Security Industry Authority (SIA) provider in place. You’ve built a good relationship with the provider and all the necessary Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are in place. Read full Planning for a Security Review article.
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Christmas is Coming
In the current climate of economic and financial uncertainty, and in the usual pre-Christmas rush to meet customer deadlines, security might not be top of your priority list. Read full Christmas is Coming article.
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