By AAI Security

The security of children left in the care of educational facilities has long been a point of contention for many, with parents expecting a certain standard of safety as a given. As such, OFSTED have created a set of guidelines to determine security levels when carrying out inspections of schools nationwide, and there are a number of steps that educational facilities are expected to take in order to increase physical security throughout their premises. School Safety While some schools may have a little trouble in keeping their students in, it’s protecting them from intruders that will always be the bigger concern….

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Nothing disrupts business quite like a break-in or a fire. While it may not be an immediate financial issue, so long as correct insurance cover is in place, the impact can have serious negative consequences. With the potential for immeasurable loss or damage of equipment, stock, furniture, access points and more, operations could be halted for a considerable amount of time. This could mean a significant loss of business in some cases, with months or years of hard work undone by a single incident. There are steps that all organisations can and should take to provide even a basic level of…

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Keeping businesses safe from unauthorised access is often at the forefront of employers’ minds, and being able to control who can come and go and in which areas goes a long way towards achieving this. Access Control Systems It’s not just secure locks, alarms and CCTV that can help to improve security; new technology can also play a key role, providing business owners and building managers with flexible, safe and efficient ways in which to grant access to specific areas within working premises. Whether a straightforward way of giving staff access to a main entrance without the need for an orthodox…

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Whether through damage to property, theft, arson or violence, many businesses suffer the effects of crime – some of which can have long-lasting consequences on profit, morale, and operational procedures. With over 20% of all recorded crime statistics in the UK accounted for by offences against businesses and their premises, it is more important than ever to ensure that yours is fully protected against any such unfortunate attacks. Luckily, there are a number of steps you can take to do so. Check Doors/Windows/Access Points The majority of thefts against commercial organisations (outside of cybercrime) occur through opportunism, such as an unlocked…

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If you are operating a business in London, no matter how big or small, protecting it is always at the forefront of your mind. On that basis alone, the importance of installing CCTV cannot be overstated. However, in addition to security, there are several other reasons why CCTV can be of great value to your business. Many business owners put off the installation of surveillance equipment primarily through the fear of high costs or complicated operating procedures, when in actual fact, CCTV is both affordable and simple to operate. In addition, the benefits provided make it extremely cost-effective.   Tackling Crime…