Case Studies

Scaffolding compliance

by Mark Rowe

Featured in the February print issue of Professional Security is the new NSI Code of Practice for the design, installation and maintenance of scaffolding alarm systems (NCP 115) has been announced by the National Security Inspectorate (NSI). The first UK organisation to comply with the code is Panthera Group, which provides scaffolding alarms and site security. The London based firm has been awarded NACOSS Gold approval under NSI’s new scope of approval for scaffolding alarm systems.

NCP 115, developed by NSI, and introduced in January 2013, provides according to the inspectorate a benchmark to which scaffold alarm systems providers can now aspire and adhere. The scaffold alarms sector was without any form of voluntary regulation or industry-specific standards prior to the code leaving the way the inspectorate adds for poor standards of workmanship and malpractice.

Working with NSI over months during the pilot phase, Panthera laid bare its practices and procedures to NSI by being audited by the Inspectorate, enabling the new code to be robustly tried, tested and refined.

NSI Chief Executive, Jeff Little, OBE, said: “The introduction to market of NCP 115 has enormous ramifications particularly for the security, construction, insurance and health and safety sectors. The UK now has an industry-specific benchmark which may be specified by those with a vested interest in the security and safety of domestic, commercial, public and historic properties, whether void or occupied. The specification of NCP 115 will undoubtedly help to mitigate risk during periods of vulnerability when work on a property, such as construction, maintenance and renovation, is being carried out and scaffolding is present. NCP 115 breaks new ground in a sector previously devoid of Standards and best practice and I applaud Panthera Group for leading the way in this niche security sector. Their NACOSS Gold approval with NSI is very well deserved and I wish them every success in their future.”

Neal James, Managing Director of Panthera Group said: “The new NCP 115 Code of Practice should at last provide a much needed industry benchmark, raise installation standards and hopefully eliminate some serious malpractice that this industry has become accustomed to. NCP 115 will provide reassurance to companies and individuals who specify scaffolding alarm systems. It will also assist them in their ‘duty of care’ to clients and residents, whilst helping to mitigate their risk in the event of a burglary or worse. Prior to becoming a NACOSS Gold approved scaffold alarm company, Panthera Group were approved by another certification body. My company and I have been so impressed with the entire NSI approval process, it has confirmed our decision to approach NSI. Professional, knowledgeable, friendly and a passion for development and progression of their own organisation, these have all been key components to a very robust, but ultimately rewarding process of becoming a NACOSS Gold approved company.”

Further information:

To obtain a copy of NSI Code of Practice NCP 115 email Tony Weeks, NSI Head of Technical Services at [email protected].

For specification and tender enquiries contact Chris Pinder, NSI External Affairs Director at [email protected]

Related News

Newsletter

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay on top of security news and events.

© 2024 Professional Security Magazine. All rights reserved.

Website by MSEC Marketing