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‘Can I take your picture please?’ and other myths – debunking the law on CCTV for commercial properties
There is a lot of confusion and misinformation surrounding CCTV, and we often find people are unsure about how and where you can use it in and around commercial properties. CCTV is there to protect your property from theft, malicious damage, and other problems. While there are some ...
Not exactly tripwires and tin cans – How do intruder alarms work?
As a kid (I won't tell you how long ago), I used to set up little intruder alarms by hanging old tins from string. They would make a clattering noise if anyone opened the door and alert me to the presence of an intruder. Of course, you had to be in the room, which meant if anyone ...
Letting the right people in – What is access control, and how does it work?
When we talk about access control, we mean the technology and processes that allow authorised people to enter a specified place. That could be a whole building, a specific area or even a single room. Depending on the use of the room, you may limit users access depending on rules in the ...
Commercial Security in 2022 – what can we expect to see?
The speed of development in the commercial security sector is fast to the point of being almost impossible to keep up with. Technology leaps ahead almost daily, and new, innovative, and radical developments spring up like mushrooms. Every few days, we seem to see new products that ping ...
What is Remote Security Monitoring, and how can it help your business?
With more than 10 billion IoT active devices in 2021, and 127 new devices connected to the internet every second, it's no surprise that we're used to everything connecting to the internet. Smart devices are embedded in our daily lives, from answering the door to controlling the central heating ...
How to keep your business safe and enjoy your Christmas this year
Holidays are coming; holidays are coming.
As the instantly recognisable soundtrack of the infamous red truck is beginning to boom over our TVs, and the supermarkets start to adorn their shelves with all things glittery, it can only mean one thing. Christmas is nearly upon us again.
As many ...
The surprising reasons why businesses are failing fire safety audits
When thinking about safety regulations at work, it's easy to think about ensuring your equipment is well maintained and compliant with the latest regulations.
However, did you know that anyone who has "control of premises" must take reasonable steps to reduce the risk from fire and ensure a ...
10 horrifying statistics that will send shivers down your spine
As the darker nights are drawing in and the clocks roll back, that can only mean one thing; it's time for spooky season! But in case you're not feeling the Halloween spirit, we've compiled some shocking fire and security statistics that will send shivers down the spine of any business ...
Hybrid Working: How to create a safe environment for your employees
With 85% of the UK's adult working population wanting to split their time between home and office, it's no surprise that "hybrid" working has been a hot topic recently. From recommendations on software to enable agile working to businesses trialling 4-day weeks, it's clear that the world of ...
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