Commercial break-in claim: the evidence insurers need
A crime reference number records that a break-in was reported, but it doesn’t establish the value of the loss. For a commercial break-in claim, insurers...
Security and Safety
School security in the UK: visitors and site perimeters
A locked gate and a visitor badge provide limited protection without clear decisions about admission, supervision and emergency access. School security in the UK depends...
Does business insurance require security guards in the UK?
Business insurance does not automatically require security guards in the UK. A requirement can arise from the insurer’s risk assessment and written policy conditions, particularly...
Site Vulnerability Assessment: A UK Guide to Physical and Cyber Checks
What a site vulnerability assessment covers in the UK, how physical and cyber checks differ, the steps involved and how to act on the findings.
Out of Hours Security: Options, Costs and How to Choose
Out of hours security for UK sites: compare guards, mobile patrols, keyholding and monitoring, and learn what to check before you sign a contract.
UK workplace lockdown plans: when to lock down
Locking the front door does not make a workplace safe during every emergency. A workplace lockdown plan should explain when restricting access reduces danger, when...
What affects manned security costs in the UK?
An hourly rate alone is not enough to budget for security. Manned security costs depend on the hours purchased, officers needed at the same time,...
How often should mobile security patrols visit?
Booking the same nightly visit for every property can leave different risks covered by an identical schedule. Mobile security patrols should follow a site-specific risk...
Suspicious Package Procedures for Commercial Security Teams
A suspicious delivery is not the moment for guesswork, curiosity or a quick inspection at the reception desk. The first objective is life safety and...
Security Guard Evacuation Duties: A Practical Site Guide
An evacuation can become disorganised in seconds when people receive mixed instructions, use familiar routes or wait for somebody else to take charge. A guard’s...
