Posted May 29th, 2011 | No Comments
The value of cost effective ‘mechanical’ key operated security is undoubted, even in the current era of electronic access control.
High tech electronic security solutions are the accepted norm for convenient, secure and auditable systems in multi-user environments both in the public and private sectors, however most systems require some level of mechanical back up or override for times when the ‘convenience’ system is inoperative.
The application of restricted keys is essential in this case as anything less leaves the facility vulnerable to a breach of security with little chance of detection as unrestricted keys are able to be copied without any form of authority or identification being required.
Restricted keys, sometimes referred to as ’security keys’ should be used in any situation where key control is required, that is where the owner or manager of a facility would like to retain control of who has keys issued to them and who is authorised to obtain copies of those keys.
This is a simple cost effective solution to an age old problem, that of unauthorised people being in possession of keys to secure premises. Restricted key cylinders are available for most applications and at a cost of little more than some unrestricted options.
The security of Schools, Churches, Youth Clubs, Sports Facilities, Business Premises and even Domestic Homes is vulnerable when keys locking those premises are able to be copied by anyone, without the need for proof or authorisation. Whenever anyone is given a key it is no longer under the control of it’s owner. If so inclined the key holder may then attempt to obtain copies and if not restricted could return the originals to the owner and they would be non the wiser that other ‘illicit’ keys were in circulation. Restricted keys would foil the attempt to copy the keys and in some cases may even lead to the attempted duplication being highlighted to the owner.
Even without criminal intent, many unrestricted keys are copied by people who simply want the convenience of holding a key themselves, without having to ask the authorised holder for it’s use. Once the additional keys are in existence however, the systematic corruption of security is underway. Should anything untoward occur on the premises secured by those keys then it becomes almost impossible to identify the perpetrator as no one is exactly sure just who, or even how many people may have had access to the keys.
Restricted keys are low cost, readily available at most Master Locksmith’s Approved security retailers and an essential consideration for anyone responsible for the security of home or business premises.
“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 mind.”
Contact Authorized Access by e-mail or phone 0161 762 9936 for further information and a quotation.
Tags: Authorized Access, Business security, Crime prevention, High security locks, Home Security advice, Locks, Restricted keys, Security keys | Posted in Business Advice, Security Advice |
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Posted May 11th, 2011 | No Comments
Having been in business for over 20 years and a qualified Master Locksmith I am regularly asked why I always recommend the use of restricted keys when supplying locks to both Commercial and Domestic customers, in a wide variety of situations.
I, on the other hand am constantly amazed by people who leave themselves wide open to burglary by someone who has had access to a set of keys, eirther at home or at work and have had the opportunity to have those keys copied.
Most businesses and homes are locked by keys which can be readily copied at any convenient locksmith shop or heel bar, where the operators of those businesses are not obliged even to ask for proof of identity, never mind actual ownership of or right to access before making the copy.
Most people don’t consider the consequences of lending out a key; how many times have you left a key to your home with a neighbour while you you are away on holiday, or a cleaner, decorator or workman doing work while you are out? How many employees are key holders to their places of work, either officially or just for convenience?
In all the instances above, if the keys in question were not restricted then it’s possible they could have been copied, again for reasons of convenience or for purposes less than honest! It may not have been the person who you thought was in control of the keys that made the copies but someone else.
The fact is YOU DON”T KNOW!!
Restricted keys are available for most applications where locks are used to secure premisses, for use on wooden doors, uPVC doors, composite doors, aluminium shop door and padlocks for all kinds of use and can cost little more than locks that utilise unrestricted keys.
Some locks are extremely robust and provide adequate deterent against forced entry when ‘brute force’ is used but offer little deterence when locked by an Un-Restricted Key which can be copied without the owners consent or knowledge and used to simply unlock the door, often invalidating any insurance cover the owner may have because it becomes hard to prove that the ‘Minimum Insurance Requirement’ was met as there will be no sign of forced entry!
Typical applications where Restricted Keys enhance the security already in place:
- At home, if you ever allow other people to hold keys on your behalf (ANYONE!)
- At work, if you own a business and members of your staff hold keys.
- Churches/Schools/Youth Clubs/Sports Clubs or any situation where there are multiple key-holders.
- Landlords who let properties, commercial or domestic.
- Any situation where you might want to retain control of who has a key to your premises.
Retaining control of the keys and consequently the access to your property, whether at home or at work should be at the top of your list when considering security, it is fundamental and much easier than you might think!
Contact any Master Locksmith’s Approved Company for advice and remember advice should cost NOTHING!
“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 mind.”
You can contact Authorized Access by e-mail or phone 0161 762 9936 for further information and a quotation.
Tags: Authorized Access, Business security, Crime prevention, High security locks, Home security, Key Control, Minimum Insurance Requirement, Multiple key holders, Restricted keys, security in schools, Security keys, Security Locks, security solutions | Posted in Security Advice |
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Posted February 8th, 2011 | No Comments
Last year during The 14 Days Of Love campaign, with thebestof bury, Authorized Access Locksmiths in Bury were voted the 3rd most loved locksmith in the UK. This title achieved through previously satisfied customers of Authorized Access taking the time to submit a positive testimonial to the quality of work and service given by the company.
Once again this year we are on track to be recognised as one of Bury’s ‘most loved’ companies and the UK’s most loved security companies. To anyone who has already left testimonial for Authorized Access at thebestof bury website, we thank you most sincerely and if anyone would still like to leave a testimonial during the 14 Days Of Love, leading up to Valentines Day 14 February 2011 then please recommend Authorized Access here!
Anyone leaving a testimonial during this period will be entered into a prize draw each day of the remaining 14 Days Of Love and could win anything from an Apple IPad, Hot Air Balloon Ride and Meal for 2 at a Michelin Star Restaurant to Flowers for a year! But you have to be in it to win it!!
In our 22nd year of business in Bury, at Authorized Access we aim to improve our customers and clients quality of life by providing appropriate and affordable security solutions, bringing peace of mind and a secure life style.
If you are unsure whether your home or business is adequately secured, then contact us at Authorized Access and we will carry out a security survey at no cost and with no obligation, so you can rest assured you have done all you possibly can to safeguard your family or employees.
In the current economic climate don’t let the fear of crime stop you enjoying life!
Call Lee on 0161 762 9936 for help or advice on any security related matter.
Tags: 14 Days Of Love, about local businesses, Authorized Access, bestofbury, Bury, Business Success, Home security, Key Cutting, Locksmith, Locksmiths, Master Locksmith, the best of bury | Posted in Authorized Access News! |
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Posted December 7th, 2009 | No Comments
FREE CHARITY KEY CUTTING
EVENT
To celebrate our 21st year of trading,Authorized Access are holding a free key cutting event
Friday 11th December 2009.
Get two standard keys cut free of charge for a donation to Bury hospice who are trying to raise money to support the building of their new site.
Join us for drinks and nibbles while you get your keys cut and support a very worthy cause.
50b Bolton St, Bury, Lancs BL9 0LL t.0161 762 9936
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Posted November 27th, 2009 | No Comments
A little tale to help you enjoy a peaceful Christmas!
THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS
‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse;
But who’s at the window and peering through
At presents and treasure wrapped up by you?
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there;
The thief was inside with incredible ease
Eyeing the loot he was going to seize
The children were nestled all snug in their beds,
While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads;
Now the thief filled his bag and with a snigger of glee
“Laptops and jewellery all for me”
And mamma in her ‘kerchief, and I in my cap,
Had just settled down for a long winter’s nap,
No rest for the thief though, he works through the night
Not a thought for the children asleep out of sight.
The moral of the story that I need to bestow
Is secure your home, don’t leave presents on show
Authorized Access, you know you can trust
To fit locks and security, IT IS A MUST!
To sign up to regular security updates from Authorized Access Ltd, a Master Locksmith’s Association Approved company with over 20 years experience in the field, follow the link below.
If you are interested to find out more about Authorized Access, the company, our products and our range of novelty Christmas Stocking Fillers, contact us by e-mail:
or call on
0161 762 9936
or call into the Security Centre
50b Bolton Street
Bury
BL9 0LL
Tags: Authorized Access, childrens gifts, christmas poems, christmas presents, christmas story, Gift Ideas, Security Advice | Posted in Security Advice |
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Posted November 17th, 2009 | No Comments
Authorized Access Comes Of Age
Keys cut free of charge and charity will benefit!!
Bury Hospice is to benefit from the anniversary year celebrations of a local company in its 21st year of trading.
Authorized Access Security Centre, established by Bury man David Ramsden in 1989, intends to carry out a number of special events over the coming year to celebrate it’s 21st anniversary of commencing trading and raise money for one it’s longest standing customers, Bury Hospice, in the process.
The first event will be a ‘Christmas FREE Key Cutting Opportunity’, to be held on Friday 11th December, at Authorized Access’s Security Centre on Bolton Street, Bury. Any customer will be able to have two standard keys cut free of charge, for a donation to the Bury Hospice collection.
The offer means that private or business customers could have 2 keys cut for whatever donation they felt appropriate to the charity. David Ramsden says “this is open to anyone we hope that many customers, new and old will take advantage of what really will be quite a saving, up to £12 and of course any donation at all would be welcomed for Bury Hospice and everyone will be a winner. Anyone knowing they are needing keys to be cut and can wait until Friday 11th December can simply come into our shop and have them cut, enjoying a nibble and a drink while they wait”.
Authorized Access can trace work done for the Hospice back into the 90’s, both at the Hospice Shop on the Rock and their main site on Dumers Lane. Says David “while also working with other charities in Bury, we feel that the Hospice was probably the first to have account status with us and we know they do valuable work within the community”.
Other events will take place in 2010, all of which will help to raise money for the very worthy service provided by the Bury Hospice.
To sign up to regular security updates from Authorized Access Ltd, a Master Locksmith’s Association Approved company with over 20 years experience in the field, follow the link below.
AUTHORIZED ACCESS SECURITY UPDATES
If you are interested to find out more about Authorized Access, the company, our products and our range of novelty Christmas Stocking Fillers, contact us by e-mail:
info@authorized-access.co.uk
or call on
0161 762 9936
or call into the Security Centre
50b Bolton Street
Bury
BL9 0LL
(up the side of Prontaprint)
Tags: Authorized Access, Bury Hospice, Hospice Bury, Key Cutting, Key Cutting Bury, Keys Cut, Locksmith Bury, Restricted keys | Posted in Authorized Access News! |
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Posted July 10th, 2009 | No Comments
Change of opening hours:
In order to continue providing the level of service our customers demand our opening hours will be 8.30am-5.30pm, Monday to Friday with immediate effect.
Should anyone have a specific need to visit the shop on a Saturday we will be happy to accommodate this by appointment, so please do not hesitate to contact us.
Remember, your peace of mind is our business!!
Tags: Authorized Access, Locksmith Bolton, Locksmith Bury, Locksmith Manchester, Master Locksmith Bury | Posted in Authorized Access News! |
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The value of cost effective ‘mechanical’ key operated security is undoubted, even in the current era of electronic access control.
