Posted January 28th, 2010 | No Comments
uPVC doors continue to present a challenge for security conscious people since the secure closing of the door depends on the last person through locking the door after themselves.
In the home this can present a problem where children are constantly using doors and leaving them unlocked. In public buildings or schools this issue can have far greater consequence since the duty of care for children and employees lies with the authority, which must ensure that every effort is taken to safeguard the people under its care. Safeguarding children is a current hot topic during OFSTED inspections of schools and can lead to severe penalties being placed on schools who have failed to take adequate precautions.
Traditionally in schools where uPVC doors were fitted as external doors, thumb-turn cylinders were also fitted to make it easier to ensure the doors were locked after use, however, human error could easily allow doors to be left unlocked and so insecure during busy times, especially in schools where staff may be under great pressure from excitable children.
We have had great success installing a battery operated; stand alone fob entry system in schools with uPVC doors. The system retro fits to most uPVC doors, requiring only the handles and lock cylinders to be replaced.
The system, called Smartair can be fitted to all external doors within the school and a single fob programmed to open each door individually, thus members of staff can be issued with a single fob that will operate each and every door.
Fob activation of the lock engages the outside handle, allowing access to the door once. As soon as the door closes the outside handle becomes disengaged and access is no longer possible until the fob is reintroduced.
Exit through the door is always possible during the working day as the inside handle is permanently engaged. This satisfies all the requirements of safety and security. If the door is closed, it is certain to be locked from the outside but exit is still possible in an emergency.
Smartair Standalone access control is the ideal solution for schools seeking a solution to the problem of Safeguarding Children in schools with uPVC doors.
No wiring required, which means speedy installation and minimal disruption to school life, even during term time!
Smartair can also be fitted to wooden doors, guaranteeing a comprehensive and effective total school security solution.
For more information and a quotation to secure your school, contact AUTHORIZED ACCESS fitted prices are from £395+VAT per door.
“Remember – Always use a Master Locksmiths Association ‘Approved Company’ when considering your security needs. You can be assured that our trained staff will provide a quality service with integrity to give you total peace of
Tags: Access control in schools, double glazed door security, External door security, ofsted, Safeguarding children, School security, security in school, security in schools, Smartair, upvc door security, uPVC locks | Posted in Security Advice |
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Posted January 15th, 2010 | No Comments
Who needs a safe?
Who needs a safe? You may ask.
‘I don’t have anything to put in a safe!’ Is a mantra I often hear when talking to home owners. Are they right? Let’s think about it…
What could I possibly have that needs to be kept in a safe? Well, maybe nothing that NEEDS to be kept in a safe, things only NEED to be kept in a safe if it is a requirement of our insurance policy. However, if you were unfortunate enough to become the victim of a break-in at home and 2008/9 crime figures* suggest that domestic burglaries are up 1% on the previous year, what might it cost you to recover, in monetary and emotional terms?
*Home Office British Crime Survey 2008/9
What do thieves target and what could be the cost to you?
Jewellery, it’s often not the value to replace but the sentimental value that’s priceless. The wedding ring left by your Grandmother, may cost very little to replace through your insurance but how do you cover it’s sentimental value and your emotional loss?
Cash, how do you prove the amount taken and can you be sure your insurance company will pay out? Cash is great for the opportunist thief and they know all your hiding places. The cost may only be measurable in terms of stress, when it’s gone it’s gone!
Passports, are replaceable but at a cost to you, as much as £112 per passport, plus the worry of identity theft.
These items are only some of the things thieves may target and the cost is already mounting, both in real terms and emotional cost.
Unfortunately you can’t guarantee that you won’t be burgled but should the unthinkable happen the use of a good home safe will protect those costly and irreplaceable items, saving you money, stress and much heartache.
For advice on the best solution for your home or business safe, contact Authorized Access or call into our showroom at 50b Bolton Street, Bury,BL9 0LL and our helpful staff will advise and assist you.
25% off all stock safes throughout January 2010
Tags: Combination safe, Home fire safe, Home safe, Home safes, Hotel safes, Personal safes, Residential safes, Safes, Safes for home, Security fire safe, Security safe, Security safes, Small safes | Posted in Security Advice |
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Posted January 11th, 2010 | No Comments
25% off All Safes In Stock
When They’re Gone They’re Gone!!
We are offering 25% off all our stock safes through the month of January, purchased and paid for before the 31 January 2010
Offers include Cash and Valuables Safes for Home or Office with insurance ratings from
£1000 to £10,000 cash and £100,000 of valuables
Contact our friendly and helpful staff on
0161 762 9936
or call into the showroom at 50b Bolton Street, Bury, BL9 0LL
to take advantage of these great offers
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Tags: Biometric safe, Can safe, Cash safe, Digital safe, Electronic safe, Fireproof safe, Home safe, Media safe, Safes, Security safe, Small safes, Valuables safe | Posted in Authorized Access News! |
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