Security product associations / regulatory bodies in United Kingdom (UK) (200 found)

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is the professional trade association for the security industry in the UK. Its aim is to help its member companies succeed in an ever-changing and highly competitive business environment. A vitally important element of this is ensuring its members provide the highest possible standard of products and service to their customers. The BSIA has over 500 members responsible for more than 70% of UK security business, including CCTV, access control, manned security, information destruction, physical security, cash-in-transit and alarm manufacture, distribution and installation. Vision The BSIA's vision is to create a climate where the BSIA hallmark is a symbol of quality and professionalism for security buyers and industry partners.Mission As the voice of the British private security industry, the BSIA mission is to support members and encourage excellence; educate the marketplace on the value of quality and professional security; and create an atmosphere in which our members can flourish.Key values Dedication - we are committed to serving all our members equally. High standards - we promote best practice and excellence to add value. Innovation - we push the boundaries, using a positive attitude to lead the industry forward. Integrity - we operate ethically to do the right thing. Belief - we are passionate about what we do. Key areas of BSIA activity include: Information dissemination The BSIA disseminates information to members, potential members, users of security products/services, related organisations and the general public to raise awareness and understanding of issues relating to security and crime prevention. Lobbying The BSIA lobbies key organisations/bodies to form valuable working partnerships and achieve desirable changes e.g. Members of Parliament, the Home Office, Association of Chief Police Officers, Association of British Insurers. The BSIA is extremely active in liaising with Government to ensure that legislation reflects industry and customer needs. The Association lobbied for regulation of the security industry for over 15 years, culminating in the introduction of the Private Security Industry Act 2001 and the launch of the Security Industry Authority. Standards One of the BSIA's top priorities is the maintenance of high standards within the industry, and it places rigorous requirements on companies wishing to become members. BSIA draws up industry codes of practice and technical documents, often then submitting documents for consideration as British Standards. Our representatives work on European standards committees to ensure these will meet the practical needs of the industry and its customers Skills In 2006 a skills body for the private security sector was formed. 'Skills for Security' incorporates the Security Industry Training Organisation, the BSIA's training subsidiary, which was divested from the Association to form the new skills body. The BSIA is working with Skills for Security, alongside other key industry stakeholders, to help to establish a stronger skills foundation which will add further benefits for the industry and its people.

ACM is a UKAS-accredited certification body in the UK. With over 280 auditors internationally, they work with thousands of clients in more than 20 countries throughout their certification process up to their successful certification that will transform their business performance.

The ACS Pacesetters membership is made up of Contract Security Guarding Companies who are in the top 15% benchmarking and achievement levels set by the Security Industry Authority Approved Contractor Scheme.

ADS Group is the UK trade organisation representing aerospace, defence, security and space sectors. ADS is focused on representing ambitions and concerns of these industries in the UK and overseas to key stakeholders, government, and the media. A dedicated team of events specialists co-ordinate & manage a comprehensive events programme encompassing everything from large international trade shows through to table top events & networking lunches.

ADS is the Premier Trade Organisation for all companies operating in the UK Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space industries. Farnborough International Limited (FIL) which runs the Farnborough International Airshow, is a wholly owned subsidiary.

Africa Security Forum is a membership-based government organisation, located in Barking, United Kingdom. They provide policing, counter terrorism, border defence, local, state, national security services.

ASIS International UK Chapter is an organisation for security professionals, with more than 38,000 members worldwide including 750 in the UK. The UK Chapter runs dynamic seminars and training days throughout the year, publishes a quarterly Newsletter containing articles from country's security practitioners and acts as a voice for the security profession, representing members' views at the highest levels.

Associated British Ports - ABP is the UK’s leading ports group. The association is an essential partner for the Offshore Wind industry, providing Operations and Maintenance (O&M) for over 50% of the sector’s activity, as well as building infrastructure in facilities like Green Port Hull, a joint investment with SGRE, the largest Offshore Wind blade manufacturer, and LEEF (Lowestoft Eastern Energy Facility).

The Association of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems is the non-profit Trade Association that represents the commercial small unmanned aircraft operating industry to government departments and international bodies.

The Association of Security Consultants is the professional organisation for independent security consultants. ASC promotes networking between member consultants, end-users, the security industry and government, through its networking services, business clubs and annual international conference, CONSEC.

The Association of University Chief Security Officers is the organisation for security professionals working in higher and further education around the world. The association provides advice, resources, training and events for its members to aid best practice in security management within the sector.

Best Companies help make the world a better workplace by measuring, improving and recognising workplace engagement. Tools and expertise enable organisations to understand their employees, helping them to attract and retain top talent. World-class methodology powers The Best Companies to Work For list, spotlighting the UK’s best workplaces on a national stage.

From carefully considered intelligent video products and services, to bespoke access control projects, the Genie brand has been solving security and surveillance dilemmas for clients across the UK for over 20 years. Installers like Genie’s collaborative approach, and their solution-based processes, help keep them competitive and relevant in today’s dynamic market. They recognize Genie as a trustworthy British firm that shares their values.

The Biometrics Institute was founded to respond to an industry need for an independent and impartial international forum to share knowledge and information about biometrics and to provide best-practice guidance around the responsible use of biometrics.

BioStore has been developing identity management technologies since 2005, providing high quality, secure systems across a range of industries. BioStore provides integrated authentication for a variety of applications, including E-Registration, Print & Copy, Password Manager, Computer Logon, Cashless Catering, Visitor Manager, Access Control, Library Management and Locker Systems.

BREEAM is the sustainability assessment method for masterplanning projects, infrastructure and buildings. It recognises and reflects the value in higher performing assets across the built environment lifecycle, from new construction to in-use and refurbishment.

British Computer Society (BCS) works towards ensuring the digital journey is safe and positive for everyone, by raising standards of competence and conduct across the IT industry and tackling the ethical challenges face along the way.

The British Fire Services Association is the forum for the development, welfare and recognition of all sectors operating within the fire & rescue community. The BFSA is a strictly non-political and as a democratic institution, its members are drawn from all ranks and disciplines.

The BRC’s purpose is to make a positive difference in the retail industry and the customers it serves, today and in the future. Retail is an exciting, dynamic, and diverse industry. It is a driving force in the economy, a hotbed of innovation, and the UK’s largest private sector employer. Retailers touch the lives of millions of people every day, supporting the vibrancy of the communities they operate in.

British Standards Institute is the National Standards Body of the UK and develops standards and standardisation solutions to meet the needs of business and society. BSI works with government, businesses and consumers to represent UK interests and facilitate the production of British, European and international standards. BSI caters to various industry sectors including biometrics, fire, security, health and safety, and more.

British Woodworking Federation (BWF) is a trade association for the woodworking and joinery manufacturing industry in the UK. They offer advice, support and regulatory information to members, as well as guidance for those looking to specify timber products for their home or for commercial projects.

BWF Fire Door Alliance is operated and managed by the British Woodworking Federation (BWF). It is a scheme that champions third-party certification of fire doors and doorsets. Comprising of manufacturers of timber fire doors and fire doorsets, processors, distributors and suppliers of integral components, members share the vision that every fire door or fire doorset sold in the UK meets required standards throughout its service life.

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