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About the MLA The Master Locksmiths Association is a not-for-profit trade association for locksmiths established to set and promote standards of conduct , practice and materials within industry , and is recognised as the authoritative body by the police , government , BSI , Insurers RISCAuthority and other such groups . The Master Locksmiths Association has over 1000 vetted members made up of individual members and fully qualified MLA approved locksmith companies who are additionally inspected .
The Master Locksmiths Association are providers of leading training from their purpose-built headquarters in Rugby consisting of a classroom type environment for theory work and full equipped workshop for practical elements . The MLA offer over 40 courses a year with weekend options available . ( NB : due to the content of some courses they may only be open to Master Locksmiths Association members .)
About our Sponsor – Abus
ABUS are a global manufacturer and supplier of innovative security and safety solutions to the Commercial , Home and Mobile sectors . We have developed high quality , German-manufactured products since 1924 . We offer a wide range of solutions comprising Locking Systems , Padlocks , Cylinders , Master key Systems , CCTV , Access Control and Safety Solutions .
ABUS is a brand known globally for delivering high quality . In the UK we are committed to delivering a personal service and working with our Partners to develop a solution that fits your requirements .
Whether you are looking to secure residential or commercial premises , perimeter fencing and entrances , manage access levels , secure containers , storage facilities or even looking to safeguard mobile property such as bikes , ABUS can provide the perfect solution .
SUPPORTING MEMBERS DURING COVID-19
» AS PART OF OUR RESPONSIBILITIES we have been working hard to ensure our members are aware of the goings on in relation to covid-19 , impacts on their business , support available and more . We have been active through our Forum , Members Facebook Group and Direct Mail campaigns in providing this important information , this has varied from self-employment – income support , government advice in relation to key workers , premises opening / closure , furlough and more through to Lockdown 2 details , the winter economy and more .
Further to this we have diversified our training offering where possible , within our Headquarters social distancing measure have been put in place , smaller classes with specifically assigned materials for students and comprehensive guides on maintain these standards details before and during courses .
Unfortunately , due to the recent Lockdown 2 our November 2020 courses have had to be rescheduled . At the time of this article we are expecting December to commence however like everyone else we won ’ t know for sure so keep an eye on our socials for updates .
We have however increased the number of webinars available to members and are currently working on more with affiliates and our internal departments as well as launching our training calendar for Q1 of 2021 which is available on our website .
Become an MLA Member
As the UK ’ s largest trade association for locksmiths we are proud to offer the following membership categories for trading companies and individuals to join the MLA .
Personal membership for those who already are or looking to become a locksmith .
Approved company membership for companies who want to benefit from a listing on our website and gain approved company status allowing use of our logo .
Affiliate membership for Companies , Manufacturers and / or Distributors of materials , equipment or services to , or in connection with , the locksmithing industry and who wish to support the Aims and Objectives of the Association .
We have also worked hard on creating a selection of further benefits which are available to only member including :
• Free members only training & meetings
• Reduced rates on training
• Access to our members only Magazine ‘ Keyways ’
• Members only discounts and benefits with an array of businesses and services
• Exclusive access to our Forum and Facebook Group
• Exhibitor discounts at the MLA Expo
• And much more !
Read what some of our members had to say :
“ As an approved MLA member I can highly recommend joining . It took me far too long to do so , having passed the entrance exam way back in 1994 I finally joined as an approved company in 2018 . If you ’ re serious about taking your business to the next level , the back-up , help and advice on offer is second to none . It will also increase your workload . Keep up the excellent work guys .”
“ I have had many recommendations from the MLA , for work in my area . Always very helpful with enquires . Things like cash ratings for older safes , and suppliers of specialised equipment . Great when you need a contact phone number too .”
“ Joining the MLA early on was probably the best single decision in my locksmithing career .”
You can find more information on becoming a MLA member , the different types of memberships available and benefits by visiting our website www . locksmiths . co . uk
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