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SCHOOL SECURITY What can be done to better protect our school children?
SPECIAL FEATURES 10 Bullying, kidnapping, assault and murder - What can be done to better protect our school children? The blatant daylight kidnapping-for-ransom of 6-year-old Amy-Lee de Jager outside her school in Vanderbijlpark last month raised concerns among parents about the safety of their children in and around their schools. Then, in another horrific incident, a 14-year-old from Thuto Tiro School in Sebokeng, Johannesburg, died after being stabbed with a pair of scissors in a playfight. These are not isolated crimes in South Africa. Every year, its young learners are abused, attacked or bullied by their peers, carers and teachers.
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14 School violence and bullying – what it entails, what’s behind it and ways to deal with it Meant to be safe learning havens, schools throughout the world are struggling with apparently increasing levels of violence. Shootings have tended to dominate headlines, with a widespread perception that the phenomenon is worst in the USA. However, the data on Infoplease.com shows that it’s widespread throughout the world.
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ASSOCIATION NEWS 5 Security industry wage talks: an update from SASA.
NEWS IN BRIEF 6 News snippets from around the world.
CRIME TIP 9 Crime tip from Mobiclaw on offering people a ride.
SPECIAL FEATURE 16 An epidemic of incomprehensible violence: SA’s latest scourge.
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Of courage and doing your little bit of good My dad and I have long shared the theory that October is the most difficult month of the year. It’s anecdotal, of course – there’s no scientific method of measuring collective irritability.
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ertainly, people are tired after 10 months of work stress, traffic manoeuvring, political turmoil, economic uncertainty and unrelenting crime, and they’ve still got another couple of months to go before their holidays. While we wait as a nation to see the promised justice meted out to those who’ve murdered and stolen, the cynicism in the air is almost palpable. Are the powers that be, which include the Presidency and the National Prosecuting Authority, ever going to deliver on their promises of a new life, a new dawn? Surely the effort being put into justifying expense accounts, low conviction rates and poor performance could be better spent just getting on with the job? I wish that more of the courage of the average person in the street could find its way to the country’s leaders, and that instead of obfuscating and making excuses, they could deliver on their mandates. Courage. It’s out there. Take #ImStaying, a Facebook group that’s uniting South Africans. Despite its cynical detractors, it’s doing something good for the country. In its words: “#ImStaying is dedicated to the South African women and men of all races, cultures, religions and creeds that choose to grow and improve South Africa. This group is to honour all those who still believe that we as a nation can turn things around. We focus on the people, beauty and positivity in South Africa and all the good vibes. To all those who choose to work as one, to grow this beautiful country we call home. This group belongs to all willing to make a positive difference!” Started by one person, a guy called Jarette Petzer, it’s grown in just a few weeks to a
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following of nearly 700 000 members. And its’s broadened its mandate as suggested by its members to include initiatives aimed at helping stimulate the economy through SME businesses and job creation. What are its detractors doing to make a difference, I wonder? Nelson Mandela, in the dedication of his autobiography “A Long Walk to Freedom” spoke of the courage of his fellow South Africans. There are so many definitions of courage out there, but I like the one by Wikipedia most: “Courage, also called bravery or valour, is the choice and willingness to confront agony, pain, danger, uncertainty or intimidation”. There are so many examples of courage in our society. Courage, for me, is visible in the thousands of people who start each day before dawn, rifling through rubbish bins, lugging heavy loads of carboard and plastic and so-called junk along busy roads for a stipend. Courage can be seen in the faces of those who have lost loved ones to crime and illness and tragedy and buried their children but who still somehow get up and face the day. Courage is in those who work menial jobs to pay for their children to be educated when they themselves have no hope of a better quality of life. Courage is the small child who goes back to school the next day and the day after despite the bullying. Courage is studying by candlelight, going to bed hungry, waking up before dawn to start the long, dangerous trek to work and school. It’s getting home late and cooking a meal with what’s available in a sparse kitchen. And it’s doing something that makes a difference. Desmond Tutu said: “Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.”
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The little boy, on his way to school, who saw a “picker” battling uphill with his heavy load, and who got out of the car and went to help him. And Sergei Magnitsky, a Russian tax advisor who was arrested in 2008 and then allegedly murdered in police custody. His death cast a global spotlight on allegations of fraud, theft and human rights violations in Russia. His courage is behind the recent imposition of US sanctions against the Guptas and their corrupt associates. His stand against corruption gave rise to the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act, which then US President Barack Obama signed into law in 2012. It’s this law that’s behind the United State’s anti-Gupta sanctions, an amazing journey from Russia via the USA to South Africa. His friend, American businessman Bill Browder, wrote a book called “Red Notice” about Magnitsky’s fight for justice, becoming in the process an “accidental activist” himself. Book publisher Simon & Schuster says Red Notice is the story of one man taking on overpowering odds to change the world, and also the story of how, without intending to, he found meaning in his life. Then there are the journalists and the investigators, whose courage in exposing criminality takes a heavy toll, sometimes putting their very lives at risk. The AmaBhungane Centre for Investigative Journalism (which takes its name from the isiZulu word for the dung beetles, in case you were wondering), comprises a small, dedicated, courageous group of people who are committed to “digging up the dirt to hold power to account”. With its partners News24 and The Daily Maverick, they won the 2018 Standard Bank Sikuvile Journalism Awards story of the year with their expose of the Gupta leaks. Great or small, every one of us can make a difference. In the words of Mother Teresa, slightly amended by me:” If you can’t do big things, do small things with great love.”
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Security industry wage talks: an update from SASA Compulsory mediation for wage talks in the security industry have so far failed to reach an amicable solution, says Tony Botes, National Administrator for the Security Association of South Africa (SASA).
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he national wage negotiations process, which started in August this year, involves representatives for employers and employees, he says. To date, the talks have not achieved any positive outcomes, with the result that a compulsory mediation process was set down to start in October. The talks have focused on negotiating new conditions of employment and salaries, he explains. Conducted under the auspices of the newly formed Bargaining Council for the Security Industry, the negotiation process is determined and prescribed by a wage protocol collective agreement. Mediation has so far taken place on 2 and 3 October, with a third session scheduled for 16 October, under the auspices of a neutral and experienced facilitator. “The demands made by organised labour are unrealistic and at odds with what employers are able to offer,” says Chris Laubscher, the elected employer representative.
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“We care about our staff, but we are increase of 5 per cent for a Grade C security unable to match their unrealistic demand officer with a rand or value equivalent of 16.62 per cent. The demands submitted increase to the higher-level grades in on behalf of employees equal each respective year for a period of unrealistic and unattainable three years. IF conditions and salary “We regret that labour YOU NEED increases for the representatives have failed ANY FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE security industry within to acknowledge the current CONTACT SASA: our current economic dire economic situation in Office: 0861 100 680 climate.” the country, the Consumer Email: info@sasecurity.co.za Employers are Price Index (CPI) which is The full SASA membership offering 5 per cent currently around 4.3 per cent list is available at while organised labour and the unparalleled levels of www.sasecurity.co.za is demanding an average non-compliance in the industry annual increase of 16.62 (in terms) of the very regulations per cent for the three-year period. and terms and conditions of employment Unions have indicated their intention resulting from negotiations between to refer the matter to the CCMA for a the parties.” strike certificate. That said, employers are determined and Significant progress, has however, been remain positive about further engagements made in terms of narrowing the issues and with all the relevant labour representatives the gap between the parties, according to find a suitable understanding and to to Mr Botes. At the end of the mediation, reach an agreement that will benefit all employers offered an above inflation parties, Mr Laubscher says.
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News snippets from around the world City of Joburg website hacked, hackers demand over R400k
The City of Johannesburg’s network has been breached for the second time this year by hackers allegedly demanding a bitcoin ransom. The breach led to unauthorised access to information systems and customers not able to access the city’s online services or its call centre. Three months ago, City Power’s website was hit by a virus that encrypted its databases, again preventing customers from being able to access the website or buying electricity for a short period. According to Business Day, a group calling itself the Shadow Kill Hackers demanded four bitcoins by Monday, which the newspaper said amounted to over R400 000 at the time of publishing. The group threatened to leak customers’ data on the internet if its demands were not met. (Source: ewn.co.za / businesslive.co.za)
Mark Wahlberg warns fans against alleged scammers
Actor Mark Wahlberg has warned his fans to be aware of alleged scammers using his face after someone was reportedly scammed out of $85 000. He started his post by sharing a poorly photoshopped image of his face on top of someone’s body, holding a sign with
the words: “My dear, you are my dear friend. I can’t in any way do anything to hurt you, trust me.” The photo was sent to someone alongside a text that read: “Text me on my WhatsApp okay”. Acknowledging that photoshop job wasn’t very good, some fans had nevertheless fallen for the scam and sent money to the alleged scammers. Earlier this year, fellow actor Hugh Jackman had his likeness shared by alleged scammers who set up fake social media profiles pretending to be him. (Source: EWN.co.za / BANG Showbiz)
With R1.1 bn budget, gender violence interim committee eyes 6 key areas
Following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement of a R1.1 bn additional budget allocation to fight gender-based violence, the steering committee has identified its key focus areas. As persistent calls for tougher action against genderbased violence continued to mount, Ramaphosa called an extraordinary sitting of both houses of Parliament – the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces – last month and told members the money was to dispel the “dark and heavy shadow” of gender-based violence cast over the country. In its statement, the steering committee said the six key areas would drive a joint emergency response by government and civil society to genderbased violence and femicide in the country. Action areas include clearing the backlogs of sexual offences cases, strengthening
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victim-oriented centres and putting money into legal assistance for victims. (Source: News24)
US senators call for security probe of TikTok
Two senior US senators have called for the government to study potential risks around national security posed by TikTok, a Chinese-owned video app. They believe it has the potential to leave American users vulnerable to spying by Beijing. The app, which has 500 million users worldwide, is growing in popularity. It offers a platform to produce and publish music-synced videos of up to 60 seconds in length. (Source: ewn.co.za)
Justice Cameron appointed inspecting judge of prisons
Retired Constitutional Court Justice Edwin Cameron has been appointed by South African President Ramaphosa to the position of Inspecting Judge of the Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS), an independent prison watchdog. He is expected to start in January 2020, with Justice Johann van der Westhuizen continuing in the position for the next three months. (Source: News24)
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NEWS IN BRIEF Public protector fires one, suspends four
Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane has dismissed the institution’s chief operating officer, Basani Baloyi, and suspended four senior officials and investigators. According to News24, Ms Baloyi will leave the Public Protector’s employ at the end of October 2019. Executive Manager Pona Mogaladi, Chief Investigator Abongile Madiba, Chief Investigator Lesedi Sekele and Senior Investigator Tebogo Kekana have been suspended, News24 has confirmed. (Source: News24)
Ex-Hawks boss found guilty of fraud and corruption, fined R25 000
Eleven train cable theft convictions in one week
Mpumalanga SAPS investigates cops allegedly involved in prostitution, drugs and human trafficking
Regional Courts in the Western Cape have convicted 11 people for transgressing the Criminal Matters Amendment Act last week, and further declared them all unfit to possess firearms. According to Metrorail’s Regional Manager Richard Walker, poor socio-economic conditions are contributing to never-ending opportunities for vandalism: “The pace of devastation is relentless as an endless supply of wouldbe criminals step into the void left by arrests and convictions.” He commended the regional teams for excellent work under extremely difficult circumstances, saying: “Our protection services teams, the police and security contractors fight overwhelming odds while our technical repair teams brave the elements at all hours to ensure that trains operate the next day.” (Source: News 24 / People’s Post)
Mpumalanga police have launched an investigation into colleagues who are allegedly involved in prostitution, drug and human trafficking. Provincial spokesperson Brigadier Leonard Hlathi said they received information about their members in Witbank who could be linked to allegations of colluding with drug and human traffickers in the area. This came after six women confronted the police with information following an incident where an alleged group of taxi operators in Witbank torched three homes believed to be brothels. Business premises belonging to a Nigerian national were also set alight last week. (Source: News24)
Government irregular spending up from R50 bn to R61 bn
Man who tried to save woman from being raped nominated for SA men of the year award
The former head of the Hawks in Mpumalanga, Major General Simon Mapyane, has been fined R25 000 after being found guilty on five charges of fraud and corruption. He was arrested in May 2013 after an investigation revealed that he had submitted false travel claims amounting to around R20 000 in 2010. In one of his claims, he said he had used his private vehicle to attend a Hawks operation in Ogies in Mpumalanga. However, evidence showed that he had travelled there in a police vehicle. Mapyane also claimed travelling expenses for attending a court case in Pretoria, though evidence subsequently showed that he had not been subpoenaed to attend. The investigation came about after a whistleblower in the Nelspruit branch of the Hawks spilled the beans. (Source: News24)
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Radius Masukume, who was stabbed while trying to stop a woman from being raped in a field in Cape Town, has been nominated for a SA Men of the Year Award for his brave actions. The awards, which started as a national campaign against gender-based violence in 2015, recognise positive male role models in society. The campaign has previously honoured advocate George Bizos, entrepreneur and property developer Richard Maponya and athlete Bruce Fordyce, among others. (Source: News24)
Irregular expenditure by government departments and state-owned entities continues to skyrocket, this year rising to R61.3 bn from R50.1 bn in 2018. That’s according to Auditor-General Kimi Makwetu, in his briefing to parliament’s standing committee on public accounts on the audit outcomes of all national and provincial government departments as well as SOEs for the 2018/2019 financial year. In his report, Makwetu told MPs that several provincial departments from KwaZulu-Natal (health and transport), the Gauteng Province (Health and Transport) and the National Department of Water and Sanitation accounted for the bulk of the R61bn. Makwetu said it was concerning that this has been the trend since 2016. (Source: Sowetanlive.co.za)
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NEWS IN BRIEF City of Cape Town rejects AARTO
The City of Cape Town intends to fight the controversial traffic points demerit system within its area of jurisdiction, says JP Smith, a member of the Mayoral Committee for Safety and Security. The committee is working with the Western Cape Provincial Government on a court application to interdict the implementation of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act, which provides for a system of demerit points for errant motorists. This follows President Cyril Ramaphosa signing the Aarto Amendment Bill into law in August this year, and Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula’s announcement at the launch of October as Transport Month, that it will be implemented countrywide in June 2020. Earlier this month Aarto regulations were published for public comment. In terms of the regulations, motorists will have their drivers’ licences suspended when they have accumulated 15 demerit points, up from 12 in earlier drafts. Other parties planning a legal challenge to the Aarto implementation include the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) and the Democratic Alliance (DA). (Source: Moneyweb.co.za)
Saps and Vodacom launch new crime-fighting app
The South African Police Service (SAPS), in partnership with Vodacom, has launched
a new crime-fighting app. Called MySAPS, the app aims to help South African citizens contribute to their own safety as well as support the country’s police by bringing communities into closer contact with their local police stations. According to Business Tech, MySAPS app users will be able to provide anonymous tip-offs, locate police stations and send emergency alerts and messages. Once users have registered and created a profile, they will have access to a directory of police stations as well as nearby social service facilities. (Source: businesstech.co.za)
Belgian port Zeebrugge identified as a smuggling hotspot long before Essex lorry deaths
hundreds of suspects during a continentwide sweep, according to Europol. Conducted last month, the operation, called Joint Action Days 2019, targeted not only the trade in synthetic drugs and new psychoactive substances but also human trafficking, migrant smuggling and environmental crime, the Hague-based law agency said. Led by the Polish Central Bureau of Investigation and joined by 15 other member states, the sting conducted by more than 37 000 officers “targeted drug traffickers across Europe”, said Europol. “These activities brought in an important hit on drug trafficking networks, pulling drugs worth more than 85 million euros out of the illegal market,” Europol said, quoting preliminary results. (Source: Aljazeera.com)
SARS launches unit focused on collecting taxes from big business
The container in which 39 people were found dead in Essex last week is believed to have travelled from the Belgian port of Zeebrugge, identified as a people smuggling hot spot three years ago. According to Sky News, the port was identified as a key embarking point for “clandestine arrivals” in a 2016 UK Border Force threat assessment, and warnings about migrants using it to get to Britain have been raised repeatedly since then. (Source: news.sky.com)
Hundreds arrested as European police net huge drug haul
European police have seized drugs worth 85 million euros ($94m) and arrested
Closed down under the orders of then former SARS commissioner Tom Moyane, who now stands accused of maladministration and destroying SARS’ capacity to collect revenue, the renewed unit will focus on all companies with over R1 billion in turnover, and wealthy individuals with total net assets over R75 million. (Source: Fin24)
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Crime tip from Mobiclaw Offering people a ride We are seeing an increase of cases where criminals pretend to be domestic workers and blend in with other domestic workers either coming to or leaving from work in upmarket suburbs.
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hey prey on unsuspecting good Samaritans asking for a lift to the bus stop. They get picked up and dropped off, andonly later does the Good Samaritan realise that their purse, wallet, cellphone or all have been stolen from the car. Recently, one of our clients had such an incident, and we looked closely at the modus operandi that the suspect used once in the car. • Client’s handbag containing cellphone and purse was on her passenger seat. • Suspect got in the car and quickly said ‘Ma’am don’t worry I’ll put this in the back’ • With that the suspect threw the bag into the foot well behind the passenger seat, but very close to the door. • The suspect was very talkative, keeping the attention of our unsuspecting client. • During this time she had reached back with her left hand discretely into the bag and stole our client’s cellphone and purse from the bag. • She then thanked our client for the lift and got out the car. Fortunately there is some good to this story: Our client opened a case at SAPS. Within a couple of weeks, she was called by SAPS
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who informed her that they had made an arrest and wanted our client to attend an ID parade, which our client did and positively identified the suspect. Since then, another three females have been arrested, all believed to be working in a syndicate. They are awaiting trial. The iPhone that was stolen has since been
traced to India which goes to show that these seemingly minor incidents are part of much bigger organised crime syndicates. Well done to SAPS on making the arrest, we hope the courts follow the same example. Unfortunately, this is a lesson to Good Samaritans to not pick up strangers, as they may have sinister intentions.
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SPECIAL FEATURE
Bullying, kidnapping, assault and murder What can be done to better protect our school children? The blatant daylight kidnapping-for-ransom of 6-year-old Amy-Lee de Jager outside her school in Vanderbijlpark last month raised concerns among parents about the safety of their children in and around their schools.
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hen, in another horrific incident, a 14-year-old from Thuto Tiro School in Sebokeng, Johannesburg, died after being stabbed with a pair of scissors in a playfight. These are not isolated crimes in South Africa. Every year, its young learners are abused, attacked or bullied by their peers, carers and teachers. While fourth industrial revolution (4IR) security technology is increasingly being embraced the world over, in a country where poverty and unemployment are rampant, the cost of upgrading existing security systems can only be borne by the well-heeled, and certainly not by statefunded or subsidised entities. In an article in the Cape Argus, Western Cape Premier Alan Winde sees increasing 10
the school day as a solution to youthful criminality. With structured activities and adult supervision, he sees it as one way of keeping vulnerable kids off the streets and away from bad influences.
The danger within However, says Jenny Reid, CEO of iFacts, children are regularly abused or taken advantage of while in the care of school teachers. “The National Register for Sexual Offenders (NRSO) – established through an Act of Parliament in 2007 – lists people who have been convicted of sexual offences against children and is available to schools, creches and other child-orientated institutions,” she says. The problem is that the South African Council for Educators (SACE) system is
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manually driven, with results taking up to eight months. While SACE has been successful in ensuring that police clearance certificates are mandatory for those wanting to be registered as educators, Mr Reid says that criminal checks in South Africa are not great risk indicators owing to the country’s low conviction rate and lack of reporting of sexual offences. Accordingly, she believes that social media risk assessments and integrity tests need to be added to the regulations around those wanting to work with children. “It’s also hugely important to implement ongoing assessments as people’s circumstances change which could, in turn, affect their risk profile.” Aside from teachers, she says drivers of school vehicles should also be carefully
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vetted and their licenses and public driving permits verified ahead of being employed. “If you have children being cared for by teachers, tutors, coaches, drivers or carers, it is your parental duty to ensure that these people have been screened.” Screening, she adds, needs to include credit checks, verification of matric certificates, tertiary qualifications and references on CVs, and checking the Sexual Offenders Role.
Internal violence A major concern for Benedict Weaver of Zero Foundation Africa is internal violence and specifically bullying in schools. While parents are rightly concerned about kidnapping and murder, bullying in far too many instances, is slipping under the radar, he maintains. “A review of security breaches at schools since 2015 indicates that bullying and gender-based violence are the most common threats faced by pupils today,” says Mr Weaver. However, other security breaches include sexually motivated assaults, some of which lead to teenage pregnancies, attacks by pupils on teachers and vice versa, as well as the growing presence of gangsterism and drug abuse within schools. To this end, he believes security protocols at schools need to be urgently revised. “Typically, a school has two basic assets: its property (buildings, classrooms, playing fields, ablution blocks, libraries and cafeterias) and its occupants (pupils, teachers, staff and contractors). Current security initiatives, he believes, are ill-suited to the threats to these assets, both from within and outside the school’s perimeter.
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“When we visit schools and other educational institutions, our first request is for a threat history from the principal. Then, we walk the full perimeter. From these two actions, a wealth of information can be gathered concerning the school’s security deficiencies,” he explains. “Many schools don’t have a documented threat history, either because incidents reported by security officers are neither reviewed nor consolidated; or when security breaches do occur, they are poorly investigated, and disciplinary action is not instituted.” “The perimeter walkabout shows areas of easy access and egress from the grounds as well as blind spots which are used to hide in during breaks,” he explains. “These factors allow us to grade a school from 1 to 5 on a Security Responsiveness Index (SRI). This SRI provides a template for discussion, planning, budgeting and implementation of a cost-effective security strategy.” While schools are increasingly employing contract guards to manage access control, parking and (sometimes) the monitoring of CCTV cameras, Mr Weaver says these initiatives are not suitable responses to situations involving bullying, assaults, and active shooters. “We have identified several reasons for security failures at schools and these include outdated security systems, teachers not being held accountable for the physical protection of pupils, and a culture of protest that has arisen because education isn’t proving to be the panacea to society’s problems as hoped.” “Elsewhere in the world (Europe, Asia, Russia and Latin America), education contributes to a heightened sense of civic
A review of security breaches at schools since 2015 indicates that bullying and gender-based violence are the most common threats faced by pupils today.
responsibility, greater productivity and a better standard of living. In South Africa, our poor education system has prevented the children of today from becoming effective contributors of tomorrow’s economy,” he says.
Soft targets Brian Sharkey, MD of SMC (Security Management Consultants), says that while all schools face similar threats, the levels of specific threats differ. Private schools might see kidnapping, drugs and sexual predators as high risk, rural schools might be more concerned about knife crimes. “There is no doubt that schools are perceived as relatively soft targets, and not just after hours when there is little or no activity,” says Mr Sharkey. To counter modern-day crime trends within schools, he advocates multi-disciplinary systems with alarm, monitoring, access control and evacuation components. He explains: “Schools have changed a lot in recent years in terms of how they educate and in particular the technology being used. Laptops, cell phones, desktops and handheld devices are now
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Some of the most vulnerable schools today are girls-only institutions, where the staff component is largely female. This makes the likelihood of any resistance minimal.
very common, and all have a value to the criminal.” To this end, schools are increasingly operating on a “cash-free” basis, and advertising this at their entrances, Mr Sharkey says. Schools are also paying more attention to key control – no easy feat considering that this applies to classrooms, offices, sports fields, ablutions and gates. But big bunches of keys are a major risk, not only because of their availability to so many but also because of the risk of being stolen, lost or duplicated. Biometric technology is at the heart of new era locking and pedestrian access controls, he adds, and it doesn’t necessarily have to come with a heavy price tag. “There are some good school key control systems available on the market with various levels of accessibility for tighter control,” he says, adding that some of the best safety solutions come from simply changing or implementing new procedures. “Many security system suppliers offer CCTV, access control and perimeter monitoring systems on a full rental basis if funds for an upgrade are not immediately available,” he points out.
Vulnerabilities and threats Anthony Feuilherade, Business Development Director for Excellerate Services, lists the major threats to schools as drugs and aggressive crimes using knives and firearms. The latter is a growing threat, he says, along with kidnappings, and must be taken very seriously. 12
Kids from wealthy families are particularly at risk at these schools and campuses. Typically, schools and campuses have electronic alarm systems fitted with panic buttons for the security guards on site, as well as manned security at strategic positions. After hours, the schools and campuses are normally locked down, but the campuses close later due to libraries being used for studies. “These systems do work,” he says, but he believes that more technology needs to be added. Facial recognition cameras and biometric access control systems are now vital, as are secured drop-off and pick-up zones manned by security guards trained to respond to kidnapping threats. “Kids who have to walk to and from school or campuses, have more chance of being kidnapped, robbed or assaulted en route,” he adds, “so to reduce the inherent risk of public commuting, students should have panic systems installed on their phones with GPS positioning to establish their exact location. “All education institutions should be implementing more security measures as a result of the crime trends in South Africa and the fact that criminals are aware that every student or lecturer has a cell phone, computer, wallet or purse on them at all times.”
Other high-risk areas According to Mr Sharkey, some of the most vulnerable schools today are girls-only institutions, where the staff component is largely female. This makes the likelihood of any resistance minimal.
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The vast majority of schools pay little attention to securing their boundaries, believing that an alarm system inside a building is sufficient, he adds. Schools that still accept cash payments as opposed to Electronic Fund Transfers (EFT) are also high risk. Aside from the dangers of regular cash-in-transit (CIT) collections, there is also enormous danger in terms of daily banking, which often falls to administrative staff. Just as dangerous is leaving cash overnight in strong rooms or safes.
How schools are stepping up security systems A good school security system needs to include five principles, says Mr Weaver: • Control of the security environment. This includes effective access control which not only records who enters the premises but also ensures that they leave. For example, if a contractor is signing into the premises, their car keys or identity cards should be retained until they leave. • Intent. Training teachers and staff to recognise suspicious behaviour and use tactical communications to alert security about a threat is a far more effective screening process then a body search, metal detector or screening. • Distance. A defined perimeter that not only demarcates the school grounds but also advises its occupants about someone’s intent at a greater distance. If somebody attempts to climb the fence or cut through it, they are clearly trespassing with an intent to cause harm. • T ime. Using the security concept of 4 Ds (Deter, Deny, Detect and Delay), the best way to save pupils during critical situations is to delay an attacker and shorten the response times by security personnel. Aside from properly installed doors and locks, windows also need to be secured. • Response. This relates to how staff respond to an emergency, a critical
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Case history St Teresa’s Junior Primary and High Schools in Rosebank have just upgraded their security following an initial security assessment by SMC. Says SMC CEO / MD Brian Sharkey: St Teresa’s governing board and management recognised the need to improve both the physical and procedural aspects of their security at both campuses. This included upgrades to the perimeter along with physical and detection capabilities. They introduced a 64 channel IP-based CCTV system, substantially improved the lighting in public areas and outsourced the security and armed response service. They also established a specific site security operational procedures plan for the school.
element of policy development, procedural guidelines and training. Do they act in a defensive way to move the school community away from a threat or do they act in an offensive way and move towards the threat to prevent it occurring? Mr Sharkey says it’s a challenge for most schools to implement strict access controls without causing long vehicle queues at peak drop-off times. The answer for some
is a simple sticker on the windscreen, but it’s a system that requires extreme vigilance in terms of checking and being consistently on the look-out for suspicious persons or vehicles. “Technology is slowly but effectively being introduced to deal with the high volumes of traffic at peak times such as ANPR and RFID systems, which will automatically grant access at specific set times” says Mr Sharkey. “Off-peak driver’s
licence and vehicle scanning has become the norm, along with visitor confirmation, a process made more efficient when expected visitors are pre-announced.” On the back of increasing utilisation of taxis by scholars (and perpetrators to aid their escape), Mr Sharkey says schools are implementing stricter controls on access, either by banning taxis from the grounds or establishing designated waiting areas where taxis are closely monitored.
If money were no object… Perimeters
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With the detection of an intrusion on the perimeter as important as the control exercised at the main gates, Mr Sharkey says electric fencing is a vital component of any school security system. Trends include fibre optic detection systems and more aesthetically pleasing and effective steel-mesh type fencing. They can be kept in a permanent high voltage or low voltage mode during the day but can still detect an intrusion, and zoned accordingly so an affected area can quickly be determined, and a response initiated. “Electric fencing is usually placed above the steel mesh fence to increase the height aspect and keep it well out of the reach of pupils and students. Palisade in its day was sufficient and relatively inexpensive as a barrier, but no longer serves as an effective barrier on a secure perimeter.”
Apart from the obvious access control and perimeter protection needs of schools, areas and facilities such as lockers, administrative and public areas also require monitoring, says Mr Sharkey. This becomes even more of a challenge during fund-raising and sports events, where other schools participate, and which are open to members of the public. Petty criminals seize such opportunities to pick pockets, steal handbags and cell phones or break into vehicles. Pared with alert, patrolling security officers, CCTV has proved to be very successful in deterring this type of criminal activity, he says.
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Security guarding and armed response services The provision of security guarding services to schools has become much more specialised to meet with clients’ needs, says Mr Sharkey. “It’s a huge responsibility for security officers working in such an environment, where they not only have to ensure the well-being of students and staff but also the security of the building and the premises. And like all other service providers to educational institutions, officers have to be cleared in terms of the sexual offences register.
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School violence and bullying What it entails, what’s behind it and ways to deal with it Meant to be safe learning havens, schools throughout the world are struggling with apparently increasing levels of violence.
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hootings have tended to dominate headlines, with a widespread perception that the phenomenon is worst in the USA. However, the data on Infoplease.com shows that it’s widespread throughout the world. From Dunblane in Scotland in 1996 through the years to Alaska, Yemen, Germany, Sweden, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Canada, Finland, Brazil, Norway, France, Argentina, Nigeria, Kenya and Mexico, children have died in school shootings, and the likelihood is that it’s only a matter of time before the next tragedy takes place. South Africa has also buried children over the years, the victims of shootings that took place in schools and on campuses in Soweto, the Free State, the Eastern Cape and Cape Town among others.
in four or more deaths are also categorised as mass shootings. The phenomenon, says Wikipedia, is most widespread in the United States but takes place “in many countries across the world”. According to a report by UNESCO, released at the 2019 Education World Forum in London in January this year, school violence and bullying are serious problems globally. Its findings, from 144 countries, a report by UNESCO revealed that almost one out of every three pupils or 32 per cent had been bullied at school, and a similar number had experienced some form of physical violence. Aside from the main forms of bullying: physical, sexual and psychological, the report also noted the increase of online and mobile phone bullying.
A global problem
What’s behind school shootings and other forms of violence?
We know that school shootings are attacks on educational institutions using firearms. Perhaps not as well-known is that, according to Wikipedia, incidents resulting
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Widespread studies reveal multiple factors at play. These include but are not limited to dysfunctional families, mental illness and
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psychological issues as well as gangsterism, racism and radicalism. What’s become increasingly obvious in recent years is that there is no single one size fits all attacker profile. Infoplease. com refers to the results of a report by the Federal Bureau of Investigation in the USA many years ago, which after analysing 18 school shootings, described shooters as “middle-class, lonely/alienated, awkward, Caucasian males who had access to guns.” The most recent report, however, says Infoplease.com, cautions “against the assumption that a perpetrator can be identified by a certain ‘type’ or profile”. “The results from the study” it continues, “indicated that perpetrators came from varying backgrounds, making a singular profile difficult when identifying a possible assailant. For example, some perpetrators were children of divorce, lived in foster homes, or came from intact nuclear families. The majority of individuals had rarely or never gotten into trouble at school and had a healthy social life.”
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the right to safe, inclusive and effective learning environments.” Meri Wallace, writing on psychologytoday. com, says survivors of school violence are renewing their campaign for greater gun control, a political hot potato in the USA. “Preventing children from access to guns can surely make a huge difference. But,” she warns, “it’s important to be aware that studies have shown that in gunless cultures, children use knives to attack other students.”
Technology Craig Badrick, CEO of USA-based Turn-key Technologies Inc, stresses the role that cutting-edge technology has to play to prevent the next national tragedy” in his blog titled: School security systems: What’s now and what’s next. “With the unfortunate rise in school shootings over the past two decades, administrators, teachers, parents, and students are advocating for better security in their districts. While the vast majority of schools have implemented basic safeguards, the capabilities of those security systems vary widely.” Some of the technology is on the market already, he says, while other capabilities are still in the development phase. He believes that artificial intelligence (AI) is going to play an increasingly important role in “next-generation school security systems”, citing components such as selflearning video analytics and appearance search technology. “Similarly,” he adds, “new gunshot detection systems are helping school administrators and law enforcement to
respond to active shooter scenarios faster and with better situational insight.” Able to distinguish between slammed doors and gunshots, he says the technology employs acoustic microphones and infrared sensors. Georgia-based Fulton County Schools has added AI-enabled security cameras to its security system, he continues. Calling it “a glimpse into the future of high school security systems”, he says at the click of a button, operators can search for people and vehicles across all cameras on a site, quickly and efficiently.” “Typically, today’s school security systems are comprised of interdependent technologies that offer school administrators, security professionals, local law enforcement and teachers the options they need to respond appropriately in the event of an emergency,” Badrick says. “These subsystems typically include access control, surveillance technology, monitoring and supervision capabilities, intrusion detection, personal panic buttons, mechanical security hardware, lighting and special detectors, and appropriate signage.” He continues: “Most public schools have some combination of these discrete capabilities in place. According to their research, 89.6 per cent of high school security systems include controlled access to their building during school hours and 94.2 per cent have security cameras monitoring the premises. While the remaining statistics primarily concern protocol rather than technology, these numbers make it clear that administrators are beginning to invest in the hardware they need to keep their schools safe.”
A report by UNESCO revealed that almost one out of every three pupils or 32 per cent had been bullied at school
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An “epidemic of incomprehensible violence”
SA’s latest scourge South Africa’s universities are reeling in the wake of the deaths of multiple students in recent weeks, some as a result of brutal attacks.
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statement issued by Universities SA (USAf ), following the rape and murder of UCT student Uyinene Mrwetyana and the murder of UWC student Jesse Hess, spoke of a “truly tragic moment in our country’s history, a moment that has moved South African society, across constituencies, to say enough is enough”. Calling for political leadership and a practical agenda to deal with the scourge of student and gender-based violence, USAf said it represented the vice-chancellors of the country’s 26 universities. 16
Crime patterns South Africa’s 26 universities and 50 TVET colleges are each a microcosm of the greater society in which they are situated, says Des Ayob, Director in the Department of Protection Services at North West University. Crime threats and patterns therefore differ from one institution to the next, although there are certain common threads, he points out. One of the most critical risks comes on the back of a shortage of accommodation on campus. As a result, many students
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have to live off campus, says Mr Ayob, either walking or catching public transport to and from lectures, which makes them easy targets for criminals. Crimes against them range from robbery for their cell phones, laptops and cash, to sexual assault and murder. “Students walking alone and those who are intoxicated or under the influence of drugs, are even more vulnerable.” While most of the recent crimes perpetrated against students took place off campus, they were in so-called common areas, frequented by students. However,
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says Mr Ayob, there are ways to improve security in public spaces – crime awareness campaigns, active and visible patrols and observation duties are key. Also important is the sharing of crime/criminal information with the police, and here CCTV footage is paramount when it comes to deterring and arresting perpetrators. So is 4IR (fourth industrial revolution) technology, he continues, where facial and license plate recognition cameras and incident reporting systems are essential tools for mitigating risk to campus communities.
A study of violence Derek Huebsch is a retired director of protection services at the Nelson Mandela University and an ex-executive president of CAMPROSA (Campus Protection Society of South Africa). He has done extensive studies of violence and safety in schools, colleges and campuses, both locally and in the USA. In 2011, after addressing a safe schools summit hosted by South Africa’s Department of Higher Education, he warned that violence in schools and on campuses was both on the increase and under-reported. Bullying and assault were already rife in primary and high schools, he said, with the underlying factors being socio-economic influences such as poverty, inequality, high failure rates, peer pressure and, to a certain degree, gangsterism. “It was clear that the tide of violence, in terms of numbers and nature, would increase and not only threaten
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schools but also higher education facilities,” he says. “I told them that if we didn’t act now, we were going to experience the same levels of violence as the USA within our own schools and universities within the next five to 10 years.” Of the ongoing violence in schools and tertiary institutions today, he says some are the result of student protest action, while other incidents are personal. Because so many institutions run on tight budgets, security is often left until last. “This makes it difficult to establish a suitable security buffer as far as manual and technological solutions and preventative measures are concerned. And it’s not going to change very soon, so the focus at schools, colleges and universities needs to be that of a collective partnership, sharing of the responsibility to provide a safe and secure environment at all times.” Even with a big budget, expensive and extensive technology is of no effect if it’s not supported by suitably trained support staff who know how to monitor and maintain the systems, he points out. “Institutions need to have properly formulated safety and security plans, and staff and students need to know what their responsibility is and what they can do in respect of prevention.” “One could start a separate debate on the importance of what it means to share responsibility in terms of awareness, prevention, avoiding of negligence and complacency,” he continues. “At the moment our institutions are dealing with many learners and students who feel they
have no responsibility, and that safety and security measures are there to prevent them from freedom of expression, choice and movement.” This, he says, is often the reason for non-compliance and a failure to adhere to safety and security regulations and requirements such as wearing institutional ID cards. Most learning institutions in South Africa don’t have safety and security plans in place, or if they do, they don’t revisit them annually and update them, says Mr Huebsch further. Added to this is that many can’t afford technology or even physical barriers and a security presence at access points or gates. “At the very least, though, they need to create safe areas for pick-ups and drop-offs that only allow recognised access,” he maintains. In closing, he says that security is a right to which everyone is entitled. Regardless of means, there needs to be a sound plan in place that includes awareness and prevention, along with a shared responsibility around creating and nurturing a safe and secure environment. Government needs to provide more guidelines and support to schools to reduce risk, and communities need to become more involved in the security of their individual schools. “Businesses should see this as an opportunity to invest in and grow a safer community, city and country with responsible and accountable young people being brought through the educational environment into positions of leadership and economic growth.”
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In conversation with...
Sven Smit
Portfolio Director of Specialised Exhibitions Montgomery (Securex SA) With plans already well underway for Securex SA 2020 (2 – 4 June 2020 at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, Gauteng), Sven Smit’s work diary is full. We were lucky to catch up with him over an early morning cup of coffee before he jetted off to China.
The path to Securex SA
Why is Securex important?
Born and raised in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, Sven matriculated from Carter High School in 2004. He then moved to Durban in 2004 to study marketing, a career choice that resonated with his passion for meeting people from all walks of life, and travel. With an IMM (International Marketing Management) diploma behind him and having completed a project management course through the London School of Business and Finance, he applied for – and was appointed to - the position of Securex sales executive in 2013. In 2018, he was promoted to his current position, that of Event Director, which includes managing the development of the exhibition.
Securex SA is not only the country’s leading security and fire trade exhibition but also the only show of its kind in southern Africa. It brings together stakeholders on an annual basis and provides content on the hottest topics, as well as networking opportunities with industry leaders. It’s a showcase of the latest innovations from local and international exhibitors and an excellent platform for them to build their brands, allowing them to connect face-toface with a target market of thousands of visitors over a short time period. For visitors, it’s an opportunity for them to keep their fingers on the pulse of what’s happening in the local security sector. From the latest trends and new offerings in the marketplace to being able to compare products, services and prices, it’s where they can come to engage with the relevant associations in one place, at one time.
Tell us about your first show… It was in 2013, just after I’d joined the Securex South Africa team, and it was a bit nerve-wracking with all the latest technologies, but I’ve fallen in love with the industry and its possibilities.
What’s involved in getting Securex SA from concept to reality every year? Getting Securex SA ready annually takes a village. We have an amazing team across different disciplines, with members who work together and strategise to make sure that we’re delivering a quality exhibition. In the same vein, we consult with all the leading trade associations, our exhibitors and our visitors to ensure that we deliver a trade show that talks to the needs of the industry.
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Are you seeing any trends? Our exhibitors are always evolving on the back of changing technology and legislation but that said, many return to Securex SA time and time again for the constants that include sharing, learning, networking and marketing their products to a targeted audience.
What about the public? Although there is some debate around whether South Africa’s crime statistics are improving or not, physical security continues to be a top concern here. Our local cybersecurity figures have continued on a steep upward trend.
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Malware attacks in South Africa increased by 22 percent in the first quarter of 2019, equating to around 13 842 attempted cyberattacks per day, just under 577 attempted attacks per hour, or nine per second. In addition, our local Android mobile phones are the second most targeted in the world in terms of banking malware, after only Russia. There has also been an increase in attempted cyberattacks on industrial control systems such as nuclear, dam control, electricity and water treatment facilities. At a local level, according to PwC, economic crime is at its highest level of the past decade, with 77 percent of South African organisations having experienced some or other form of economic crime. This highlights the critical importance of training, whether it be related to avoiding phishing attacks or recognising and reporting fraud, one of the many reasons for our excellent public attendance.
Your take on the local security industry right now? The local private security sector faces many challenges. We’re becoming increasingly reliant on security as individuals and private businesses as a result of crime. This is underscored by the industry’s growing contribution to the country’s GDP and supported by the shortage of SAPS staff. These herald growth for the sector. But at the same time, the industry continues to be beleaguered by ongoing wage negotiations and disputes. What’s needed
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is a collaborative approach by all parties as well as greater regulation to ensure its long-term stability and growth.
What’s a typical work day for you? At the office, it always starts with a strong cup of coffee. Then it’s spent talking to industry stakeholders and making sure our teams are abreast of all the latest news and changes within the marketplace. We’re always looking at new ways to improve on what we deliver. When we’re at Securex, we’re on the floor, constantly talking to exhibitors, visitors and security stakeholders.
Anything new planned for Securex 2020? We’re looking at three major additions, which is very exciting. Firstly, we’re growing the focus on Facilities Management and really
delivering a 360-degree view of the safety, security and building management spectrum. It will run concurrently with both the security and occupational health components of Securex SA, under one roof and over the same three days. We’re also looking at a first-ever drone demonstration stand. Drones are becoming increasingly important for information gathering and surveillance as well as providing additional support to existing security measures. Then we’re considering a new co-located fire exhibition to run alongside Securex SA. Fire protection and detection is a key part of security because having the correct detection and prevention systems in place can mitigate potential risks to people and property.
Your hobbies and interests? Spending time with family, friends and my three fur children.
On your bucket list? To visit more countries and expose myself to new places and cultures. I also want to learn more foreign languages – having completed my A1 German with Goethe-Institut, I’m now in the process of completing my A2.
Your hopes for SA? South Africa is home to so many different cultures, and I hope that we can unite and be seen as one. We’ve seen some positive movement in this direction recently, which is heartening.
And your concerns? That we continue to act as individuals and not as one nation.
Last word We invite the industry to engage and work with us to make sure we deliver a trade exhibition of which it can be extremely proud.
COMPANY NEWS
Dallmeier launches new website Dallmeier electronic, the German video information technology manufacturer has presented its new website, www. dallmeier. com.
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he website features completely reworked content, intuitive navigation and a clear design language reflecting the new corporate design. The web presence particularly addresses the requirements not only of end customers in the company’s various core markets, but also partners and installers. The transformation of Dallmeier electronic from camera manufacturer to provider of integrated solutions is now evident in the company’s internet presence. The simple navigation concentrates on the company’s core competences which have long set the company in a class by itself: economical industry solutions, innovative, radical technologies and comprehensive services.
Form follows function In the course of the last few years, Dallmeier has expanded its expertise steadily in core sectors such as Safe City, Stadiums, Airports, Industry and Casinos. This also reflects
the new website menu, where customers can find video-based, industry-specific solutions under “Solutions”. The “Technology” menu item includes all the modules of an end-to-end video and security management system. “Service” offers complete information about the company’s portfolio of services, such as the innovative 3D planning approach.
Making things easier The simple, clearly structured organisation of the pages and the responsive web design are more than just a boon to the user experience. According to Georg Martin, chief communications officer (CCO) at Dallmeier they also reflect the corporate philosophy: “Making things easier.” For our customers, this means helping them to achieve their security and process optimisation objectives as economically as possible and with the highest possible quality.
For 35 years now, Dallmeier has been in the business of creating products and solutions that offer real added value through innovative functions – such as a considerably smaller number of cameras through the patented multifocal sensor technology of the Panomera® systems. We look at everything from the point of view of the market, that is to say the customer, so customers can navigate our new web presence rapidly by recognising solution advantages specifically for their industry and finding fast, concise explanations of the associated technologies.”
Pelco announces chief executive officer Pelco, Inc., a global leader in intelligent video solutions, has announced the appointment of Kurt Takahashi as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 November 2019.
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reviously, Mr Takahashi held the position of President of AMAG Technology, a global end-to-end security management platform. At AMAG, his innovative leadership transformed the company from being an access control focused business into an open, innovative security management solution specialising in access control, video surveillance, visitor management, identity management, incident and case management, and a fully integrated command and control software suite. Prior to AMAG, Takahashi was the vice president of global sales and marketing at Quantum Secure where he led sales,
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business development, and marketing to drive global pipeline and top-line revenue growth. “During this time of transformation, there is no better person to lead Pelco than Kurt Takahashi,” said Russ Roenick, Pelco’s chairman of the board and managing partner of Transom Capital. “Mr Takahashi is a proven leader with deep connections to Pelco and the industry. With over 20 years in the physical security sector, his reputation with customers, dealers, consultants, and technology partners is invaluable. We know Kurt’s business and technology vision, executive experience, and ability to bring people
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Kurt Takahashi, chief executive officer.
together to achieve success will propel Pelco into a leading position in the security industry.” “I am honored to have this opportunity to lead Pelco. We have a strong brand with talented and motivated people. I’m looking forward to accelerating our ability to deliver innovative, distinctive video solutions and world-class experiences back to our customers,” said Mr Takahashi.
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Workplace implications of legalised cannabis What companies need to know about drug tests now that Cannabis is legal for personal use
the influence of cannabis at that point in time.”
The importance of testing for influence rather than usage With saliva tests, a drug can be detected after consumption within as short a period as one day ago. Consequently, the usage of saliva tests have increased when compared to urine testing attributed to the fact that saliva tests have the main benefit of a short detection window thus increasing the accuracy of drug use results.”
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hys Evans, Managing Director at ALCO-Safe, experts in drug and alcohol testing solutions says, “Companies must go back to basics and look at creating drug policies as the foundation and ensure their employees are educated on the risks of consumption whilst at work. Therefore, highlighting the danger of consuming drugs in a work environment whilst implementing regular drug testing. Nevertheless, with the recent legalisation of ‘dagga’ companies need to be able to test the employees to find out if they are under the influence rather than just detecting if they have ever consumed the substance before.”
The importance of testing Mr Evans further explains that ALCO-Safe focuses purely on delivering alcohol and drug testing solutions, as well as services such as training and calibration. They embark on a journey with its clients from formulating policies through to providing support at CCMA cases once the necessary equipment and procedures are in place. This is particularly important in the heavy-duty industries such as mining and construction as it assists to not only reduce the risk of accidents, but it also
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improves productivity. Response rates are slower when drugs such as cannabis are consumed, and reflexes are dulled. It is therefore vital for companies to implement regular drug testing.
Cannabis use: Urine tests vs saliva tests Traditionally, conducting urine tests is common in the workplace. They test for the metabolite of the drug, which in many cases can show up in urine for a number of days after the drug was last used. As a result, it is a trusted and accurate method for verifying the extended use of any drug. “However, there is a big movement, due to the recent change in laws surrounding cannabis use, to use a saliva test.” Mr Evans explains, “Saliva tests detect the primary or psychoactive compound and therefore have much shorter detection windows. This is better when trying to confirm if an employee is under
More to the point, the Oratect saliva drug test from ALCO-Safe delivers a fast, accurate ‘pass or fail’ result within 5 minutes. Employers can now test for marijuana usage quickly and easily if they have used cannabis in the last 3 to 8 hours. The Oratect saliva drug test is a stick that can also detect a number of other drugs such as cocaine, methamphetamines, amphetimines, opiates and benzodiazepines. “With the increase of marijuana use due to its recent endorsement it is more important than ever to engage with a company that understands the unique challenges to specific industries i.e. a company that understands that cannabis usage is not necessarily the ‘problem’ but rather if employees are under the influence. They should also be involved in assisting organisations to develop their policies, ensuring they are fair and reasonable, while assisting to educating the workforce.” Mr Evans concludes.
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New Genetec Clearance camera registry facilitates video sharing A leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence, has announced the new camera registry module for Genetec Clearance™, a digital evidence management system that facilitates collaboration between public safety agencies, corporate security departments, businesses, and the public.
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ideo evidence is an invaluable tool to help investigators review events and solve crimes. However, the process of retrieving recorded evidence from surveillance cameras deployed by cities and private businesses located nearby an incident is cumbersome and timeconsuming. This can lead to delays in an investigation and increase the risk of evidence being missed. The new camera registry module in Genetec Clearance™ simplifies the video request process and improves collaboration between businesses and public safety agencies. Organisations can share a registry of the cameras they’ve deployed – including
surveillance cameras, body cameras, and on-board recorders from different manufacturers – to allow authorised users to rapidly identify cameras of interest and request video to assist in an investigation. The ability for administrators to customise request forms and their required approval workflow also ensures protocols are followed when releasing video to a requesting party. Once a request is approved, encrypted recordings can automatically be sent to an authorised investigation, while also maintaining the chain of evidence. Genetec Clearance supports a variety of video codecs, so recipients can easily review recordings from a web browser without having
to download and install a separate video player. “The Genetec Clearance camera registry allows organisations to reduce the time to fulfill access requests and share video evidence between stakeholders operating across different systems, departments, and jurisdictions,” said Erick Ceresato, Genetec product manager. “The technology allows organisations to maximise the use of their staffing and provides investigators faster access to evidence to help enhance their response, and focus on public safety within their communities.”
An elegant and sophisticated solution for sliding doors Centurion Systems recently introduced a premium range of door automation solutions for swing and sliding doors, giving installers the opportunity to add a truly exciting and innovative product to their portfolios.
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ith the commercial sector showing some remarkable growth in recent years, there’s never been a better time to give your business the edge with CENTURION door automation solutions. The A1400 is the first automated system for sliding doors designed to meet the needs of the market as well as protect our environment. Thanks to the system’s innovative energy saving device, it identifies the direction of transit and perfectly optimises opening/closing times to avoid unnecessary air dispersion, even in the event of sideways transit. This device allows energy saving and optimises sudden temperature changes in
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the room and in the vicinity of doors. All in absolute safety. The A1400 Air features an ethernet interface for setting the operating parameters of the automated system and viewing the fault diagnostics with a PC connected to the network. The A1400 ae and modular to meet the architectural and technical needs of the customer. Thanks to the two different covers, the exclusive leaf fitting systems and the different leaf profiles that can be used, it is possible to create the best technical and architectural solution. Designed to operate at best in any condition and in any environment, the A1400 door automation system is the
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optimum solution for those technicians who wish to save assembly time, by rationalising the inventories for the enduser who will have full access to a product that is personalised, ecological, reliable, safe, technologically-advanced and, above all, that will pay for itself over time.
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Milestone Systems introduces Centralised Search
With the introduction of Centralised Search in Milestone XProtect Smart Client, users will be able to perform investigations faster and more intelligently than ever before.
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n the latest product update of Milestone XProtect 2019 R3 video management software, Milestone Systems introduces several new features and capabilities. These include Centralised Search, a new driver framework, adaptive streaming and enhanced device password management. With this product update, Milestone Systems continues to pursue ever higher performing software to fulfill the market’s rising demands for costeffective video technology solutions.
Centralised search One of the main features of the 2019 R3 release is Search – a new centralised search platform in XProtect Smart Client, making it possible for users to search for everything in one place. Previously, users performed several standalone searches, depending on what data they were searching for. With the new search tool users can search for motion, alarms, events, bookmarks and other types of data, in one single place enabling rapid and efficient video investigations. Moreover, the new search platform also smoothly embeds partner integrations and their powerful analytic capabilities via dedicated filtering options. Through specific
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plug-ins and devices, search criteria such as line-crossing and object-in-field will be enabled directly in the search tab, saving time and increasing efficiency.
Milestone’s driver framework Milestone Systems provides customers with support for more than 8000 cameras and devices, the widest device support in the industry. In order to allow XProtect device support to grow exponentially with the number of devices in the market, and in order to provide support for new types of devices such as IoT, Milestone Systems introduces Milestone’s Driver Framework. Milestone’s Driver Framework within the Milestone Integration Platform Software Development Kit (SDK) allows device manufacturers, big or small, to develop their own drivers and provide faster device compatibility and deeper integration that goes beyond the capabilities of ONVIF.
Adaptive streaming This new feature will enable users to receive lower resolution streams from the recording server when a high resolution one is not required, for example when displaying
video in the smart client or smart wall in window sizes smaller than a full screen. This will give users smoother viewing and a better user experience, a lower total costof-ownership due to less hardware needed to decode unnecessary high-resolution video and a better use of bandwidth that can then be utilised for other needs in the organisation.
New device password management The new device password management continues XProtect’s focus on ease-ofuse and enhanced cybersecurity during setup of new installations, as well as when expanding existing ones. This feature makes it possible for system administrators to manage all devices’ passwords directly from the XProtect Management Client for selected device manufacturers. In the 2019 R3 update, milestone doubled the number of supported device manufacturers and added the option to schedule future password changes according to the cadence in the organisations and their password policies, making device password management fully automatic.
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CLIQ Go system is a win–win for small businesses and locksmiths The CLIQ Go key-operated wireless access control system is built to make security easier for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). It also offers a new way for locksmiths and SMB managers to work together for mutual benefit.
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f you run an SMB, your budget probably won’t stretch to a security department or a dedicated facilities manager. Yet your key management hassles are no different to those faced by a multinational. CLIQ Go helps you manage locks and access from the palm of your hand – on the move, on the road, and from anywhere in the world. CLIQ Go is the access control system designed for SMBs, based on wireless locking cylinders and padlocks and programmable, battery-powered keys. After time- and cost-efficient, wirefree installation, a business director or admin assistant can manage their locks electronically from a smartphone, PC or tablet. CLIQ cylinders, padlocks and keys fit most standard types of interior and exterior opening. A CLIQ lock’s is powered by a battery inside every programmable key, so it works without mains power. The CLIQ Go app manages your entire
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locking system. With a few taps and swipes of a screen you can issue, revoke or amend the access permissions of any lock or key-holder. If a new employee needs front door or server room access, you make the permissions changes and send the amended rights to the system, even if you are away from the office. If someone loses their CLIQ key, you can blacklist it immediately and order any other user key to carry out system programming at the cylinder. With CLIQ Go, your phone becomes the security team for a powerful access system. And you can partner with a trusted locksmith for even more efficient, hands-off system management.
A new service for locksmiths For locksmiths looking to future-proof their expertise, CLIQ Go is a smart way to support SMB clients. To keep setup simple, there’s no software installation at the client end. A single mechanical coding for all
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systems enables locksmiths to retain keys and cylinders in stock. The locksmith simply programs and configures a new key for the SMB using the CLIQ Express software. Partnering with SMB clients in this way offers resellers an additional revenue stream: issuing, programming and dispatching new keys on demand. Because the small business probably does not employ specialist staff, a locksmith becomes a trusted security partner. In awarding CLIQ Go a GIT Security Award for “Access Control, Intruder Alarm & Perimeter Protection”, the prize jury stressed its facility to “carry out day-to-day access control management from anywhere. For locksmiths, just one mechanical coding for all systems enables them to keep keys and cylinders on stock, and to program and configure on demand.” “It is perfect for installers and resellers who want to offer quicker and more efficient services to their small- to mediumsized clients,” they concluded.
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Introducing Wisenet Wave 4.0 VMS
Hanwha Techwin has introduced a significantly updated version of its Wisenet WAVE Video Management Software (VMS) platform.
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acked with a long list of new features designed to improve the user experience, interoperability and cybersecurity, Wisenet WAVE 4.0 has an enhanced system architecture which ensures high availability and supports scalable deployments by allowing up to 100 servers to be merged into a single system.
Operator-friendly Wisenet WAVE 4.0 enables systems registered on WAVE Sync to be merged from an online dashboard, which eliminates the need to configure port-forwarding for remote merges. A comprehensive update of the Wisenet WAVE user interface includes a revamp of the notifications panel which now includes tabs for motion detection, bookmarks, events and objects, as well as quick and easy ways to search and filter each respective tab. A new ‘Layout-as-an-Action’ feature enables a predefined screen layout to be automatically opened when an event occurs, whilst WAVE 4.0 now offers support
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for queue management analytics running on Wisenet cameras, as well as shock detection on Wisenet X Plus series cameras and temperature change detection on Wisenet thermal cameras. Management of the latest generation of Wisenet cameras has also been improved, providing the ability for operators to remotely control PTZ and focus functions of Wisenet models equipped with motorised varifocal lenses. Operators can now import offline video files captured by action cameras, wearable cameras and drones. By associating them as a virtual camera, they can be managed in the same way as video captured by any other cameras which are connected to a system.
Enhanced security Wisenet WAVE imageFor high security applications, Wisenet WAVE 4.0 is configurable to ensure the system only uses HTTPS and encrypts video traffic, whilst a password protection option has been added for .nov and .exe formats. Metadata SDK and Plugins – A new
software development kit (SDK) available in support of WAVE 4.0 enables rapid integration of intelligent third-party systems and devices. It includes a comprehensive feature set designed for any third-party system or application, including artificial intelligence (AI) and deep learning driven computer vision applications, focused on object recognition and automation. Using the Metadata SDK, developers can create plugins which take advantage of key new features, including metadata search by attributes, time interval or region of interest, object overlays on live video and playback and camera-specific video analytics settings. Commenting on the launch of WAVE 4.0, Uri Guterman, head of product & marketing for Hanwha Techwin Europe, said: “The new features are intended to further assist users to achieve maximum benefit from their video surveillance systems, whilst the availability of the SDK ensures that WAVE is future proof in terms of enabling users to take advantage of emerging technologies such as AI.”
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CEM Systems DCM 400 four-door intelligent encrypted IP controller Johnson Controls has announced the introduction of the CEM Systems DCM 400 four-door intelligent encrypted IP controller. Four-door controller The CEM Systems DCM400 is an intelligent four-door controller which provides a secure and cost effective solution for bi-directional control of up to four doors. It is designed to directly interface with CEM Systems AC2000 access control system (v10.2 and higher) and Wiegand or CEM Systems approved and supplied Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP v2) smart card readers. Using powerful 32-bit processors, the DCM 400 gives full offline verification and decision making at the point of entry, with a local cardholder database of up to 500000 cards and storage of up to 80000 offline events, to ensure improved communications and response at the door.
Easy installation and maintenance The DCM 400 has been developed with installers in mind and contains a number of features to improve the ease of installation and maintenance. These include an LCD display and twelve character keypad to allow configuration and troubleshooting directly on the board. A graphical overlay wiring guide and spare network points on the DCM 400 allow for local access to diagnostic web pages. The enclosure has been designed with a removable door for ease of access, an increased number of punch outs (20mm and 25mm) and cable tie points for improved cable management options.
Automatic detection Smart power features include automatic detection of 10.5 VDC to 28 VDC power supplies, which simplifies installation without the need for jumper-links or configuration. The DCM 400 dashboard webpage which can be accessed locally and remotely, provides installers with improved troubleshooting, monitoring and configuration of the DCM 400 and any equipment connected to it. The DCM 400 is also a future-proof solution for those that wish to migrate from Wiegand readers to more secure OSDP v2 readers, as both can be supported on the same DCM 400 unit.
Personal safety & peace of mind for less than R7/day The harsh reality of South African life is that you need to be proactive with your personal safety at all times.
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amola wants to reduce the amount of anxiety in your every-day activities with a personal safety and tracking solution that won’t break the bank.
The Namola panic tracker device works like a cellphone • It has a GPS satellite chip that can tell us where you are.
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• It has a phone SIM card so that our trained operators can communicate with you via the microphone and speaker built into the device, in the event that you push the SOS button. • It’s completely independent of your actual cell phone, so it doesn’t need to be near your phone in order to work. It protects you even when your phone is taken or
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your battery dies. And because it has its own data loaded on the SIM card included in the fee, you don’t need to worry about making sure you have enough data. The service includes private armed response, as well as private ambulance service through ER24 – the closest available help will be sent to your location.
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How to upgrade retail security technology to IoT Excellence The future of retail space lies in the Internet of Things. Now is the time to consider what IoT Excellence can do for your business in the Age of Artificial Intelligence. By Security and Safety Things
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he Internet of Things (IoT) is growing all the time, continuously providing new options for using artificial intelligence (AI) to help you better understand customers’ behavior and grow sales. Experts forecast that globally up to 30 billion devices will be networked by 2020, rising to as many as 75 billion by 2025. Clearly, careful planning is required in order to use the IoT to your company’s advantage. As devices become increasingly smart and versatile, security cameras that previously supplied raw video data are now also able to analyse that data. This enables you to tailor your product ranges and merchandise management to the changing needs of your customers in each and every store. Imagine being able to recognise and steer movement, trends or footfall patterns, so that you can place your product ranges where your customers will be; or tempt new customers to areas they had previously overlooked. In addition, the data from your security system can help you optimise merchandise management to support growing sales and reduce operating costs. However, in our opinion, IoT thinking is still too one-dimensional in the retail sector. Our aim is to introduce you to the technology that enables your company to outpace competitors with the help of the IoT, while ensuring that the implementation of solutions is as simple, cost-effective and flexible as possible. The key to success lies in the optimal synergy between end devices, platforms and software applications (apps) in the IoT – what we refer to as IoT Excellence.
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A global industry standard As the IoT rapidly evolves, devices, platforms and apps must evolve with it. Our Platform will establish a global industry standard. So how exactly do you upgrade retail security technology to IoT Excellence – the optimal synergy between end devices, platforms and apps – while maintaining end-to-end security? In terms of devices, in the IoT, your security cameras are far more than just security tools. To get the best out of your IoT data, they require high processing power, flexible app management and secure data processing. Our new industry-standard open operating system (OS) for these cameras will then be able to boost your business and unleash innovation. Data will be analysed in real time, providing anonymised results, allowing you to enhance your market space. IoT platforms are the link between networked devices and systems that store, process and analyse data. A high level of connectivity should make it possible to process and exchange data both on the platform and directly in the networked cameras by means of edge functions. Accordingly, our revolutionary open IoT platform for security cameras will make the seamless management of networked cameras part and parcel of IoT Excellence. Quality apps should be easy to install and update via an app store similar to those for smartphones. This will simplify the testing process and minimise risk. Operating systems should be based on common systems, such as Android, and allow multiple apps to be
used in parallel on a single device. The Security and Safety Things platform will support you in achieving IoT Excellence by providing access to a new generation of in-camera AI-based apps and other innovative solutions. In order to protect IoT systems against attacks and manipulation by third parties, end-to-end security is an absolute must. Apps have to be sourced from developers who meet high security standards for processing and exchanging data. Security and Safety Things’ platform will strike a balance between innovation and security, this being an essential aspect of IoT Excellence.
Prepare for IoT Excellence to shape your retail space The IoT will continue to disrupt retail. We recommend taking an incremental approach to remaining on the right side of this disruption. Planning and implementing your projects in small, predictable stages is therefore crucial to achieving IoT Excellence especially if you are new to using the IoT with security cameras.
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Do you know what’s lurking
in your network?
Is there a ghost in your machine? And no, this is not the beginning of a Halloween story – but perhaps it is fitting that ‘International Cybersecurity Awareness month’ takes place in October. So says Stefan van de Giessen, general manager: cyber security at Networks Unlimited Africa.
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e explains: “During October, businesses and individuals alike are encouraged to think about the ‘ghosts’ that may or may not be hiding in their machines in the form of malware and other nasties.
Why is this of critical importance? Threat actors today are capable of remaining undetected within a network for
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extended periods of time before deploying their weapons of both system-compromise and/or intelligence theft. “International Cybersecurity Awareness month is prominent in Europe and the United States, but less so here in South Africa. And yet it is in Africa, across all its regions to a greater or lesser degree, that we are seeing a huge uptake of technology, especially in parts of East, West and South Africa.
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“However, we believe that technology education is not sufficiently matching the rate at which technology is being adopted, a scenario that is potentially very problematic, as both companies and individuals need to have more understanding of the risks that come with technology, as well as its benefits.” South Africa adopted October as National and International Cybersecurity Awareness month earlier this year, as announced by
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Communications Deputy Minister, Pinky Kekana, in March. The deputy minister urged CEOs to provide ways in which the government and industry can collaborate to make South Africans more aware of the dangers of cyberspace, and how to protect themselves . “This is certainly heartening,” comments Mr Van de Giessen, “and represents a strong move in the right direction for South Africa and cybersecurity awareness issues. So
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also does the tabling of the Cybercrimes and Cybersecurity Bill, which needs to be revived and brought before Parliament once again, and which is intended to bring South Africa in line with international laws dealing with cybercrime. “However, we must remember that the passing of cybercrime laws does not always bring with it the ability to punish wrongdoers, or bring back valuable data that has been stolen – to the potential harm of organisations and their clients alike – and so we believe that education remains key in facilitating the protection of organisations and individuals from cybercriminals.” To this end, says Mr Van de Giessen, Networks Unlimited Africa strongly advocates the need to educate and create awareness around cybersecurity issues. “We note the huge skills gap in the IT arena in South Africa, and indeed around the world, and feel that the private sector and the government should work together to encourage cybersecurity awareness. A collaborative approach is needed – one entity can’t do it alone. “We acknowledge that this is not only a business initiative but something that needs to be addressed for the general layperson as well, including raising awareness in children. People need to be empowered in terms of protecting themselves from being phished, for example, and unwittingly giving up their data. There are also do’s and don’ts around password protection that the layperson needs to be aware of, especially with the rapid rise of smartphones, which facilitates internet access for all.” Mr Van de Giessen says the company has seen a growth in the implementation of technology in certain regions of Africa, but is concerned that security for the technology being implemented is frequently not optimal or adequate. “This rapid advancement of technology doesn’t generally come with a simultaneous understanding of security requirements at a granular level,” he explains. “For example,
It is not enough just to train people in how to use certain programs and the internet, without also educating them on the consequences that can come with using a PC or even a smartphone.
People need to be empowered in terms of protecting themselves from being phished, for example, and unwittingly giving up their data. There are also do’s and don’ts around password protection that the layperson needs to be aware of. Stefan van de Giessen, general manager: Cyber Security Networks Unlimited Africa.
when people are being educated about basic computer usage, to empower them in their studies and their work, they also need to learn about the risks. It is not enough just to train people in how to use certain programs and the internet, without also educating them on the consequences that can come with using a PC or even a smartphone.” From the perspective of Networks Unlimited Africa, Mr Van de Giessen says the company encourages awareness among those with whom it has dealings, both internally and externally, including its partners, employees and interns, as well as its clients and end-users. “We enable and facilitate the digital conversation wherever possible, for example externally with our corporate social investment (CSI) partner, The LoveTrust, which is involved in education, and also internally for our own employees around the country and at our African offices, as well as through our internship programme. “This programme takes on graduate students, teaches them about our market and offers employment to those individuals who are a fit with our organisation. Along the way, our interns become very enabled in their own private capacity as regards issues of cybersecurity. “As a company, we are involved in protecting organisations and entities across the continent and in upskilling our partner base and the channel, hence we are passionate about practising what we preach, and preaching what we practise. Our ethos goes beyond simply revenue generation to include education and upskilling for all those with whom we interact,” concludes Mr Van de Giessen.
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CASE STUDY
How to fly a drone 100m from an international airport A potential client strolled passed our Securex exhibition stand and engaged us about a drone project. Their site is situated right next to OR Tambo, and our interest was piqued. Apparently, other drone operators had already rejected the request. By Drone Guards
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s a result, the company had given up on the idea. “Can YOU fly a drone right next to the airport? 100 m from a runway in fact,” he asked. You see, unless authorised by the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA), one cannot operate a remotely piloted aircraft: • Within 10 km to an aerodrome (airport, helipad, airfield). • 50 metres or closer from people or roads. • On any property without permission from the property owner. Note: This site is in controlled airspace and in a no-fly zone. Most commercially-bought drones would not even start in that zone.
Regulations make this difficult Surprisingly, South Africa is one of the few countries in the world which regulates the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle industry in the same way it regulates commercial aviation. As a result, this poses a significant challenge for any drone operator to fly a drone in controlled airspace. However, navigating these regulations and permissions is possible, with the right certifications, knowledge and experience.
safe drone flights. Any hazards and risks are mitigated appropriately. Safety first, always.
Now for the tricky parts First, the team submitted the ‘Flexible Use of Airspace’ (FUA) application containing flight operation details. This included intended procedures, emergency protocols, operator credentials, drone specifications etc. The Central Airspace Management Unit (CAMU) and SACAA approved the request on merit. Notably, the fitted transponder most likely made this approval easier. That is to say that OR Tambo ATC would see our drone on their radar. Secondly, with the CAMU reference in hand, the next step was to get unlock codes. This comes directly from the drone manufacturer in China. They have a reputation to uphold and unlocking a drone to fly in a red zone is a big deal. Again, all credentials and documentation were required. Lastly, the flight plan was filed with OR Tambo ATC. After several on-the-day risk mitigation actions, the Pilot in Command activated the flight plan and called the operation in to OR Tambo ATC.
Enter UAV Aerial Works UAV Aerial Works is a licensed operator and has been authorised to operate over people, property and public roads and in controlled airspace. But, there are still strict procedures to follow, and our operations team set out to gather all relevant permissions. After obtaining written landowner permission, we assessed the site. Risk assessments are a regulatory requirement but also significant in delivery of
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The operation began as planned. As luck would have it though, the weather conditions worsened to above the allowed parameters. The team had to cease operations for the day. The drone project was successfully completed on day two, after a repeat flight plan filing, flight plan activation and communication with OR Tambo.
How did we get this right? Most importantly, our very experienced flight operations team and chief pilot had previously met with OR Tambo Air Traffic Control. Between them, our senior management team has almost 6000 manned aircraft flying hours. They know what they are doing, and their credentials were noted at the time. Knowing how to navigate procedures and having the confidence to deliver a drone project under these strict conditions, is a skill. In addition, speaking on the radio with OR Tambo ATC, while they were controlling ‘heavies’ could have been daunting. Of course, our chief pilot aced this based on his experience. There was also a lot of waiting for ATC operators to clear commercial traffic before giving us the go. Now we know where drones stand in the pecking order of air traffic. So, if you are in controlled airspace, near an airport, and in a no-fly zone, there is a team which can safely and professionally deliver your next drone project.
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FLIR United VMS
serves as central component in Abu Dhabi’s safe city solution FLIR United VMS is an integral facet in Abu Dhabi’s safe city security platform, managing a large number of public access cameras, integration services and maintenance operations. This deployment, recognized as the Falcon Eye Project by FLIR Systems, was named the Security Infrastructure Project of the Year at the 2018 Intersec Awards.
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bu Dhabi is a major cultural and commercial centre in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), accounting for roughly two-thirds of the UAE’s economy. While oil and natural gas make up a large portion of its GDP, Abu Dhabi has positioned itself as a premiere tourist destination, with major investments in luxury resorts and business hotels. Consequently, public safety is a top priority – and FLIR Systems is playing a critical role in the city’s long-term safe city initiative. Recently, the Abu Dhabi Monitoring and Control Centre (ADMCC) was tasked with integrating all public access cameras onto a single platform to provide full uninterrupted coverage of the city. This is in compliance with the Safe City 2030 vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and President of the UAE. As part of this initiative, ADMCC launched the Falcon Eye project, where surveillance cameras and sensors would be installed across the city to enable real-time situational awareness, threat detection, data collection, data sharing among public safety organisations, and crime prevention. Falcon Eye expands Abu Dhabi’s existing
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surveillance system to thousands of license plate recognition cameras and surveillance cameras, with cameras equipped with video analytics and/or facial recognition capabilities. As part of the Falcon Eye project, FLIR United VMS integrates all public access cameras into a single platform to provide full, uninterrupted coverage of the city.
Transforming vision to reality To manage such an extensive system under the Falcon Eye project, ADMCC needed to update its video management system (VMS) software. ADMCC sought a VMS that would provide enhanced image quality, as well as increased storage and integrity of streamed video. The VMS also needed to be able to incorporate current, emerging and future
technologies, such as big data, cyber protection, smart cameras, analytics at the edge, and automated camera management. Additionally, ADMCC required a costeffective VMS that would seamlessly integrate with the existing physical security management information (PSIM) without compromising any data or operations from subsystems. Previously, ADMCC had a strong relationship with FLIR, having deployed an older FLIR United VMS version for several years. After careful research and evaluation, ADMCC chose to continue partnering with FLIR as the industry leader in advanced video solutions in the safe city sector. ADMCC selected the most recent FLIR United VMS release as its VMS for the Falcon Eye initiative. FLIR United VMS is a reliable, enterpriselevel software solution for video surveillance supporting an unlimited number of cameras over IP networks. Part of FLIR’s award-winning United VMS platform, Latitude features enhanced cybersecurity protocols.
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Street surveillance cameras with advanced analytics alert security personnel of any threat that needs attention. Together, these cameras and sensors provide real-time situational awareness throughout the city.
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Its distributed server architecture enables unlimited scalability, multi-site deployments and sophisticated network topologies. Latitude’s open platform functionality provides advanced edge device integration, bringing together hundreds of third-party technologies. Complying with ONVIF Profile S, Latitude ensures greater compatibility between cameras and the VMS.
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ADMCC upgraded to the recent United VMS version in June 2017. With special support from the FLIR team, the integration of Latitude and ADMCC’s in-house PSIM solution was successfully completed without any data loss. Adding value to the integration was the presence of an inhouse FLIR engineer, who provided insight and guidance throughout the process. “FLIR is considered one of ADMCC’s trusted vendors, delivering regular upgrades and specialist support to our operations when needed,” said His Excellency Saeed Al-Neyadi , Director General at ADMCC. “The on-site FLIR engineer provided an unmeasurable value to ADMCC.”
One of the defining characteristics of United VMS is simplicity and easy user interface. United VMS offers simplified access in managing and controlling video operations for the support staff. For all safe city projects, the preservation and availability of data is paramount. “The use of actionable information through data collection is vital in running such a huge scale operation such as Safe City initiatives,” Mr Khalfan Al Hassani, ICT director, said. “United VMS ensures maximum integrity and reliability with exceptional failover,
disaster recovery capabilities, and 24/7 redundant recording.”
Impact ADMCC oversees one of the world’s leading safe city solutions that utilises license plate recognition, facial recognition, video analytics and video management from over 45 000 sensors spread across the Emirate. United VMS serves as the central operational platform for all data of this unified platform, providing an efficient combination of video software and server hardware. By utilising the state-of-the-art technologies and subsystems brought together by United VMS, ADMCC ensures the safety of the city and its residents at all hours of the day and night. “United VMS has given ADMCC a reliable, stable, robust and secure platform for the past six years,” said Al Hassani. “It underpins a custom PSIM solution that supports various government agencies in Abu Dhabi helping the city to be ranked the ‘Safest City in the World.’”
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By Peter Bagshawe
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Stalingrad end in sight By Peter Bagshawe
It seems that, to all intents and purposes, the long running on and off prosecution of former State President Jacob Zuma has one last move left before the prosecution will finally commence. His use of the Stalingrad strategy, which is named after the World War 2 use of defensive tactics used by Russian forces to stop Stalingrad being taken by the Axis forces, has achieved widespread notice and comment.
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or those interested in the origin, the seminal work is Enemy at the Gates: The battle for Stalingrad by William Gates. As an overview, the comment by one of his former advocates likening the legal strategy applied to fighting in every room, street, and house via using all available legal mechanisms to delay court adjudication on charges faced encapsulates the stratagem. The Stalingrad strategy is optimal where court costs and legal fees are covered by a third party, and in Zuma’s case delaying his potential prosecution on fraud and corruption charges, the funding of his legal fees via the fiscus enabled the strategy to be effectively deployed. With the option of Statepaid legal costs removed and adverse costs orders, as well
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as the recovery of historical fees paid being recovered the ability to appeal decisions and delay the process would appear to have been largely negated in respect of the Zuma trial going forward. At present, the final leg available to him would be the filing of papers appealing the decision in respect of the recent decision of the KwaZulu-Natal Division of the High Court dismissing the Application for a Permanent Stay of Prosecution brought by Jacob Zuma and Thint. In November 2006, Shabir Shaik started to serve a 15 year sentence imposed in June 2005 by Justice Hilary Squires after being found guilty of corruption and fraud in respect of a series of payments made to Jacob Zuma via Shaik’s company Nkobi Holdings. The sentence and conviction
was confirmed by the Supreme Court of Appeals. Jacob Zuma had previously been Deputy President of South Africa and led the African National Congress, which would have meant that he would succeed President Mbeki as State President. However, following the conviction of Shabir Shaik, Zuma was dismissed by President Mbeki in June 2015 and, following a number of delays in December 2007, the Scorpions indicted Zuma to stand trial on counts of racketeering, money laundering, corruption and fraud. In what can be seen as the beginning of the Stalingrad strategy, Zuma appealed the indictment and charges in the Natal Provincial Division of the High Court, and on 12 September 2008 Justice Chris
Nicholson found in favour of Zuma. Justice Nicholson based his decision on procedural grounds, including that there had been political interference in the decision and timing of the indictment and found the decision of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) to charge Zuma was invalid and ordered it set aside. Thabo Mbeki denied political interference, but was forced to resign at the end of September 2008 and, following the 2007 Polokwane Elective Conference result, Jacob Zuma became State President following the interim term of Acting President Kgalema Motlanthe. In October 2008 the Scorpions were abolished following a vote in Parliament which was closely on party political lines and Jacob Zuma became State President on 9 May 2009 following the
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African National Congress winning the national election on 6 May 2009. In between the departure of Thabo Mbeki and the election of Jacob Zuma, the Supreme Court of Appeal found in favour of the NPA and overturned (in a particularly scathing judgment delivered by Justice Harms) the decision of Justice Nicholson on legal grounds. In the judgment the Supreme Court of Appeals also reversed adverse commentary delivered by Justice Nicholson against then Minister of Justice Penwel Maduna, Heads of the NPA Mpshe and Nguka, Thabo Mbeki and his then Cabinet. In the background the NPA had, going on from the decision of Justice Msimang in 2006 to strike the initial charges against Zuma from the roll, been investigating and, in an odd twist, the same Senior Advocate, Billy Downer, has been leading the investigation and prosecution for close to 20 years. Downer was the voice within the NPA that argued strongly against the decision of the then National Director of Public Prosecutions Mpshe to withdraw charges against
Zuma. Even further back in 2000, a “super investigating” team was set up by then National Director of Public Prosecutions Bulelani Ngcuka to probe the multibillionrand arms deal and associated allegations of bribery and corruption and this team was responsible for the prosecution of Shabir Shaik. Downer was one of the initial team members and led the prosecution of Shaik and was strongly against the decision taken by Belulani Nguka to separate the prosecutions of Shaik and Zuma at an early stage given the impracticalities of running two separate trials were immense and the consequences of Nguka’s decision are still in the court system currently. Downer was equally opposed to the decision of National Director of Public Prosecutions Mpshe to shut down the prosecution based on the spy tapes allegations and the subsequent striking down of applications in the KwaZulu Natal Division of the High Court. In the Application for a Permanent Stay of Prosecution Zuma’s documentation contained a number of allegations and
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If the appeal is unsuccessful, Zuma faces prosecution on the listed charges of racketeering, money laundering, corruption and fraud. inferences against Downer personally which led to Downer suing Zuma and successfully obtaining an order from the High Court for these to be struck from the Court record. This level of animosity and advisability of including personal attacks in court affidavits is unusual and questionable as a tactic. The case against Jacob Zuma has been set down for hearing to commence on 4 February 2020 in order to allow for the appeal process against the decision of the High Court denying the application made by Zuma and Thales for a permanent stay of prosecution. This delay is in order for Thales and Zuma to lodge documents in respect of their appeal which must be lodged by 1 November 2019. This may in effect be the last roll of the Stalingrad dice in that, if the appeal is unsuccessful, Zuma faces prosecution on the listed charges of racketeering, money laundering, corruption and fraud. Given the length of
exposure that Billy Downer has had in the matter it is almost certain that he will be involved in the prosecution if not the lead prosecutor. The one point of query is whether Downer will be able to complete the prosecution as he is nearing retirement. This may be a slight diversion in the process but would be a neat closure of loop involving Downer, Zuma and the legal system that Downer deeply believes in. The process in the Pietermaritzburg High Court commencing in February 2020 (should the appeal be unsuccessful) will be watched with keen interest locally and internationally particularly given the recent imposition of sanctions against members of the Gupta family and associates by the United States. PETER BAGSHAWE holds a Bachelor of Law degree from the former University of Rhodesia and a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of the Witwatersrand.
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Tel: +44 (0) 20 7384 8274 Email: alex.soar@clarionevents.com www.dsei-japan.com/welcome NOVEMBER 19–20: Sectech Sverige Venue: Stockholmsmässan, Stockholm, Sweden Tel: +46 8 556 306 80 Email: deniz.baykal@armedia.se www.sectech.nu NOVEMBER 20–22: All over IP Venue: Sokolniki Exhibition and Convention Centre, Moscow, Russia Email: skochko@groteck.ru www.all-over-ip.ru/en DECEMBER 3-4: International Security Expo Venue: Olympia , London, United Kingdom Tel: +44 20 8947 9177 Email: info@internationalsecurityexpo.com www.internationalsecurityexpo.com
LOCAL EVENTS: 2020 JUNE 2 - 4: Securex South Africa 9am - 4pm Venue: Gallagher Convention Centre Tel: +27 (0)11 835 1565 www.securex.co.za
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SECURITY ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH AFRICA (SASA) ADMINISTRATION 842 Pheasant Street, Horizon Park, Roodepoort Suite 147, Postnet X 2, Helderkruin 1733 National Administrator: Tony Botes t: 0861 100 680 | e: tony@sasecurity.co.za c: 083 272 1373 | f: 0866 709 209 Membership, accounts & enquiries: Sharrin Naidoo t: 0861 100 680 | e: admin@sasecurity.co.za c: 083 650 4981
SASA OFFICE BEARERS National President: Chris Laubscher c: 082 441 4092 e: laubscherc@proteacoin.co.za
REGIONAL OFFICE BEARERS
National Chairperson: Marchél Coetzee c: 084 440 0087 | e: marchelcoetzee@omegasol.com
KwaZulu Natal: Clint Phipps c: 082 498 4749 e: clint.phipps@cwexcellerate.com
National Deputy Chairperson: Yagan Nair c: 082 561 3529 e: yagannair@national.co.za
Gauteng: Gary Tintinger c: 084 429 4245 e: gary.tintinger@cwexcellerate.com
Western Cape: Koos van Rooyen c: 082 891 2351 | e: koos@wolfgroup.co.za
SECURITY AND RELATED ASSOCIATIONS AND ORGANISATIONS PSIRA (Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority) Eco Park, Centurion t: +27 (0)12 003 0500/1 | Independent hotline: 0800 220 918 | e: info@psira. co.za | Director: Manabela Chauke | Chairperson: T Bopela | Vice chairperson: Z Holtzman | Council members: Advocate A Wiid | Commissioner A Dramat APPISA (Association for Professional Private Investigators SA) Bertie Meyer Crescent, Minnebron, Brakpan | e: info@appelcryn.co.za | www.appelcryn. co.za | c: +27 (0)73 371 7854 / +27 (0)72 367 8207 | Chairperson: Ken Appelcryn ASIS International Johannesburg Chapter No. 155. Box 99742, Garsfontein East 0060 | t: +27 (0)11 652 2569 | www.asis155jhb.webs. com | President/chairperson: Johan Hurter | Secretary: Chris Cray ASIS International (Chapter 203: Cape Town – South African Security Professionals) President/chairperson: Yann A Mouret, CPP Secretary: Eva Nolle t: +27 (0)21 785 7093 f: +27 (0)21 785 5089 | e: info@aepn.co.za | www.asis203.org.za BAC (Business Against Crime) Box 784061, Sandton 2146 | t: +27 (0)11 883 0717 | f: +27 (0)11 883 1679 | e: info@bac.org.za CAMPROSA (Campus Protection Society of Southern Africa) President: Des Ayob | e: 27149706@nwu.ac.za Executive Secretary: Derek Huebsch | e: huebsch. derek@gmail.com | www.camprosa.co.za CISA (Cape Insurance Surveyors Association) Shahid Sonday t: +27 (0)21 402 8196 | f: +27 (0)21 419 1844 | e: shahid.sonday@saeagle.co.za | Mike Genard t: +27 (0)21 557 8414 | e: mikeg@yebo.co.za DRA (Disaster Recovery Association of Southern Africa) Box 405, Saxonwold 2132 | Chairperson: Grahame Wright | t: +27 (0)11 486 0677 | f: (011) 646 5587 | Secretary/treasurer: Charles Lourens t: +27 (0)11 639 2346 | f: +27 (0)11 834 6881 EFCMA (Electric Fencing and Components Manufacturers Association) Box 411164, Craighall 2024 | t: +27 (0)11 326 4157 | f: +27 (0)11 493 6835 | Chairperson: Cliff Cawood c: +27 (0)83 744 2159 | Deputy chairperson: John Mostert c: +27 (0)82 444 9759 | Secretary: Andre Botha c: +27 (0)83 680 8574 ESDA (Electronic Security Distributors Association) Box 17103, Benoni West 1503 | t: (011) 845 4870 | f: +27 (0)11 845 4850 | Chairperson: Leonie Mangold | Vice chairperson: David Shapiro | www.esda.org.za ESIA (Electronic Security Industry Alliance) Box 62436, Marshalltown 2107 | t: +27 (0)11 498 7468 | f: 086 570 8837 | c: 082 773 9308 | e: info@esia. co.za | www.esia.co.za FDIA (Fire Detection Installers Association) Postnet Suite 86, Private Bag X10020, Edenvale, 1610 | t: +27 (0)72 580 7318 | f: 086 518 4376 | e: fdia@fdia. co.za | www.fdia.co.za | President/chairperson: Clive Foord | Secretary: Jolene van der Westhuizen
FFETA The Fire Fighting Equipment Traders Association) Postnet Suite 86, Private Bag X10020, Edenvale 1610 | Chairperson: Belinda van der Merwe Administration manager: Rosemary Cowan | t: +27 (0)11 455 3157 | e: rosemary@saqccfire.co.za | www.ffeta.co.za FPASA (Fire Protection Association of Southern Africa) Box 15467, Impala Park 1472 | t: +27 (0)11 397 1618 | f: +27 (0)11 397 1160 | e: library@fpasa.co.za | www.fpasa.co.za | General manager: David Poxon GFA (Gate & Fence Association) Box 1338, Johannesburg 2000 | t: +27 (0)11 298 9400 | f: +27 (0)11 838 1522 | Administrator: Theresa Botha HSA (Helderberg Security Association) Box 12857, N1 City Parow 7463 | t: +27 (0)21 511 5109 | f: +27 (0)21 511 5277 | e: info@command.co.za | www.command.co.za | Chairperson: Stephen van Diggele IFE (Institution of Fire Engineers (SA) Treasurer: Andrew Greig | President: Mike Webber | Administrator: Jennifer Maritz | PO Box 1033, Houghton 2041 | t: +27 (0)11 788 4329 | f: +27 (0)11 880 6286 | e: adminstaff@ife.org.za | www.ife.org.za ISA (Insurance Surveyors Association) Box 405, Saxonwold 2132 | Chairperson: Graham Wright | t: +27 (0)11 486 0677 | Vice chairperson: Alan Ventress | Secretary: Alex dos Santos LASA (Locksmiths Association of South Africa) Box 4007, Randburg 2125 | t: +27 (0)11 782 1404 | f: +27 (0)11 782 3699 | e: lasa@global.co.za | www.lasa.co.za | President/chairperson: Alan Jurrius | Secretary: Dora Ryan NaFETI (National Firearms Education and Training Institute) Box 181067, Dalbridge 4014 | Chairperson: MS Mitten | Vice chairperson: Ken Rightford | t: +27 (0)33 345 1669 | c: +27 (0)84 659 1142 NaFTA (National Firearms Training Association of SA) Box 8723, Edenglen 1613 | National chairperson: Peter Bagshawe | t: +27 (0)11 979 1200 | f: +27 (0)11 979 1816 | e: nafta@lantic.net POLSA (Policing Association of Southern Africa) t: +27 (0)12 429 6003 | f: +27 (0)12 429 6609 | Chairperson: Anusha Govender c: +27 (0)82 655 8759 PSSPF (Private Security Sector Provident Fund) Jackson Simon c: +27 (0)72 356 6358 | e: jackson@ psspfund.co.za | www.psspfund.co.za SAESI (Southern African Emergency Services Institute) Box 613, Krugersdorp 1740 | t: +27 (0)11 660 5672 | f: +27 (0)11 660 1887 | President: DN Naidoo | Secretary: SG Moolman | e:info@saesi.com SAIA (South African Insurance Association) Box 30619, Braamfontein 2017 | Chief executive officer: Viviene Pearson | Chairperson:
Lizé Lambrechts t: +27 (0)11 726 5381 | f: +27 (0)11 726 5351 | e: info@saia.co.za SAIDSA (South African Intruder Detection Services Association) | Association House, PO Box 17103, Benoni West 1503 | t: +27 (0)11 845 4870 f: +27 (0)11 845 4850 | e: saidsa@mweb.co.za www.saidsa.co.za | Chairperson: Johan Booysen Secretary: Cheryl Ogle SAIS (South African Institute of Security) Postnet Suite 86, Private Bag X10020, Edenvale, 1610 Chairperson: Dave Dodge | Administration manager: John Baker | t: +27 (0)63 782 7642 | e: info@instituteofsecurity.co.za | www.instituteofsecurity.co.za SAN (Security Association of Namibia) Box 1926, Windhoek, Namibia | Administrator: André van Zyl | t: +264 81 304 5623 | e: adminsan@iway.na SANSEA (South African National Security Employers’ Association) Box 62436, Marshalltown 2107 | Administrators: SIA t: +27 (0)11 498 7468 | f: 086 570 8837 | e: galen@sansea.co.za SAPFED (Southern African Polygraph Federation) President: Flip Vorster | c: +27 (0)82 455 1459 | e: info@sapfed.org | Secretary: Anrich Gouws | e: admin@sapfed.org | www.sapfed.org SAQCC FIRE (South African Qualification Certification Committee) Postnet Suite 86, Private Bag X10020, Edenvale 1610 | t: +27 (0)11 455 3157 | www.saqccfire. co.za Executive Committee: Chairperson: Duncan Boyes Vice chairperson: Tom Dreyer 1475 Committee: Chairperson: Lizl Davel Vice chairperson: John Caird D&GS Committee: Chairperson: Nichola Allan; Vice chairperson: Clive Foord General Manager: Rosemary Cowan | e: rosemary@saqccfire.co.za – Address, phone and website all remain as is. SARPA (South African Revenue Protection Association) Box 868, Ferndale 2160 | t: +27 (0)11 789 1384 | f: +27 (0)11 789 1385 | President: Naas du Preez | Secretariat: Mr J. Venter, Van der Walt & Co SIA (Security Industry Alliance) Box 62436, Marshalltown 2107 | t: +27 (0)11 498 7468 | Chief executive officer: Steve Conradie | www.securityalliance.co.za SKZNSA (Southern KwaZulu-Natal Security Association) t: +27 (0)39 315 7448 | f: +27 (0)39 315 7324 | Chairperson: Anton Verster c: +27 (0)82 371 0820 VESA (The Motor Vehicle Security Association of South Africa) Box 1468, Halfway House 1685 | t: (011) 315 3588/3655 | f: +27 (0)11 315 3617 | General manager: Adri Smit VIPPASA (VIP Protection Association of SA) Box 41669, Craighall 2024 | t: +27 (0)82 749 0063 | f: 086 625 1192 | e: info@vippasa.co.za | www.vippasa.co.za | Enquiries: Chris Rootman c: +27 (0)82 749 0063 | e: vippasa@protectour.co.za
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