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Why should I have a scaffold alarm for my site?
With Scaffolding alarms becoming more in demand due to theft’s, insurance claims and personal injury, clients are beginning to recognise that securing the scaffolding is a key priority in today’s society.

Not only does the alarm protect the building from theft of expensive materials, but also has the increased benefit of health and safety.

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Security – Easy access to valuable assets inside buildings and other external area’s such as roofs and adjoining properties.

Health & Safety – Children & Adult members of the public climbing the scaffolding with high potential for falls leading to injury or loss of life.

Insurance & Liability – Building & Contents cover may be void or increased significantly while the scaffolding is in place without additional protection.

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Should I let my insurance company know that I am having scaffolding erected?
Yes, you should always contact your insurer to make them aware. You should include a schedule of the dates the scaffold will be erected, a schedule of the duration period the scaffold will be in place and what areas you are intending to alarm.

When scaffolding is erected and a scaffold alarm hasn't been installed, the current insurance policies in place can become null and void. Upon request we can issue you with an Insurance Approved Compliance Certificate to pass on to your insurance provider to ensure adequate insurance is kept in place.​

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What area on my scaffolding should be alarmed?
As a minimum requirement the SSAIB Code of Practice SS2006 stipulates that the entire first vulnerable level of scaffolding is fully protected by the way of Infrared Photoelectric Beam Sensors and Dual Tech PIRs, this includes the ends of the scaffolding. However depending on the size, shape and other factors including flat roofs, neighbouring high walls etc additional sensors maybe required for complete protection.

SSAIB

COMPLIANT

What is SSAIB?

SSAIB - Security Systems and Alarms Inspection Board (UK) Is the leading certification body for organisations providing security systems, fire detection, alarm systems, telecare systems, manned services and monitoring services.

What does SSAIB mean for you?

All our systems are designed, installed, maintained and repaired to the SSAIB Code of practice SS2006 (alarm systems intended to detect unauthorised access to scaffolding) and signal alarm conditions to a NSI Gold Approved ARC (Alarm Receiving Centre) complying with BS EN 50518

This scheme is recognised by insurers and SSAIB is accredited to operate it by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS).

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Why use a SSAIB certified scaffold alarm installer?

All scaffold alarm systems are insurance approved and an Insurance Approved Compliance Certificate can be provided (upon request) to pass on to your insurance provider to ensure adequate insurance is kept in place

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Failure to use a SSAIB certified company may result in insurance cover becoming null and void.

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THE ONLY SSAIB CERTIFIED COMPANY FOR SCAFFOLD ALARM SYSTEMS IN THE NORTH OF ENGLAND.

HOW

IT WORKS

What Equipment is Used?

Scaffold Alarm Systems generally comprise of Quad Active Point to Point Infrared Photoelectric Sensors & Dual Tech PIRs.

Where are sensors installed?

Sensors are installed at the first vulnerable lift of scaffolding creating an active alarmed perimeter around the building or structure.

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Will We Get Many False Activations?

Sensors have been specifically designed for external outdoor use and as a result are virtually immune to false alarms usually caused by wildlife, bad weather and loose construction materials.

What Happens When An Alarm Activates?

Once an alarm activation is triggered, a 110db Siren will sound instantaneously for a duration of 2min - 15min (dependent on client’s specification), simultaneously to this a grade 2 encryption DualCom signalling device will send a signal to a NSI Gold Approved Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC) complying with BS EN 50518 which in turn contacts the designated key holder.   

The alarm will reset and re-arm automatically after the predetermined period. It will record the date & time of any activity that caused activation.

How Do We Arm/Disarm The System?

An onsite keypad allows the supervisor to disarm the device when workers are present. The supervisor then can set the alarm at the end of the day and on weekends when scaffolding is unattended.