Archetech Issue 26 2016 | Page 137

An active deterrent against the misuse of Access Control Call Points Too often there is confusion when it comes to exiting out of a building by pressing the emergency exit call point rather than the door release button. Help to eliminate this problem by installing a protective cover over the manual call point. Euro Stopper® Protect & Monitor the use of Access Control Call Points For further information, contact Sales on [email protected] • 01527 520999 • www.sti-europe.com MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS Assessed to ISO 9001 LPCB ref. no. 653 EN54-11 Cert no. 653a/01 ReSet Series 01 STELLAR SECURITY THAT WON’T COST THE EARTH By Jeremy Cassady, Managing Director of Securikey As part and parcel of managing the health and safety of any business and its employees, it is essential to conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential risks in the workplace and to implement the appropriate physical security measures. Priorities for protection should focus on: People (staff, visitors, contractors, customers), Physical Assets (buildings, contents, equipment) and Information (electronic and paper data). Leading manufacturers of security products, such as Securikey, offer many solutions to suit every company size and budget as well as offering long term functionality. Here are a few examples of how to keep employees and assets safe at a relatively low cost: Reflect and React A popular and extremely cost-effective alternative to cameras is the convex mirror or safety mirror. Used extensively in a diverse range of environments, convex safety mirrors When choosing a convex mirror, it is recommended that security personnel seek advice from organisations such as Secured By Design (SBD). SBD is the official UK Police flagship initiative whose objective is to ‘design out crime’ with approved physical security and their principles have been proven to achieve a reduction of crime risk by up to 75%. With such a universal range of options available, business and workforce security needn’t cost the earth financially or environmentally and, in addition to offering high quality products to meet the security requirements of the business, a good supplier will also provide comprehensive advice from initial enquiry through to final installation, ensuring the ultimate protection for the company’s assets, premises and staff. For more information contact Securikey on 01252 311888 or [email protected] or go to securikey.co.uk Page 137 - Archetech In terms of security, prevention rather than reaction is key. CCTV (closed circuit television cameras) are commonly used both inside and outside of commercial buildings Although invaluable in some buildings, CCTV can be costly and is not always necessary. are a highly effective way of eliminating blind spots inside and outside a building and can be useful in enhancing safety, security and operational efficiency as well as saving the business money on operational and energy costs. There are a number of options available such as interior, exterior, speciality and institution mirrors, each designed to meet specific requirements. Easy to maintain and with a low purchasing cost in comparison with more high tech alternatives, convex mirrors can also be useful in making staff more aware of their surroundings. Different convex mirrors have many different applications and it is essential that the correct mirror is chosen for an organisation’s needs. In addition, each mirror must be positioned to give the most comprehensive view and expert advice, as well as free guides, are available from leading suppliers to help the customer make an informed decision that will precisely meet requirements.