ASSL attending BBA and BSIA this week
Posted: April 11th, 2011 in Industry
The British Banking Association (BBA) is holding its 8th annual Security Conference this Wednesday (11th April 2011) we are proud to be the Associated Sponsor of the event.
This year’s theme is: ‘A critical update on current physical security threats to the UK banking sector’ and key topics will include managing the security at the 2012 Olympics and Current trends in robbery in the UK. Click here for more information.
We will also be attending the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) complimentary seminar on the same day in Manchester. The theme of which is: ‘Security Whatever the Cuts’. It is a free conference for anyone who is worried about security to attend. Click here for more information.
If you are attending either of these events we look forward to seeing you there.
MLA’s Campaign for Industry Recognised Qualifications – a Success
Posted: April 5th, 2011 in Industry
The UK’s largest locksmith trade association is to fund the creation of nationally recognised qualifications.
Working alongside Skills for Security, the Master Locksmith Association has long pushed for the development of a nationally recognised qualification and dedicated apprenticeship framework for the locksmithing sector in England.
A significant number of MLA members and other industry practitioners have been working for 12 months on National Occupational Standards for the industry which will be submitted to the regulator at the end of this month.
As well as spearheading the campaign to create a nationally recognised qualification, the MLA is also financially supporting the development of the programme through surplus expected from the organisation’s MLA Expo 2011 exhibition at The International Centre in Telford (9-11 September).
Dr Steffan George, development director from the MLA, said: “The MLA has been campaigning for a nationally recognised locksmithing qualification and an apprenticeship scheme for years in order to raise standards, help legitimise the profession and improve the reputation of our industry whilst assisting companies wanting to employ apprentices.
“We encourage anyone looking to support our mission to show their support by coming along to the Expo in September.”
David Greer, CEO of Skills for Security, said: “The Government is currently supporting apprenticeships with increased funding for training, so this is a great way to encourage younger people into the locksmithing profession.”
Master Locksmith Association Backed by Government
Posted: March 8th, 2011 in Industry
The UK’s most trusted locksmithing trade association (of which Associated Security Solutions is a member) has been awarded the stamp of approval from the Home Office, highlighting its importance in the security industry.
James Brokenshire MP, the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Crime Prevention has commended the work of the Master Locksmiths Association (MLA) and has encouraged the association to contribute to building the voluntary and regulatory options for improving home security in Britain.
Brokenshire contacted the business development director for the MLA, Dr Steffan George, after he read the organisation’s 2011 handbook on home security. He noted that the handbook, “illustrated the significant contribution that the MLA has made, not only to improving the professionalism of locksmithing, but also to driving up product security standards across a number of different areas.”
Dr Steffan George was enthusiastic about their prospective role saying, “We have regularly updated Mr Brokenshire on various industry developments and concerns and it is reassuring to know the Government is taking the issues as seriously as we are. It’s always great to receive positive comments about the MLA and we are delighted that we will be able to have our say on future Government security initiatives.”
More than 400 insurers, surveyors, partners as well as police and Government contacts received the 2011 MLA Handbook.
Associated Security Featured in Industry Newsletter
Posted: February 3rd, 2011 in Industry
Associated Security Solutions are featured in this month’s Kaba newsletter ‘Safe Talk’. The profile section mentions this our 65th year of trading and our £1 Million investment in to the security industry by extending our head office building and expanding the helpdesk. Continue Reading »
