PSSA Newsletter - January 2016

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NEWS|ISSUE 10 January 2016
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PSSA Technical and Standards News
Allen Fencing and J B Corrie
Installation of high security products is
seen as a critical area by CPNI and others in
ensuring that protective perimeter security
equipment is installed correctly and achieves
its purpose. This is particularly so in cases
where specification or procurement practices
are poor or when price is chosen over security
outcomes, either deliberately of through lack
of knowledge.
During 2015 PSSA ran a pilot for the
Verification of Installation Services. A unique
specification for installation was developed
by a representative industry group and a pilot
programme of assessments was carried out,
using a mix of assessment tools, including
online reviews and assessment visits to
Member’s offices and their client’s sites - all for
a price that was acceptable to participants!
The results of the assessments were
recently scrutinised by the PSSA Certification
Committee, which includes representatives
from CPNI, MIRA and TRL, and certificates of
Verification awarded to Allen Fencing and J B
Corrie. Both companies are on record as saying
that they found the experience worthwhile and
would encourage others to take part – which
is good news for the applicants in the current
Verification Scheme pipeline!
Zaun
Zaun continued to work with the Scheme
throughout 2015 to finalise the pilot
assessment of high security fencing systems.
Zaun’s ArmaWeave® and ArmaWeave® Plus
products were originally tested in accordance
with CPNI standards and are subject to a
range of strict internal quality controls. These
more demanding criteria meant that reliance
could be placed on existing formal standards
(e.g. British Standards). The challenge for the
Scheme has therefore been to define the
more exacting security requirements and
their assessment protocols. Confirmation
of certification by the PSSA Certification
Committee represents the successful
conclusion of this process and sets ArmaWeave®
products apart from their competitors.
Highway Care
Not being one to shy from a challenge, Nigel
Bullock, MD of Highway Care, requested that
his whole system of SecureGuard products
be assessed by the Scheme. SecureGuard
comprises a variety of components and
options, which can be tailored to client’s
requirements. In awarding certification to
this product system the Committee had
to consider not only the testing of each
SecureGuard component, which has taken
place over a number of years, but also how
they would work together to provide an
effective security barrier. Highway Care’s
certification, therefore, signifies much more
than satisfactory testing to specifications such
as BSI PAS 68.
Marshalls Street Furniture
Congratulations are also due to Marshalls for
the achievement of certification of their first
Verified Product, the RhinoGuard 75/50 Bollard.
In a strategy adopted by others, Marshalls
decided to initially submit a single product
into the Scheme to understand its simple,
yet demanding requirements. In addition to
gaining certification, the company is using the
Scheme to further improve its own processes.
Cova Security Gates
Another company which has used the Scheme
to improve its internal compliance and delivery
performance is Cova Security Gates. Cova has
been awarded certificates for a further two
products, their CSG 10640 and CSG 10650
Crash Tested Bi-folding Speed Gates, bringing
their total of Verified Products to six.
Raising industry standards
In achieving certification, these companies
have set the standard within the industry for
their respective products and services. The
PSSA Verification Scheme now has proven
specifications and mechanisms for the
Verification of Vehicle Security Barrier Systems,
High Security Fencing Systems and Installation
Services, which provide unique, robust assurance
to buyers and users of perimeter security
equipment. PSSA now has a meaningful platform
on which to base discussions with specifiers,
designers and others. 
Major Achievements for Members & Verification Scheme
Leading PSSA Members participating in the PSSA Verification Scheme ended 2015 on a high note.
Red Folder’s Commitment to achieving the
ambitions of CPNI and the PSSA Champions
After much preparation Red Folder are
pleased to see the growing numbers of
PSSA members that set the benchmark in
achieving industry leading standards for
product certification in 2015. As a company
regularly involved in supporting the
adoption of new technology and new ways
of working we recognise the commitment
required from both directors and their
staff. We congratulate all those involved
to achieve the certificates awarded last
year and in prior years. In our advanced
country with its high dependence on
critical infrastructure and venues where so
many people come together it is reassuring
that the CPNI’s objectives are now being
delivered in this vital security sector.
Working with Steve Munden and Mike
Webb to design and then operate the
scheme Red Folder have also been going
through a steep learning curve with the
early adopters. At no additional cost
to members this led to development
of an upgraded business solution, the
introduction of basic online training for
‘Super Users’ and the provision of new
support services when problems arise. For
PSSA members going through the scheme
now we can make it a much easier journey.
In following up with those that have gone
through the scheme successfully the true
benefits have been far greater than a box
ticking exercise and simply another gold star
for marketing and sales purposes.
As a final point Nicholas Harvey, Managing
Director, Red Folder Ltd. invites you to contact
him ) if you
are in the process of going through product
accreditation for the first time or are about
to start using the PSSA Product Verification
portal. This will save you time and effort and
avoid unnecessary problems. 
“As a company regularly involved
in supporting the adoption of new
technology and newways of working
we recognise the commitment required
from both directors and their staff.”