IPSA News - 2004
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12 October 2005
From the Scottish Executive:
JAMIESON OUTLINES NEXT STEPS ON PRIVATE SECURITY INDUSTRY REGULATION
Regulation of Scotland's private security industry moves a step closer today with the first meeting of a new project board to oversee the implementation of licensing across the country.
The board, set up by the GB wide Security Industry Authority (SIA), will work with the industry in Scotland to ensure it is fully geared up for the new arrangements. It will include two representatives from the SIA, an official from the Executive's justice department and a project manager who will be responsible for planning the day to day implementation of licensing.
This will begin from September next year, with training for those already employed or seeking employment in the sectors of the industry which are now or soon to be regulated in England and Wales - including door supervisors, manned guards, body guards, CCTV operators, those involved in transporting cash and valuables, private investigators and security consultants.
Licenses will be made available to applicants working in those areas from February 2007 and it will become an offence to work in such posts, without a licence towards the end of that year.
Justice Minister Cathy Jamieson said:
"The private security industry encompasses a wide range of activities and individuals - from those involved in guarding people and property, to private investigators, CCTV operators, security consultants and door stewards. Given the nature of this work, we are determined to provide greater protection and assurance to anyone - the public or private companies - hiring staff in these areas."
"Regulation, through the SIA, will provide that reassurance by preventing unsuitable people from obtaining positions of trust in the private security industry. It will ensure that security personnel are fit and proper people who are competent to perform their duties. It will also benefit legitimate private security businesses and staff in driving up standards and driving out the small minority of operators who are tarnishing their good name by using the industry as a front for illegal activities.
"The project board will play a key part in taking this project forward and help us in delivering a consistent licensing regime throughout Great Britain which enables the Scottish security industry to thrive while giving the public the increased assurance and protection they need."
Andy Drane, Depute Chief Executive of the SIA, said:
"Regulation in Scotland by the SIA will ensure standards of training and professionalism in the private security industry are the same across Great Britain. The public will benefit from one regulator and one licensing scheme which will allow them to have confidence in a regulated and trusted industry, and Scottish security businesses will not be disadvantaged in a competitive market."
26 September 2005
Regulatory Impact Assessment on Approved Contractor Scheme
The Home Office has published a Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) on the Approved Contract Scheme (ACS). The RIA outlines a list of options for the ACS and your comments on the paper will be used to help determine the recommended option as well as the details surrounding the scheme’s operation.
A copy of the RIA can be found on the Home Office website at http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/inside/legis/rias/rias.html#2005 or on the SIA website at http://www.the-sia.org.uk/NR/rdonlyres/79541DB6-9A73-4087-8E31-1950D17C9D8C/0/sia_acs_ria_v1.pdf
Please note that your replies have to be received by the Home Office by 17 November, 2005.
21 September 2005
Consultancy Study on future of Joint Security Industry Council (JSIC) of which IPSA is a full member
As part of the ongoing review of JSIC an opportunity is being undertaken to examine the need for and role of a body such as JSIC to represent the non core stakeholders of the industry. To this end an independent study has been commissioned jointly by the SIA and JSIC and is required to report by the end of October 2005.
The purpose of this tightly timed study is to establish the need for a representative body, whether it could be an effective conduit for consultation and communication within the industry and between the industry and government, and how such a body should be organised and financed. In essence whether JSIC or a body such as JSIC is the appropriate vehicle for facilitating dialogue with government
This is an important project through which stakeholders should address their concerns and expectations about how JSIC should function. Therefore I am asking that you take it seriously and forward your views and comments to the Consultant for his immediate consideration so that he can consult with you directly if he needs further clarification.
In particular the key issues that the study is tasked with investigating are:
What are the strategic implications, commercial opportunities and threats facing the private security industry today
What are the needs of the UK Security industry in terms of its dialogue with UK Government
Is there a need for an organisation such as JSIC to facilitate this dialogue and if so what should it look like how should it operate.
This is a unique opportunity for JSIC members and other stakeholders to declare your views on this important set of issues so that we can as an industry work towards a solution that enhances the position and status of the industry and provides a credible method of consultation with government agencies and departments. We have to provide the evidence upon which future policy decisions on representation will be made.
9 September 2005
Association AGM
The Annual General Meeting of the International Professional Security Association will be held on Wednesday, 12 October 2005, at 11.30am at St Andrew’s Hall, Royal Over-Seas League, Overseas House, Park Place, St. James’s Street, London, SW1A 1LR
25 July 2005
Just published – 2005 Revision of BS 7960 Door supervisors/stewards. Code of practice
Gives recommendations for the organization, staffing, operation and management of companies providing door supervision services to licensed premises and/or outdoor events, and to other individuals, companies, organizations and licensees who provide or employ door supervisors.
Supersedes 1999 edition
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19 July 2005
Europe’s premier aviation and maritime security show
Now in its 4th year, APTS is firmly established as the premier event for aviation and maritime security professionals. APTS provides the industry with a much needed opportunity to gather, debate and exchange ideas on best practice and up-to-the-minute innovations, as well as giving security professionals the chance to experience for themselves the latest products, services and solutions available.
APTS offers high-level conferences, an exhibition of the latest products and services, a free workshop programme, the inaugural APTS dinner plus a host of networking opportunities.
22 December 2004
Announcement from the SIA:
From 10 January 2005 the Security Industry Authority (SIA) will start to accept requests for licence application packs for the latest sectors to be licensed under the new national licensing scheme for the private security industry in England and Wales. On 20 March 2006, it will be a legal requirement for those working in the four new licensable security sectors to hold an SIA licence.
The four new licensable security sectors are:
| Sector | Open for licensing | Licence required |
| Security Guarding | 10 January 2005 | 20 March 2006 |
| Cash & Valuables In Transit | 10 January 2005 | 20 March 2006 |
| CCTV Public Space Surveillance | 27 June 2005 | 20 March 2006 |
| Close Protection | 01 September 2005 | 20 March 2006 |
Spreading the licensing process will ensure businesses continue to run smoothly while employees go through the licensing process. The SIA will also introduce a system for businesses to request application forms on behalf of their employees and to return them to the SIA in bulk.
To gain an SIA licence, applicants will need to attend an approved training course, attain a nationally recognised qualification and undergo identity and criminal records checks.
Anyone involved in licensable sectors and who works under contract will need to be licensed. This includes employees, managers, supervisors and directors of security companies. Licensing does not extend to those who are employed in-house.
10 December 2004
New IPSA web site launched
18 November 2004
The date of the IPSA AGM confirmed as 19th January 2005 in central London. Official notices will be circulated to all members.
17 November 2004
SIA issue guidance advice for what companies need to consider for licensing of Security Officers. Click here for more details
11 August 2004
Exhibitions during the next 12 months
Security Roadshows (organised by Security Installer)
21 September 2004 at Croke Park, Dublin
23 September 2004 at Belfast Waterfont Hall
9 November 2004 at Old Trafford Football Ground, Manchester
Click here to register for Security Roadshows
Securex
12 - 14 October 2004 at Earls Court 2, London
Click here to register for Securex
IFSEC 2005
16 - 19 May 2005 at NEC, Birmingham
Click here to register for IFSEC
Safety & Security Asia 2005
9 - 11 November 2005 at Singapore Expo
Click here to register for SSA05
9 August 2004
Crime in Business Conference and Exhibition in Birmingham
To combat the rising tide of business crime the West Midlands Police have joined forces with the business community to seize the initiative and develop a range of initiatives to combat criminal activity.
The Pride in Business Partnership - Heartlands Business Forum and other business groups throughout the City - supported by Birmingham Chamber of Commerce/ Business Link, West Midlands Police, the Birmingham Community Safety Partnership and many prominent business leaders are hosting the first Crime in Business Conference and Exhibition at Aston Villa Conference centre in Birmingham on Thursday November 4th 2004.
Businesses of all sizes are vulnerable to rising security threats. Information security, hacking and virus attacks can all seriously damage a company's ability to operate. Credit cards are susceptible to fraudulent use and cloning - sophisticated gangs are in operation in Birmingham. High value loads and lorries and cars are stolen to order. Burglary, criminal damage and arson pose a physical disruption to business, how do drugs and alcohol abuse and domestic violence affect the efficiency of your business?
These and other aspects of crime will be discussed at the free event where our invaluable guide "Fighting Business Crime" will be distributed free of charge to all attendees. Crime prevention professionals will be speaking and contributing valuable articles to the guide along with advice from the West Midlands Police and essential contact information. Apart from details of the 50 exhibitors at the Conference the guide will also hold a valuable classified section of companies involved with providing crime prevention products or services providing an essential year round sourcing guide for the business community.
Copies of the guide will be provided to all of the partner organisations and distributed by them during the year to support this unique and valuable collaboration between the West Midland Police and the business community.
22 March 2004
IPSA Careers Leaflet revised for 2004
IPSA publishes and distributes a leaflet to Careers Advisors, libraries, etc. Please click here for the 2004 revised edition.
1 March 2004
DOOR SUPERVISOR LICENCE SCHEME STARTS ROLL OUT
Hampshire and Isle of Wight will be the first region to be regulated under the new SIA licensing scheme. From 4 June, it will be a criminal offence to work as a door supervisor in Hampshire and Isle of Wight without an SIA licence. The SIA door supervisor licence will then be introduced region by region. From April 2005, it will be illegal to work as a door supervisor anywhere in England and Wales without an SIA licence
25 February 2004
Conference organised by Perpetuity Group The Impact of Regulation: The changing world of security
There is no doubt at all that regulation and other changes affecting the security world will result in both winners and losers, and this is true for any organisation, business or individual who is involved in security. The aim of this conference is to explore who the winners and losers will be and to address a number of issues:
· Will security cost more?
· Will services improve?
· Will the changes mean better value for money?
· Who will benefit and who will lose?
· What are the risk factors?
· What are the opportunities?
Speakers include: Peter Hermitage (SIA), David Dickenson, Graham Dow, Mike Britnell, Stuart Lowden and Rick McConnell.
Topics covered include: the police perspective on the emerging opportunities for security; what can be expected from insurers; how can security be more cost effective; what will be the expectations of clients? Moreover, there will be a debate: A 48 hour week is essential for an enhanced security service
The case for: Stuart Lowden
The case against: Richard Evans
Cost: £195 +VAT per person.
The conference will be held at the Gilbert Murray Conference Suite, University of Leicester on the 27th May 2004. More details will be announced shortly on their website www.perpetuitygroup.com.
3 February 2004
Return of the Red Book
The familiar "Red Book" was for over a decade the popular yearbook of IPSA and was last published in the year 2000. Since that time there have been continuing requests for a directory of its kind. This is a response to that need for a more comprehensive directory for the security industry, embracing not only the contract manned guarding sector but other sectors offering the full range of security products and services to potential clients and purchasers.
The Joint Security Industry Council which brings together many companies and associations under one representative body also recognises the desire and need for an industry wide UK directory to service all these interests and the wider body of companies which are as yet outside the JSIC family. The re-launch of the Red Book jointly by JSIC and IPSA is seen as a major step forward in coordinating and promoting the services and expertise of all JSIC members and member associations.
The Directory will contain a wide range of general information, leading articles by prominent individuals in the industry and editorial features pertinent to the state of the industry and developments at this time. There will also be a comprehensive directory of the specialist individuals, companies and associations of JSIC and IPSA members for networking purposes.
Company Profile Section: Of special significance will be a Company Profile section in which member companies and suppliers to the industry may advertise and contribute a company profile editorial giving details of their company background, current products and activities, recent achievements and future plans.
To underline the importance of this new publication it is intended to have the first edition out in time for the IFSEC Exhibition in May 2004 . The Directory will be produced by our authorised publishers Smith Regent Press Ltd, a successful publisher with much experience in this field.
The Directory will be distributed free to all JSIC members and also to other bodies, prospective members and other interested parties at the IFSEC exhibition and other conferences, exhibitions and events. It will also be available for purchase by the industry.
Advertising Rates : The advertising rates can be obtained and negotiated with Smith Regent Press Ltd. Please speak to Mark Foster (020 8952 1110) for further details.
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