In Security September 2018

The magazine with the inside story on security ISSUE 36 September 2018

Complete coverage Thermal cameras maintain perimeter security

06 INDUSTRY NEWS

28 Security staff screening

32 Always be prepared

36 Lone worker safety

Latest developments from the security industry

Enhancing compliance and reporting capabilities

Implementing GDPR– compliant video

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elcome to the Septembe September issue of In Security. With the glorious summer weather still fresh in our memories, the focus moves to the second half of the year where we can expect some exciting new developments. This issue’s Product & Industry News section (starting on page 8) showcases the latest headlines from the industry.

Our cover story takes a closer look at how Bosch eliminates blind spots and boosts situational awareness with DINION IP thermal 8000 and MIC IP fusion 9000i thermal imaging cameras (see page 2).

In Security visited the UK offices of Hitachi to learn how one of their most innovative products is making society safer, more efficient and crime-free through infrared sensing that can report on our every movement while still preserving anonymity and privacy (see page 20).

From September 25 to 28, 2018, Security Essen will become the meeting place of the international security and fire prevention sectors (see page 24).

In recent months, SmartTask, the leading provider of employee scheduling and mobile workforce management software, has been working hard to add new tools designed specifically for the security industry (see page 28).

Implementing GDPR-compliant video security equipment without difficulty – which functions are necessary (see page 32)?

Finally, there is an increasing focus on improving mental health in the workplace, with a growing expectation for employers to assist with the emotional and physical health of their lone workers (see page 36).

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28 Contents 02 Front Cover Story – Complete coverage. Thermal cameras maintain perimeter security under extreme conditions 06 Product & Industry News All the latest developments from the security industry.

20 Sensor intelligence Infrared sensing that can report on our every movement

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24 Security Essen 2018 Security Essen becomes the hotspot of the international security

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28 Security staff screening Enhancing compliance and reporting capabilities 32 Always be prepared Implementing GDPR-compliant video security equipment 36 Security workforce Innovation Keeping a lone worker, a happy worker

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COVER STORY

Complete coverage Thermal cameras maintain perimeter security under extreme conditions

Bosch eliminates blind spots and boosts situational awareness with DINION IP thermal 8000 and MIC IP fusion 9000i thermal imaging cameras Perimeter protection of critical infrastructure such as airports, government buildings, power plants, oil refineries, sea terminals, and bridges is a top priority.

Networked security cameras have become the status quo in perimeter protection of these areas over the past years. But despite constant advancements in technical capabilities, the number of security breaches is increasing at an alarming rate.

A current research conducted by the Associated Press finds the number of intrusions at the busiest 31 airports in the United States at an all-time high: The report counted 345 perimeter security breaches between 2004 and 2016. Reported incidents of breaches include intruders scaling fences, walking past vehicle checkpoints or even crashing cars into barriers in order to access restricted areas.

The industry has been mounting a strong response. The European and North American perimeter

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security markets are set to reach $3.91 billion and $5.1 billion by 2019, respectively. Within these markets, network video surveillance has the highest potential to drastically increase perimeter security. But as experience shows, even some of the most advanced and reliable cameras fall short of providing complete protection for two reasons.

Human error and technological weaknesses As intruders resort to more and more complex methods to bypass security, the main weak spot facing security cameras remains unchanged: human error. The average security operator can miss 90% of activity after viewing the video screen for only 20 minutes.

Combined with the multitude of cameras operating simultaneously at large facilities, like commercial airports, these lapses in attention create loopholes for intruders. And one loophole, even for a few seconds, can be enough to allow unwarranted access into critical areas.

Intruders are also learning to exploit technological weaknesses, or “blind spots” in conventional optical video cameras; even the

most advanced high-definition versions. Lapses in security coverage can be caused by extreme conditions that result in limited vision. Smoke, dust, or spray from bodies of water, heavy rain, glare from the sun, or complete darkness can all be abused as covers to bypass security.

Warding off intruders with analytics plus thermal imaging Confronting these threats to perimeter security, the industry has been pursuing two approaches: First, Video Content Analysis (VCA) helps effectively close the loopholes created by human error and trigger automated alarms upon detecting intruders. And second, the shortcomings of visible light cameras can be overcome by thermal imaging cameras – detecting the heat signatures of intruders – in devices that have become more powerful and affordable in recent years.

But in order to make a difference, these two approaches need to work in unison: Without thermal camera image capture under extreme conditions such as rain, smoke and glare, even the most powerful content analysis algorithms have

no chance of detecting intruders exploiting camera blind spots.

And without the aid of Video Content Analysis (VCA), thermal imaging cameras are reduced to becoming one more screen in the control room that becomes largely unmonitored in a matter of minutes and subject to human error. So only the combination of analytics and thermal images closes loopholes for intruders.

The next evolution in perimeter protection As the answer, Bosch has successfully introduced an evolution in the security cameras market: The DINION IP thermal 8000 camera combines powerful thermal imaging with Bosch’s proprietary suite of built-in Intelligent Video Analytics and outstanding corrosion resistance. This makes it ideal for mission-critical applications such as perimeter protection of airports, critical infrastructures, government buildings and bridges. It ensures early detection in environments with limited vision due to poor lighting conditions, smoke or complete darkness. The DINION IP thermal 8000 camera is joined in the thermal

imaging product portfolio by the MIC IP fusion 9000i camera that combines an optical and thermal imager in a single weather-proof, extremely robust housing, also with built-in video analytics.

In mission-critical applications like the perimeter protection of airports, critical infrastructure and border patrol, Intelligent Video Analytics can be customized with user-defined rules. These include automatically triggered alarms for an intruder climbing a fence, someone leaving an object behind or parking in an unauthorized area. The system can intelligently track moving objects and can be configured to recognize changes in a person’s speed (running), shape (crouching) or aspect ratio (falling).

Focus on Intelligent Video Analytics What’s more, the symbiosis between highly precise thermal optics and intelligence at the edge goes beyond preventing blind spots and human error. Intelligent Video Analytics actually makes the camera even more valuable in perimeter threat detection. The technology can notice events – and sound alerts – at

distances where operators would struggle to notice changes on the screen without the Intelligent Video Analytics. Equipped with a 65mm lens, the DINION IP thermal 8000 camera delivers early detection and alerts over distances up to 610m – even in complete darkness – thanks to the combination of thermal imaging and Intelligent Video Analytics.

Intelligent Video Analytics also adds sense and structure to video footage via metadata for later analysis or forensic searches.

In a typical setting, 20 seconds are sufficient to filter all relevant video sequences out of four hours’ worth of video using metadata. The system also supports searches for events originally not set up as an alert via the unique forensic search functionality. This “smart” data can be used in police investigations, for instance to find a car of interest based on colour, time, location or the direction it was travelling.

In challenging applications across the globe, Intelligent Video Analytics has proven highly successful in ruling out false alarms that are especially prevalent in challenging environments prone to snow, wind, rain, hail, and water reflections. ➔

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For added benefits, both the DINION IP thermal 8000 and MIC IP fusion 9000i camera afford customers a bitrate reduction of up to 80% to ease storage bandwidth and network strain. They also achieve the highest degree of data security via proprietary Bosch encryption technology at the hardware and network level.

Technical parameters: Built to withstand the elements The DINION IP thermal 8000 camera offers excellent thermal performance, built-in Intelligent Video Analytics and outstanding corrosion resistance meeting the EN 50130-5 salt mist test, withstanding up to 1000 hours of salt/mist under test conditions. Its thermal vision capabilities are powered by an advanced thermal module to capture the invisible thermal energy radiating from moving or stationary objects.

This data is translated in realtime into the high-quality relevant thermal images, available in two video resolutions: QVGA or VGA. The DINION IP thermal 8000 camera’s level of actionable image data delivers images even in situations where natural barriers such as leaves or foliage obstruct the field of view.

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Another bonus for operators: The DINION IP thermal 8000 camera actively supports easy set-up and calibration. The built-in gyro sensor helps configure the camera’s pre-loaded analytics by gathering the most important parameters automatically. Users are merely required to enter the height where the camera is mounted and the configuration process for the onboard analytics is complete.

Complete perimeter safety In the bigger picture, the DINION IP thermal 8000 camera is a key step in Bosch Security Systems’ focused mission to provide operators with the most relevant image data possible. And while it marks a new level of early detection at previously unattainable distances, there is a caveat: The DINION IP thermal 8000 camera is not a stand-alone replacement for visible light cameras, but plays a supporting role in creating an unmatched level of security in existing systems.

As the next step in joining Intelligent Video Analytics with thermal imaging, Bosch has brought to market a new moving camera boasting both thermal and optical camera capabilities. The MIC IP fusion 9000i camera provides

maximum situational awareness and early object detection – even with limited visibility due to smoke, in complete darkness or when objects or people are obscured by foliage.

The camera’s unique metadata fusion feature fuses together metadata from the camera’s built-in optical and thermal imager. This helps users to focus on ‘invisible’ things that need attention. If an event is detected that is not visible in the video stream being watched, an alarm is triggered anyway for full situational awareness around the clock.

With these scenarios in mind, the DINION IP thermal 8000 fixed camera and MIC IP fusion 9000i moving cameras represent crucial milestones in Bosch Security and Safety System’s ongoing journey of making video image data more relevant to our end users. By adding thermal cameras powered

by Intelligent Video Analytics to their perimeter security solutions, customers may never miss a potential threat and can retrieve the correct data quickly, however extreme the conditions.

For further information please visit www.boschsecurity.com n

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Edesix’s onstream unifies site security for ultimate protection

Introducing the new VideoTag - where the incident recorder meets the Body Worn Camera Another recent innovation is Edesix’s VideoTag Series, the VT-100 and VT-50 incident recorders. These are Edesix’s smallest, lightest and most discreet cameras to date and are proven to deter aggression, protect staff and provide secure evidential-quality footage on demand.

Designed for less frequent use than Edesix’s VideoBadge Body Worn Cameras, both the VideoTag VT-100 and VT-50 are lightweight, unobtrusive, costeffective and easy to use. Both require no extra training, stream live footage, and have a standby battery-life of up to six months, meaning users don’t need to worry about charging the device often. The VT Series also provides complementary audio and video capture of incidents when utilised as part of a larger Body Worn Camera and CCTV security function.

The VT-50 has been designed for indoor use primarily, and is aimed at areas such as airlines, indoor retail or education. The VT-100 is recording device specifically designed to meet the needs of retailers, lone workers and other public facing businesses. It is similar to the VT-50 incident recorder, which was launched at IFSEC 2017, but with the benefits of greater durability and a longer battery life.

The beauty of this product is that it bridges the gap between the smaller incident recorder and the more powerful Body Worn Camera (BWC). The VT series will allow staff in public-facing roles, who are not always part of the security team, to create a safer working environment for themselves and their colleagues. It offers a cost-effective, secure and practical approach to wearable security for incident recording and workflow management.

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Body Worn Cameras enhance safety of staff and general public BWCs have been proven to help improve the safety of those in public facing roles, whilst producing compelling legal evidence when needed. BWC’s can provide twofold protection to staff – firstly, members of the public naturally change and moderate their behaviour for the better when they realise they are being, or may be, recorded – but importantly those cameras can then be used, when needed, to alert colleagues to an incident, to obtain evidential quality footage to secure convictions, or to uphold the account of staff in the event of a complaint or incident.

In order to deliver the benefits, a BWC system must be simple to deploy, simple to manage and simple to use; the wearable camera is a tool for the user to protect themselves – but it isn’t the focus of their job, nor should it be. It is essential they are easy to use and easy to deploy with minimal training. In addition, the back-office management suite must be secure and able to deliver court-admissible evidence packages.

Retail staff, security teams, prison officers and Environment Agency enforcement officers are just some of the users of BWCs who have stated that wearing a BWC makes them feel safer at work. When recording is activated it is made clearly visible to any potential aggressors, reminding them that their actions from this point can be made into video evidence. False complaints are also greatly reduced for organisations using BWCs. A study by the University of Cambridge found that police complaints fell by 93% following roll-outs of BWCs to frontline officers in the US and UK. For further information about Edesix please visit www.edesix.com n

5 ways SMARTair® brings your workplace into the 21st century While frustration is part of the package with oldfashioned locks and mechanical master-keys, wireless access control — including SMARTair® — is designed around security, control and convenience.

1. Be more productive. Adding wireless access control makes workplace security flexible and responsive.

It’s easy to create access time schedules for different user groups. So, if your cleaners should access only after office hours, SMARTair® access control system can handle it. If a team relocates, it’s easy to change their access permissions en masse — and with zero interruptions to everyone’s workflow. The bundled SMARTair® admin software makes it easy to achieve all this (and more) from an intuitive interface.

2. Spend money wisely. How much of your budget gets eaten managing mechanical keys? With SMARTair®, you can forget about keys altogether, replacing them with easily programmable smart-cards. You don’t need to change your doors or pay for expensive cabling.

Should the CEO lose her key-card, cancelling it and issuing a replacement is simple, almost free and instantaneous. Battery-powered, wireless locks also deliver ultra-low energy consumption compared to traditional wired access locks. And with SMARTair®, your investment is protected: you can expand your system at any time, or upgrade its functionality, without having to begin again from scratch.

3. Make staff happier. Happy staff are more loyal and more productive. With its focus on user experience, SMARTair® banishes everyday frustrations. It’s easy

for managers to program just the right level of access for freelancers and contractors. Facilities staff could open doors remotely or get a real-time site security overview. Employees can use their SMARTair® access card for the canteen, vending machines, changing room locker locks and even the photocopier. And with the new Openow™ app from SMARTair®, you don’t even need a key-card (or to wonder where you left it).

4. Create the right impression. With SMARTair® and the Openow™ app, employees and visitors can open authorized doors with their mobile phone. Facility managers can issue virtual keys to anyone who needs them — and revoke them whenever they choose, or set them to expire automatically at a certain time. No more plastic key-cards means there’s no need for a card activation terminal on reception or elsewhere, and no need for your visitors to hang around waiting. You just send them a time-limited virtual key ahead of the visit.

With Openow™, if you have your phone, you are already carrying your keys.

5. Maintain your aesthetics. There’s a SMARTair® wireless lock to fit pretty much any door. Batterypowered escutcheons and cylinders fit wood, glass, emergency exit and fire doors, and there are wall readers for high-traffic entrance doors, barriers and lifts. Because SMARTair® devices come in a subtle, contemporary design — no clunky wired doors — they have proved attractive enough for high-spec coworking spaces and prize-winning architecture; and robust enough for a hectic university campus.

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product and industry news

Paxton launch new app for easy site management Paxton, the UK market leader of electronic IP access control and video door entry solutions, has announced the launch of its new app for managing Net2, Paxton Connect Admin.

The highly anticipated app received fantastic feedback from installers when it was previewed across the globe at IFSEC International, Securex South Africa and ISC West earlier this year. The app provides easy and flexible site management for Net2 System Engineers and Operators. Paxton Connect Admin is also highly recommended from the Paxton installers who have been trialling the app for the past month.

Angel Gallego, CCTV Center, says:

“This is a nice new application which will allow us to provide a unique feature not many providers have.”

The new app contains four features in one smart user interface and enables users to manage multiple sites remotely directly from a smartphone or tablet.

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The features include: Open Door – Open a door directly from your phone, wherever you are User Administration – Add, delete and edit users for easy management Roll Call – Quickly establish whether users are marked as safe in an emergency Events and Reports – Real-time updates provide live information on users’ locations

Gareth O’Hara, Paxton’s Chief Sales Officer, says:

“The way our customers manage their site security is evolving; the ability to manage Net2 on the go is key to flexible site management. We have responded to customer feedback and designed Paxton Connect Admin to provide the features needed for simple site management available to use wherever our customers are.”

The app is available to download now from both the App Store and Google Play. When signing into the app there is an additional level of security provided by smartphone biometric authentication.

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Activate your pass for UK Security Expo 2018 We’re pleased to announce an even stronger emphasis on innovation at this year’s International Security Expo (ISE), Olympia London, 28-29 November 2018. We are the only global event uniting Government and Industry by sharing knowledge, innovative homeland and commercial security technologies, integrated solutions and intelligence to create a safer world.

Claim your FREE pass now to gain access to over 1,000 product launches from 350+ homeland & commercial security exhibitors, 13 free-to-attend conferences and 250+ international speakers.

With over 55 hours of Security Institute CPD certified content available, don’t miss this year’s leading security event. Network with over 12,500 like-minded security professionals from across a wide range of sectors including, Government, CNI, Law Enforcement & Military, Transport & Borders, Major Events, Facilities, Cyber & Information security, Public Sector (Education, Healthcare, Prisons) and the Private Sector (Retail, Leisure/ Hospitality, Night-Time Economy).

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What’s On at ISE 2018?

Discover the new immersive Protecting Urban Spaces Demonstrator working in conjunction with CPNI, showcasing the latest thought-provoking technologies used to protect urban, crowded spaces in an integrated, real-life situation.

See cutting edge technologies and equipment put to the test in the Live LPCB Test Lab. Engage with Government Departments in the expanded Government Department & Agency Zone featuring Home Office JSarC, Cabinet Office, DSTL, Secured by Design, British Transport Police, Defence and Security Accelerator and Civil Nuclear Constabulary.

Watch technologies and solutions come to life in the Live demonstration zone, featuring Counter-IED Demonstrations and Drone Demonstrations.

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Hanwha Techwin introduces stainless-steel Wisenet X cameras

Hanwha Techwin has further expanded its Wisenet camera series with the introduction of four news stainless-steel dome cameras.

The dome cameras, which are highly resistant to corrosion and acid, are designed to be deployed in challenging industrial environments where chemicals are used, as well as for transport and off-shore applications.

Constructed of SUS316L standard stainless-steel, the new domes share a long list of innovative features built into other cameras in the award winning open platform Wisenet X series, which when it was released in 2017, redefined the standard for high definition cameras. Supercharged by the most powerful DSP chipset ever incorporated into a full camera range, Wisenet cameras are equipped with the world’s best 150dB Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) technology and the world’s best motorised varifocal F0.94 low light lens.

Wisenet X cameras also feature H.265 compression and WiseStream II, a complementary compression technology which dynamically controls encoding, balancing quality and compression according to movement in the image. Bandwidth efficiency is improved by up to 99% compared to current H.264 technology when WiseStream II is combined with H.265 compression. This ensures that Hanwha Techwin’s new Wisenet X series is one of the most bandwidth friendly camera ranges available.

The four new models are: • Wisenet XNP-6320HS 2MP 32x network PTZ dome camera • Wisenet XNV-6120RS 2MP Vandal resistant IR dome camera • Wisenet XNV-6080RS 2MP Vandal resistant IR dome camera with motorised varifocal lens • Wisenet XNV-8080RS 5MP Vandal resistant IR dome camera “We have developed these new stainless-steel products in order to meet the needs of end-user clients who operate in difficult operating conditions but wish to benefit from the innovative technology incorporated into the Wisenet series,” said Bob (H.Y.) Hwang Ph.D., Managing Director of Hanwha Techwin Europe. “System integrators who install these ultra robust camera domes can do so safe in the knowledge that they will be effective regardless of whether they are used for security, health & safety or production monitoring purposes.”

For further information please www.hanwha-security.eu n

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product and industry news

Videalert launches new generation anpr camera for mobile enforcement applications Videalert, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of intelligent traffic enforcement and management solutions, has announced the immediate availability of a new generation of mobile ANPR camera technology. Designed for use with Videalert’s expanding range of multi-purpose Mobile Enforcement Vehicles (MEV), including both cars and bikes, the HD camera will deliver enhanced capture rates and increase productivity in parking and traffic management applications.

The new 2 megapixel camera is ONVIF compliant and utilises the latest Sony DSP technology for noise reduction and infrared sensitivity to accurately capture crisp images of reflective number plates at distances of up to 40 metres. It also features a full colour overview module to capture contextual images of vehicles in both daylight and challenging light conditions.

According to Tim Daniels, Sales and Marketing Director of Videalert: “We are now fitting this innovative new camera technology to all our new MEV platforms

as it will deliver number plate read rates of over 98% in a wide range of applications with vehicles being driven at normal speeds. Our MEV engineering hub facility in Trowbridge, Wiltshire enables us to build and test multiple platforms concurrently and deliver in greater volume to meet the requirements of fleet operators for single or multiple vehicles.”

As well as equipping MEVs with this new generation camera, Videalert installs a complete suite of software for rapid deployment in different enforcement and monitoring applications. The MEVs are fully compatible with Videalert’s hosted Digital Video Platform, allowing councils to quickly extend enforcement to other areas without having to make further investment in IT infrastructure.

For further information, please visit www.videalert.com n

New stainless steel 2-wire video entry panels from Urmet A smart range of brushed stainless steel, vandalresistant digital video door entry panels – available in flush, surface or post-mounted options – has been unveiled by Urmet UK. These new panels incorporate both door entry and access control functions in a robust vandal-resistant, slimline housing.

The 2Steel panels are available in Urmet’s 2Voice (2-wire) range. They feature a wide-angle lens colour dome camera with built-in high-intensity LED camera illumination for sharp, perfect images, even in low light conditions. To help satisfy DDA requirements, LED and voice-announced call signalling indication is available for visually impaired people.

The 316L marine-grade brushed stainless steel panels also feature pre-wired 20 mm stainless steel buttons with call reassurance tones. The panels are manufactured in standard sizes, with custom sizes and bespoke finishes, such as polished stainless steel, brass, bronze, patinated bronze and RAL colours available to order. Options include engraving, proximity readers and coded access keypads.

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The 2Voice range comprises two non-polarised wires throughout the system for quick and easy installation and maintenance, generating time-savings for installers.

For installation simplicity, existing wiring can be used in refurbishments.

Offering the highest performance in their category, 2Steel panels are suitable for use in medium and low rise residential complexes, as well on a smaller scale in individual systems.

“We’re very pleased with our new 2Steel panels,” said Urmet’s Sales Director, Mark Hagger. “They combine the latest in technology and features with a sleek, highquality appearance, plus they are easy to install and use. The panels’ numerous bespoke options also satisfy the increasing trend for customisation in residential developments.”

For further information, visit www.urmet.co.uk. n

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Residential security container standard revised

UL developed the three-tier system utilizing UL’s Collaborative Standards Development System to help improve the testing of security containers.

Residential Security Containers (RSC) serve many purposes. Some are used to store important papers or valuable jewelry, but for many people, they are used to store and secure guns. RSCs specified for security are different from fire resistant containers since they are specifically designed for security.

Commonly known by many as gun safes, RSCs are covered by UL 1037, the Standard for Antitheft Alarms and Devices.

The Sixth Edition of the Standard was revised in 2016 to address three tiers of performance criteria to help manufacturers differentiate their products security levels and give a greater choice to consumers. Prior to the change, there was a onesize-fits-all level of performance for RSCs: a fiveminute attack test using common hand tools.

The industry recognized a need and collaborated with UL to update the standard to a three-tiered system. The new system enables end users and manufacturers to choose what level of security best suits their product and protection needs.

• Attack level two products must be able to withstand a ten-minute attack by two technicians who use more aggressive tools such as picks, high-speed carbide drills and pressure applying devices. In addition, the technicians will attempt to make a six-square-inch opening in the door or the front face of the gun safe; the product must resist their efforts.

• Attack level three also gives two technicians a tenminute window to perform the test, but the range of tools become even more aggressive. Additionally, the size of the maximum attack opening shrinks significantly from six-square-inches to twosquare-inches.

Graduated Performance Levels The updated standard maintains the prior performance requirements, now known as attack level one, and adds incremental layers to create a graduated degree of performance protection.

A Collaborative Standards Development System UL developed the three-tier system utilizing UL’s Collaborative Standards Development System in conjunction with a balanced Standard Technical Panel which includes industry representatives to help improve the testing of the containers and allow manufacturers a choice to either meet the minimum requirements or opt for more aggressive test conditions. Consumers benefit as they can now choose the level of security that best fits their protection needs.

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•A ttack level one requires the product to withstand a five-minute attack by one technician using common hand tools such as drills, screwdrivers and hammers. If the product successfully performs to the minimum requirements, it is eligible for certification.

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Additional Design or Performance Criteria Compliance with UL 1037 also involves a drop test for products weighing 750 pounds or less. The test simulates attempting to gain entry by forcibly dropping or knocking the safe to the ground. If the product can be reliably and safely mounted to a surface and the manufacturer provides provisions and instructions for installing the product, it does not have to be subjected to the drop test.

Panasonic demonstrates facial recognition technology at security essen 2018

Powered by deep learning, FacePRO integration with Genetec Security Center helps security professionals create watch lists to match thousands of faces—even from challenging angles, partially hidden, and from aged photo captures.

Panasonic, a leading provider of facial recognition, will showcase its technology features in the Genetec stand (Hall 5, Booth #G30) at Security ESSEN 2018, the world’s most important trade fair for security in Germany. As a technology partner in the Genetec ecosystem, Panasonic will demonstrate the benefits of facial recognition with Genetec™ Security Center, engineered to benefit end-users with innovative solutions for security camera analytics. Plan to visit Panasonic at the Genetec stand, Hall 5, Booth #G30.

FacePRO can identify faces that are difficult to recognise within common video surveillance technology. These situations include reading faces at an angle of up to 45 degrees to the left or right or 30 degrees up or down, with a 90% accuracy rate when detecting faces partially hidden by sunglasses or face masks. FacePRO also has high accuracy reads in matching faces taken from up to ten-year-old passport images.

With the Security Center, security professionals can work with FacePRO to detect real time face matching with up to 30,000 faces on a watchlist database.

Additionally, end-users can select a face from past recordings to start a face-list search against all related video footage with instant playback. With these search variables combined, businesses can dramatically shorten the time and workflow spent to find related videos that would otherwise have to be completed manually, taking hours, days, or even weeks.

With FacePRO® integrated in Genetec Security Center, visitors at Security Essen will be able to see how to create the following applications: Watchlist applications (Airport / Transit / Stadium / Retail / Law enforcement) VIP applications (Luxury retail / Entertainment / Hotel & resort) Registered people applications (Corporate / Education / Hospitals) “We are excited to attend Security Essen 2018 as a technology sponsor on the Genetec stand. FacePRO represents a deep solutions perspective, beyond a classical integration with Security Center,” said M. Hiroshi (Huey) Sekiguchi, Head of global marketing for security business at Panasonic. “With several FacePRO projects already deployed with Security Center, we look forward to demonstrating how our facial recognition engine can provide joint value-add solutions to the market,” added Sekiguchi.

“Genetec and Panasonic share the same vision of providing world-class security solutions that meet today’s growing requirements for data-intensive analytics—especially face recognition,” said Georges Tannous, Director of Strategic Alliances at Genetec.

“We are excited to feature demonstrations of Panasonic FacePRO, integrated with Security Center, on the Genetec stand at Security Essen,” added Tannous.

Visitors to Security ESSEN are invited to visit Genetec in Hall 5, Stand #G30 to experience the world’s highest performance in face recognition1.

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Alpro at Fred Perry headquarters

IDF Aluminium has installed doors and internal screenwork at the new headquarters of iconic sportswear brand Fred Perry in Clerkenwell, London.

The work includes use of transom door closers, pole handles and door handles from Alpro as part of the renovation of nineteenth-century warehouse buildings into a complex of offices, showrooms, exhibition space and a rooftop deck over 24,000 square feet.

The project extends across seven floors and the client gave all contractors a brief that the site should benefit from robust security but preserve a welcoming atmosphere and an aesthetic that respected the fabric of the original Victorian warehouses.

Alpro’s overhead transom closers provide a means of hydraulically controlling the opening and closing of aluminium doors and can have light, medium or heavy spring strengths to suit type of usage, with a 90-degree hold-open option. Transom closers are well suited for use at industrial heritage buildings such as the Fred Perry premises since the alternative options of spring hinges and floor springs often present problems with adjustment flexibility.

The IDF installation also includes Alpro’s Functional 98 Series pull door handles on internal doors. These are manufactured from 316-grade stainless steel and can be straight or offset. The handles are supplied with bolt-thru or back-to-back fixings as standard and powder or nylon-coated finishes to the user’s precise colour requirements. In this case a powder finish was chosen to match the framework.

The Fred Perry base is located on the corner of Mount Pleasant Street and Warner Street opposite the former Mount Pleasant sorting office. The many considerations for architects BuckleyGrayYeoman included preserving an iconic façade and working round plaques commemorating damage suffered by the building during World-War-II bombing. The interior fit-out including m & e systems was by Overbury and the base build contractor was Willmott Dixon. The new space was prepared to a demanding four-month deadline.

IDF Aluminium specialises in the design, manufacture and installation of aluminium doors. The door solutions are designed for use in commercial and public-sector environments where usage may be high but maintenance costs must be minimised.

The company has 30 years’ experience in the shop front and commercial door market. IDF Aluminium ensures a quality service by designing and fabricating all its doors and shop fronts in-house with no use of sub-contractors. The client portfolio covers transport, local government, healthcare and education from schools through to universities. This is IDF’s second heritage architecture project using Alpro equipment and follows works at Henry Wood House, a former BBC property in Marylebone.

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product and industry news

Stanley Security launches Stanley Onedoor smartphone based access control system with UK startup Doordeck

STANLEY Security, one of the most trusted names in the world of security, has partnered with Londonbased security start-up Doordeck to launch the Stanley OneDoor smartphone-based access control system.

Stanley OneDoor can be used with existing STANLEY access control products and rolled out to an entire building in under one hour, without the need for any new hardware.

Designed to be quick and simple to use, Stanley OneDoor removes the need for keycards and tags and all the management and associated costs that entails.

Instead, users gain access via their smartphones through the Stanley OneDoor App, ‘reading’ Stanley OneDoor tiles using either a QR code, via the app, or an NFC chip, just like Apple Pay and Google Pay. Highly flexible, the system is secured with bank-level encryption and can also be used with traditional cards and tags where required.

For STANLEY Security access control customers, Stanley OneDoor provides significant benefits with no capital expenditure. Instead, there is a competitively priced monthly subscription fee per door, with unlimited users. Furthermore, costs associated with managing an access control system are largely removed, making Stanley OneDoor even more costeffective. Access can be managed remotely, with no requirement to be present to issue a virtual key. All administration functions are also managed online and are comparable to existing systems.

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There are environmental benefits to be had from this approach as existing hardware is used rather than heading for landfill and plastic cards and tags become a thing of the past.

Stanley OneDoor is not only cost-effective and convenient but also highly secure: lost or misplaced keycards are a regular occurrence and represent a security threat. People are far more mindful of their Smartphone and, even if they are lost or stolen, remain more secure as fingerprint and facial recognition means the Stanley OneDoor app doesn’t fall into the wrong hands. For high-security sites, Stanley OneDoor can also be configured to use restricted wi-fi networks and GPS Geofencing as additional security layers. Plus, with immediately accessible usage logs and access data, administrators can see up-to-date statistics about who’s in their building and how it’s being used.

Matthew Marriott, General Manager for STANLEY Security Great Britain, considers OneDoor to be a breakthrough product in access control: “OneDoor is one of the first solutions to emerge from our new approach to product development. We are partnering with tech start-ups and companies at an early stage to bring refreshingly innovative technology to the market in a commercially viable form. We are pleased to be working with Doordeck on this project and are now in a position to take OneDoor to market.”

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Sensor intelligence In Security visited the UK offices of Hitachi to learn how one of their most innovative products is making society safer, more efficient and crime-free through infrared sensing that can report on our every movement while still preserving anonymity and privacy.

‘Time of Flight’ (TOF) might sound like your main concern while at an airport but it’s also an acronym at the heart of Hitachi’s 3D LiDAR (TOF) motion-sensing technology.

The 3D LiDAR is a point-by-point sensor that throws up to 30 frames of IR light per second at objects within a range of 0.7–10 metres.

At an immediate level, there can be a real-time reporting on the object’s dimensions to alert on unusual behaviour that may mean a person is committing a crime or is in distress. At a broader level, a

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sophisticated interface can extract data trends from the received light to give managers information about activity at their site.

As he demonstrated the sensors and related application programming interface (API), Hideki Hayashi, a Business Development Expert with Hitachi, told us: “Hitachi is achieving twin goals here that for our competitors would, by definition, be self-contradictory. 3D LiDAR produces unlimited data that is both aggregated and analyzed while at

the same time taking us away from the Surveillance State because the subjects are literally faceless and no cameras are involved.”

Hideki continued: “One of the most common questions that anybody in the security, safety and logistics fields asks themselves is: ‘How can I make the best possible decisions with the best possible data?’ The Internet of Things (IoT) is bombarding us with data but few products are allowing the filtering of information with the intelligence of our TOF sensors and API.”

So, what are the applications?

More or less unlimited but as this technology matures, Hitachi is initially concentrating on security, retail analysis and health & safety with particular focus on staff working in hazardous areas and elderly people living alone.

3D LiDAR excels in reporting on people flow in security applications.

Data from sensors can alert on atypical movement or loitering that might range from shoplifting to hostile reconnaissance by organized criminals. People-counting is a particular strength and an application where IR sensing out-performs video analytics since it is not fooled by visitors entering a venue two-abreast, in tight clusters or crossing each other’s paths just at the threshold.

3D LiDAR can report and alert on a limitless range of atypical behaviour that warrants concern by management. Use of lifts (elevators) is an obvious application; the sensors can sound an alert when maximum occupancy is reached and can also alert if a person’s posture suggests they have fallen or are in distress.

Posture analysis is at the core of Hitachi’s success with the product

in the field of care for the elderly who are living alone. A trip and fall is a simple occurrence to detect and the scenarios can be far more subtle, extending to creation of an alert if a person is more than usually sedentary or is not visiting the kitchen to prepare food. As with other applications, the individual’s dignity is not compromised since the technology is in no way image-based.

The ability of the product to report on complex, often sensitive patterns of behaviour without capturing an image or identifying the subject as a recognizable individual means that the technology can allay the legitimate concerns of citizen watchdog organizations who campaign about civil liberties.

Against the backdrop of CCTV usage that sees the average Londoner captured on video over 300 times a day, this IR-based sensing shows the corporate responsibility of Hitachi as it develops products that report on human behaviour to create a safer society but with appropriate checks and balances.

In the workplace, 3D LiDAR is a powerful add-on for access control and lone worker protection.

The practice of tailgating can be eliminated easily. The sensors can also detect and record the precise time that a worker enters an area (notably hazardous sections of a site) and ensure that he/she is sensed subsequently at points on a designated route.

So, what format does the data come in and how does it help facility managers and other stakeholders?

Data from the sensors is processed by an API that is the result of Hitachi’s collaboration with two major enterprise software companies.

Reports can be in any graphic format required, with heatmaps being the most popular.

The sophisticated graphic reporting with the ability to drill down through the data to observe the behaviour of sub-groups makes 3D LiDAR particularly valuable for the retail sector, notably with premium items such as consumer electronics.

Retailers install merchandized shelf edges with intelligent labelling (Intelligent LabelTM) and interactive content. Multiple TOF motion sensors then report on dwell-time as well as speed and direction of hand movement. ➔

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As he took us through some graphics, Hideki Hayashi stressed how granular the data can become.

“Retailers get details such as the fact that youngsters are dwelling at a display of iPads and testing the products while their parents are, say, dividing time equally between Mac and Microsoft items. It’s an eye-opener and, of course, product displays and store layout can be changed accordingly to maximize revenue.” Retail analysis can also be more basic, and at grocery stores with few staff and a reliance on self-scanning machines, 3D LiDAR sensors in baskets can check that the number of items selected by a shopper corresponds with the number of items eventually scanned.

A common retail application is using trends in the sensor data to make intelligent suggestions to the shopper about complementary products, a strategy that is proven to increase overall spend. Sensing and subsequently analyzing consumer behaviour does not end in-store. The sensors operate to seven metres.

Ten metres is already practicable and this will soon be the specified upper range as R&D staff continue to optimize the product. Dwell-time and speed of movement can therefore be measured as shoppers are walking past large-scale digital advertising within a shopping centre or on the street. Advertisers receive precise feedback on the effectiveness of

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an advert including dwell-time according to hour of the day and day of week.

Analyzing dwell-time is a crucial function of the technology and it has been used effectively at a recent installation in a modern art gallery within a Tokyo mega-complex.

Knowing how long visitors (or sub-sets within the general visitor profile) spend looking at a painting or sculpture helps gallery curators choose items and rationalize the layout.

3D LiDAR is adept at volumesizing for automating dimensional measurement. It can replace machine vision video cameras leading to cost savings and improvements in accuracy. A sensor mounted above the detection place can instantly measure an object.

The sensors and API have all the functionality to measure and report on common scenarios encountered in retail, leisure and industry. In the event that a niche sector has specific needs, Hitachi offers an SDK and will work with end-users or integrators to achieve unusual measurement objectives. Background subtraction requirements can vary according to environment and the SDK allows a fine-tuned approach when ambient movement or other distracting factors are non-standard.

Security installers, integrators and system designers should note that 3D LiDAR sensors have all

the mounting options you would associate with a camera. There are ceiling and wall-mounted variants and the sensors come in dust or water-proof enclosures to IP66 where ingress of contaminants is a factor. Some customers are using the sensors alongside analytics from video cameras for optimum information gathering.

Installers will appreciate that individual sensors connect to the hub via standard ethernet cable, and Power Over Ethernet (PoE) is an option. Retrospective ‘piggybacked’ installation on existing structured cabling is frequent practice.

The API used with 3D LiDAR allows remote operation, management and maintenance. Data is transferred to a Cloud server during the API’s analytical process. Hitachi will continue to work with software partners to make the already intuitive API even easier to use and more versatile.

Hitachi’s 3D LiDAR (TOF) shows the company’s flexible response to an ever-increasing demand for data from security officers, safety practitioners, retailers, healthcare professionals and even legislators.

Hitachi is proving agile in balancing commercial imperatives to drill down to analyse specific sub-groups against requirements to use data responsibly and protect anonymity.

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Security Essen 2018 preview Security Essen Becomes the Hotspot of the International Security and Fire Prevention Sectors

Leading Fair for Civil Security Focuses on Cyber Security From September 25 to 28, 2018, Security Essen will become the meeting place of the international security and fire prevention sectors.

The leading event will take place on Messe Essen’s modernised site for the first time, organised in a way appropriate for the market in six subject areas. In this respect, Security Essen will set standards with targeted focusing on digital security.

Exhibitors from the Cyber Security and Economic Security area will present their solutions in their own fair hall. In top-class conferences, experts will also pass on their knowledge relating to all aspects of this challenge which is becoming ever more urgent. For example,

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the Cyber Security Conference will be one new event.

Digital security technology is bringing more comfort but, at the same time, companies are making themselves vulnerable to attacks by hackers and data thieves. The damage caused by successful cyber attacks is considerable. The sectoral association dealing with IT crime, Bitkom, estimates that the total damage caused by IT-assisted crime in Germany amounted to around Euro 55 billion in 2017, with an upward tendency (+8 percent).

The new Cyber Security Conference at Security Essen in Hall 8 will deal with these problems and will concentrate on transferring knowledge and exchanging experience on all four days of

Security Essen. It is planned to include contributions which, in a form close to practice, will deal with situations relating to all aspects of digital security in the subject areas of “Chances & Risks of Cyber Security”, “Connected Building Security in the Building of the Future” as well as “Digital Possibilities for Identification”.

Information Technology Plays a Central Role in Security Solutions According to surveys by the IT insurer Hiscox, one successful cyber attack in Germany causes damage amounting to an average of Euro 46,000 per SME and Euro 342,000 in companies with more than 1,000 employees. In many cases, the damage may even run into the millions, right up to jeopardising

their existence. One important aspect of the Cyber Security Conference will be to use examples in order to highlight how security suppliers can ensure that their solutions do not include any potentially dangerous weak spots.

Many exhibitors at Security Essen 2018 will offer security solutions in which information technology plays a central role. Surveillance, analysis, communication and documentation are no longer conceivable without microprocessors, without software support and without network connection. Correspondingly, a lot of suppliers of classic security solutions are also focusing on the subject of cyber security. Not only with regard to their solutions offered to the customers but also in their

own interests since retrofitting requirements (e.g. because surveillance cameras are easy to hijack, hotel locking systems can be outsmarted or alarm systems can be sabotaged) are bad for their image and, in most cases, for the company results too.

Non-Stop Lecture Programme on All Security Subjects At the Public Security Forum in Hall 8, the visitors will experience digital security technologies for public spaces from the areas of sensors/ IoT, cyber security and surveillance.

The products and the solutions will be installed in four different building scenarios (town hall, school, hospital and library) and it will be possible to test them extensively. The target

group will consist of, in particular, municipal decision takers and planners of public spaces. Lectures and discussions will make the Public Security Forum complete.

At the Security Experts Forum in Hall 2, a continuous programme with more than 90 presentations will take place during the entire period of the fair. There, visitors will obtain information and solution ideas about all six subject worlds at the fair: Services, Access, Mechatronics, Mechanics and Systems, Video, Fire, Intrusion and Systems, Perimeter Protection as well as Cyber Security and Economic Security. The programme will start with an exciting keynote lecture every morning and will finish with a live demonstration in the evening. âž”

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EXHIBITION

Security Essen 2018 preview Security Essen Becomes the Hotspot of the International Security and Fire Prevention Sectors

Premiere for the Career Forum Security Essen’s Career Forum will be held for the first time on the first day of the fair, i.e. on September 25. In Hall 1, retrainees, students, trainees and graduates will encounter companies from the security industry. This Career Forum will concentrate exclusively on occupational fields and career opportunities in the security sector.

In this way, targeted and professional communication will be established between companies and job applicants. The Career Forum will be the ideal place to make contacts, develop networks or fill actual vacancies.

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Informed at All Times Security Essen will offer all the visitors a helpful app which will make their visits to the fair even more efficient. Amongst other features, it will include the latest list of exhibitors with booth numbers and contact data, an overview of the supporting programme as well as a hall plan for better orientation. Two weeks before the event, the app will be available for downloading free of charge from the Google Play Store (Android) or the Apple App Store (iOS).

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Security workforce innovation SmartTask enhances compliance and reporting capabilities to support security sector needs

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In Security thought it in recent months, SmartTask, the leading provider of employee scheduling and mobile workforce management software, has been working hard to add new tools designed specifically for the security industry. InSecurity thought it was an ideal time to catchup with CEO, Paul Ridden, to find out about these latest developments.

Advanced vetting compliance Following demand from the security sector, SmartTask has launched a BS7858 compliant vetting solution. SmartTask Vetting has been designed to ensure that security service providers are not overlooking this essential staff screening requirement, while following a consistent and approved process.

“We recognised a growing need for sophisticated and streamlined vetting procedures, especially as businesses are facing increasing demands from legal regulations such as 10 year working history, DBS checks, right to work and GDPR,” explains Paul Ridden, CEO of SmartTask. “As a result, we have designed the most comprehensive vetting, background checking and pre-employment screening compliance solution currently available for the security sector.”

The fully integrated solution will simplify and automate the complicated process of vetting employees. This will enable businesses to deliver straightforward and repeatable procedures that capture employee details, ensure they are tested, have the relevant history and confirm they have the skills required. It will also ensure that employees are made aware of any health and safety risks, as well as confirm they have signed the appropriate documentation to verify they have been trained to undertake the work.

SmartTask removes the need to store paper copies of certificates and identification documents , you can now store them electronically alongside the vetting record. It is even possible to use the camera in a smartphone or tablet to capture copies out in the field.

Using SmartTask vetting, businesses will now be able to undertake thorough background checks that meet the necessary standards – including BS7858 – so they are not vulnerable to the costs and risks associated with failed screening processes.

This will allow them to meet contractual expectations of new and existing clients, safely providing a range of personnel,

based on the nature of a location or required security clearance.

“By possessing the ability to manage employee onboarding – from the most basic skills requirements to highest levels of screening – security services providers can ensure that all employees are bonafide. This will enable these organisations to offer a very competitive and potentially greater value service to customers, while keeping employees happy, achieving added peace of mind and reducing administrative overheads,” adds Ridden.

Alternative to paper-based DOB As SmartTask’s portfolio of security customers has grown, the company has been increasingly asked to extend the functionality of the software to include an electronic Daily Occurrence Book (DOB). With most manned providers still using a paper-based solution, SmartTask quickly recognised the value of developing the first cloud-based alternative to a traditional DOB log.

Working closely with a number security service providers, SmartTask has introduced the Daily Occurrence Log (DOL) module, which can be operated from a PC, smartphone or tablet. According to Ridden: “SmartTask is using ➔

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the latest cloud-based technology to bring the DOB into the 21st century, while also removing the cost of providing, distributing and archiving paper-based logs.”

Creating an entry to the new DOL module is easy using either the keypad or for those less comfortable with keying in data, voice-to-text allows someone to speak into their SmartTask-enabled device and have it electronically transcribed. Entries can be consolidated across multiple sites and collated into a range of types – from high priority incidents to notable events and low priority information – as well as divided into user-defined sub-categories.

DOL makes it straightforward to generate reports for customers, while incidents can be escalated to a control room or management team with an automated alert. Not only that, pictures can be attached to entries directly from the camera of a smartphone or tablet, so image-based supporting evidence can be added to create a complete record of what has happened.

“Our DOL module provides a cost-effective replacement to the traditional paper DOB logbook, with the many advantages provided by being part of a cloud-based workforce management solution,” suggests Ridden. “In fact, when used in conjunction with the complete workforce management

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suite it delivers a powerful tool for communicating between your control room or the office and your teams in the field.”

Next generation patrol monitoring NFC has been around for a while now and is now widely used for Smartphone-based patrol monitoring solutions. “This technology is cost-effective and works well where close proof of presence is required and a mobile device can easily scan a strategically-placed tag,” explains Ridden. “However, there are scenarios where NFC just does not work, such as public spaces where tags can be removed or are not aesthetically acceptable, or simply cases where officers have their hands full or cannot physically get their smartphone out and find the tag.”

Tasked by a number of manned security businesses, the company explored what other affordable solutions are available to help overcome these issues. This also included looking at the potential for using the technology to identify when officers were diverting from their patrols including any areas they have been asked not to visit.

The research led SmartTask to introduce SmartBeacons, which use Bluetooth low-energy beaconing

technology to provide tags that have a range of around 30 feet.

While more expensive than NFC tags, they are not prohibitively so, and they are ideal where a security company wishes to confirm that an officer has been in an area without the need for them to find a tag.

“Our SmartBeacons can be mixed and matched in a patrol to complement NFC tags, providing a flexible way of confirming and monitoring patrols. We have even been able to configure the technology on Android devices, so the officer does not even have to take the Smartphone out of their pocket for us to detect they have passed within range of the tag,” concludes Ridden.

SmartTask is an advanced and simple-to-use employee scheduling and mobile workforce management solution that enables security companies to better plan and manage their workers, so they are at the right place, at the right time.

The software combines intelligent rostering, live monitoring and integrated proof of attendance across both static and mobile teams, making it the ideal tool to improve operational control, enhance customer satisfaction, and support duty of care to staff.

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Always be prepared Implementing GDPR-compliant video security equipment without difficulty – which functions are necessary?

The subject of GDPR is currently under intense scrutiny, and particularly regarding the use of video technology there is still much confusion about which requirements companies must satisfy. Uncertainty also reigns about which system functions are needed to be able to configure video security systems simply so that they conform to GDPR requirements.

Many end users are now realising that the new European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) does not itself contain any specific provisions for regulating video

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surveillance, and for this reason each company has its own idea of what constitutes GDPR-compliant implementation. It must also be assumed that, besides the continued absence of legal decisions and therewith a specific interpretation, differences with regard to video security may be expected in practice even within a given company – due to inconsistent decisions by the works councils, for example. Given this situation, greater significance is now also attached to data security in addition to data protection, since the purpose of data security is to

protect data that has been collected from being lost or manipulated.

Consequently, the following applies: No data protection without data security, and companies must comply with the GDPR in terms of both aspects. Many businesses then face the question as to which components are essential in order to be able to satisfy the requirements in specific terms. Manufacturers are offering various approaches, the data protection and data security module by Dallmeier for example offers 14 different components.

Data protection – protection of the rights of data subjects For purposes of data protection, the question revolves around how to implement appropriate technical and organisational measures as stipulated in GDPR Art. 25 in order to safeguard the principles of data protection and the rights of the data subjects. The module from Dallmeier contains four main components designed to address this question: 1. P ixellation of entire individuals with “People Masking“, which can be undone if necessary.

2. Setup of “Private Zones“ in the capture image, to make public areas invisible, for example. This concealment cannot be undone either live or in the recording.

3. Specification of the storage period for each individual camera and recording track to guarantee deletion upon fulfilment of purpose.

4. Rendering areas that are insignificant for legal data protection purposes visible with detailed, virtual 3D-simulation as early as the project planning stage.

In this way, it may be determined where the image quality does not allow individual identification and

so no personal data is produced.

On the other hand, functions such as People Masking can be planned in targeted manner in advance for areas that do have data protection implications.

Data security – protection of the personal data itself With regard to data security, Art. 32 of the GDPR stipulates that appropriate technical and organisational measures must be taken to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risk. In order to protect confidential and personal data from manipulation, loss or unauthorised access, the Dallmeier module offers the following functions: 1. The optional “dual control principle“ which requires the entry of two passwords for access to the recordings.

2. User group management with AD/ LDAP to control access rights.

3. A secure network authentication procedure according to IEEE 802.1X for protecting the network against unauthorized access.

4. End-to-end encryption with TLS 1.2 / 256 bit AES for protecting both the data and the video transmission between current Dallmeier systems.

5. S pecification of the recording time for each user group.

Images that are older than the set period cannot be analyzed.

6. Reliable detection and prevention of attempts to connect in the course of hacker attacks. If repeated attempts to connect are detected from an unknown IP address, the address is blocked automatically for an extended period.

7. The capability to use recording appliances as the security gateway to the video system.

In this way, the video network and the production network are separated from each other. This prevents unauthorized access, e.g., via outdoor cameras and reduces the network load.

8. Development of all hardware, software and firmware solutions in-house, thereby preventing any hidden access potential via backdoors, and hardened operating systems.

9. Failover and redundancy mechanisms against data loss.

10. LGC certification for preservation of evidence which satisfies all criteria governing admissibility as evidence in a ➔ court of law.

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Caution with GDPR-“conforming“ data protection certificates In general, the EU encourages the introduction of certifications and data protection seals specifically for the area of data protection, since they increase transparency and are intended to make it easier for companies to prove their compliance with the GDPR. However, there are a number of important points to bear in mind on this subject: Firstly, despite the two-year transition period, it was not possible to prepare any valid certifications confirming conformance with the requirements of the GDPR before 25 May 2018.

Secondly, no certifications are possible for products or services themselves, only for data processing processes. Thus for example, it is not possible for a surveillance camera to be “GDPR-compliant”.

With regard to certificates and data

protection seals, it must be born in mind that both the certifying office itself and the test procedures it offers must be officially accredited according to the GDPR for a data processing procedure. If not, these certificates have absolutely no legal effect regarding the GDPR. A “genuine” accredited certificate may be recognised for example by the corresponding logo of an official national accreditation body – in German for example this is the Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle, abbreviated to DAkks. Accreditation offices “test“ the testers, that is to say the offices which issue a certification or a data protection seal. Therefore, companies should make very sure that certificates and data protection seals are compliant with the GDPR and not waste money on “show certificates“.

A “genuine” accredited certificate may be recognised for example by the corresponding logo of an official national accreditation body – in German for example this is the Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle, abbreviated to DAkks.

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Conclusion: Good preparation is the best strategy Many inches of print and articles have been written about data protection law since 25 May 2018.

But its ultimate interpretation in practical application has by no means been decided definitively, and it will continue to be vigorously debated and defined by the national and European data protection supervisory authorities well after the end of 2018 – including a definitive ruling by the European Court on disputed points.

Accordingly, the best way for companies to proceed with regard to video security: Instead of relying on isolated, possibly “ornamentally certificated“ parts of a video security solution, it is more prudent to acquire the necessary equipment and procedures relating to data protection and data security in the overall field of video data processing so that business can respond as agilely as possible to the expected requirements.

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Lone worker safety Keeping a lone worker, a happy worker

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There is increasing focus on improving mental health in the workplace, with a growing expectation for employers to assist with the emotional and physical health of their staff.

Sometimes working alone can open up an employee to feelings of isolation from their employer and colleagues and in turn, these feelings of isolation can lead to depression, anxiety or stress. Anyone who has ever been a lone worker, freelanced, or regularly worked from home can identify with the feeling it brings and it can be easy to go from breakfast to dinner without speaking out loud to another soul, and this can be lonely.

But it is not only lonely, it can be bad for our mental health.

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) define work related stress, depression or anxiety as a ‘harmful reaction people have to undue pressures and demands placed on them at work’. The latest data sheet from HSE takes figures from the Labour Force Study and presents some eye-opening results on how stressed out we all are at work. In 2016/17, 526,000 workers reporting suffering from work-related stress,

depression or anxiety, and in the same year, it was estimated 12.5 million working days were lost due to mental health problems. This is not the total number of people suffering with mental health issues; that would be much higher.

It is important to remember that being a lone worker doesn’t always mean being alone. A lone worker can speak to service users and clients all day long, but this isn’t the same as company. Lone workers are also more likely to be assaulted, and are more vulnerable to injuries, illness, slips, falls, and aggression.

Of course, many of these risks should have been outlined in any businesses lone worker policy or risk assessment and measures put in place to reduce risks, but what a policy or assessment can’t do is judge the emotional impact working under the risks can have. Feeling fearful of risks whilst trying to do your job can be incredibly stressful and may lead to staff calling in sick, and in extreme cases, a high staff turnover. Get to the root cause of what is stressing your employees out and do your best to fix it.

Often, it can be down to a lack of

training or understanding of their role, both relatively simple things to fix. Lone workers can also suffer from the dreaded, “I’ll get in trouble if I don’t do it” mentality, which can lead to excessive workloads or staff putting themselves in dangerous situations, again major contributors to poor mental health. When we work under direct supervision, a colleague or a boss might notice that you have an unmanageable workload or that you are in a stressful situation. Left unchecked, a lone worker may not have the ability or confidence to say ‘no’ to more work or situations that don’t feel right.

Most sectors have some clients or service users who can sometimes be challenging or frustrating, but some sectors have customers who are volatile, can be objectionable, and have the potential to be dangerous.

Dealing with these types of clients alone can lead to higher stress levels, which can cause depression and anxiety. The most recent Labour Force Survey also did some number crunching and broke down their results on work-related stress, by category. They found that the professional occupations category ➔

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has a statistically significantly higher rate of work related stress, depression or anxiety than the rate for all occupations, with 2,010 cases per 100,000 workers, compared with 1,230 cases for all occupational groups. Looking more closely at the broad category of professional occupations they were able to assess which professions are driving the higher rate of work-related stress.

Nursing and midwifery, and welfare professionals had significantly higher rates of work-related stress, depression or anxiety than the rate for all occupational groups.

There has been a huge shift in the last decade towards employees taking responsibility for the mental health of their staff. There may already be mechanisms and policies within organisations to take advantage of and it is worth checking with HR departments to see what already exists. Having frank discussions with your employees is a good place to start, even if you don’t think any issues exist. Thankfully,

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there are also warning signs you can look out for if lone workers are not forthcoming or comfortable enough to talk about their problems.

Has anyone exhibited any signs that may be an indicator of work-related stress, such as irrational behaviour, lack of concentration or panic attacks?

The biggest warning sign is absenteeism in the workplace; are there any patters with certain individuals or groups? One way of getting an insight on the potential issue is by conducting a ‘return to work’ interview with all team members. Use these interviews to focus on possible stressors at work and discuss interventions and adaptions that can be made in the workplace. Here are four more ways you can act to lower stress or anxiety for lone workers: Limit the time they are lone working for: Consider reworking the rota so that staff regularly spend more time in the office, catching up on paperwork, planning, or engaging

in training.

Offer safety devices: Many employers choose to provide their lone workers with safety devices. It is a good way to help your employees feel protected and cared for. Peace of mind can go a long way towards reducing lone worker stress.

Be in contact: Have regular calls or skypes with your staff. The end of every day is a good start to ensure they can offload or discuss any concerns they have. Make the calls informal and light so it doesn’t feel like you are checking up on them.

Set up a counselling hotline: Some employers offer an independent counselling hotline to staff. Consider approaching HR to see if this is feasible. It is likely to reduce absence in the long run.

Alicia Mather is Director of Operations at First2HelpYou Ltd, members of the BSIA Lone Worker Section.

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Astute Electronics promises to deliver customers the best Quality, Service and Reliability.

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Barco designs and develops visualization solutions for the security market. With its own facilities for Sales & Marketing, Customer Support, R&D and Manufacturing in Europe, North America and Asia Pacific, Barco is active in more than 90 countries with 4,000 employees worldwide. Barco posted sales of 1.158 billion euro in 2013. www.barco.com/references

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Dealers are located in the US, Canada, Mexico, Latin and South America, Europe, Middle East, Australia and the Pacific Rim, and Nigeria amongst others. www.dsxinc.com

licensed, registered, and insured professional service, equipment, manufacturing and retail supply firm. Founded and staffed by former law enforcement officers and retired military personnel, we have grown to become a trusted and secure global provider. www.falken.us

A reliable networked visualization solution is indispensable to monitor, analyze, and share an ever increasing number of video and data sources all over the world. That is why Barco designed its networked visualization solution, the simplest and most flexible way to securely distribute any information to any location. The result: faster and smarter decision-making.

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Offer an extensive portfolio of innovative, high-quality, ergonomic products and systems for security, safety and communication. Our product range includes video surveillance systems with state-of-the-art IP-solutions, access control systems, intrusion detection systems, fire detection and evacuation systems, security management systems, paging and personal security systems and public address and conference solutions. www.boschsecuritysystems.com

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Paxton Access Ltd is a leading manufacturer of electronic access control systems. From its inception Paxton has aimed for engineering excellence. This means designing and manufacturing intelligent and innovative products that are fit for their purpose. We have become a market leader through our constant efforts to exceed the expectations of installers and system users. www.paxton.co.uk

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delivers the newest innovations, technologies and products. Honeywell is driven to maintain its position as an innovator and leading manufacturer, and invests continuously in R&D. Each of the product ranges regularly delivers new features and technological advancements, while maintaining a familiar user interface and backwards compatibility for ease of installation.

Honeywell is a world leading security business. www.security.honeywell.com

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Keytracker Ltd, Keyper House, Unit 3, Station Road, Rowley Regis, West Midlands, B65 0JY sales@keytracker.co.uk www.keytracker.com

Samsung Techwin is one of the fastest growing professional security brands in Europe. Providing a complete range of security solutions that are suitable for a wide range of applications, the company is dedicated to developing technology and products that its clients demand. www.samsungsecurity.com

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