Security Focus Vol 33 No 9

Contents page SERVING THE SOUTH AFRICAN SECURITY

Cover Story

INDUSTRY FOR 33 YEARS

Features 10 Special Feature:

Information Security

Security has typically been, and continues to be, one of the major areas of concern for organisations contemplating a move into the cloud, and for good reason.

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In this issue, Vixnet announces a new partnership agreement with Ctrack, which will offer Ctrack customers one of the most advanced and pro-active jamming detection services available in South Africa; and GRW explains how a Hikvision sytem is protecting its premises against unauthorised access, as well as monitoring its large, modern production facilities.

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Omega Risk Solutions explains why its integrated

approach to security is solidifying its reputation as South Africa’s leading motor manufacturing security solutions provider.

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Celebrating industry heroes.

6 News

SASA clarifies Sectoral Determination 6.

18 Company News • WestconGroup partners with Paxton.

• Ideco joined Fujitsu World Tour.

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SAPS killings unacceptable.

29 Association News

A Word from the Chairman.

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Celebrating industry heroes

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arlier this month I was, once again invited to join the Security Industry Alliance’s (SIA) Annual Crime Prevention Awards evening. This is one of those industry events I have always thoroughly enjoyed.

In our country, the media has not always been very kind to the private security industry.

In addition, the mainstream media and public do not always have a comprehensive insight into the complexities governing the industry.

While investigative journalists are quick to expose wrongdoing by a few individuals, many of whom are operating illegally in any case, I never see those same media members examining some of the good news stories.

According to SIA, it received more than 600

individual nominations for extraordinary acts of bravery demonstrated by security officers both on and off duty.

After what I am quite sure was a long and difficult) process of elimination, SIA identified more than 96 recipients, a record number since the initiative was instituted more than four years ago.

It is indeed a great pity we don’t see more documentaries, or even a mention on the news, about the security officer who single-handedly arrested nine copper theft cable thieves, the security officer who was shot three times in an attempt to protect the assets in his vehicle, the officer who pulled no less than nine people from two burning vehicles and saved their lives, the security officers that rescued a woman from a hijacking in progress, the officer who although savagely assaulted in the process still managed to overpower his attacker, the ones who put their lives at risk by going undercover to investigate criminal activity, or those that hand in millions of rands worth of the stolen items that they have recovered.

I also noted on how many occasions security officers who were actually off duty at the time of identifying an incident, still followed their instinct to serve and protect.

We walk past these men and women dayafter-day and although we may greet them and engage in idle chit chat, many of us have no concept of what they face on a daily basis.

Many of us will never know about the level of quick thinking and action they had to take when staring down the barrel of a gun, or how they managed to overcome an attack by five panga-wielding criminals.

It is, therefore, such an honour and a privilege to hear these stories, shake the hands of some of these heroes, and, most importantly, thank them for what they do.

A special thanks to SIA for initiating and continuing with this fantastic initiative, to those security companies who take the time and effort to participate and submit those nominations – and to the actual nominees and recipients themselves – no words can adequately express the admiration.

The security industry itself

still faces a massive hurdle. This month, it was reported that the implementation of the Private Security Industry Regulations Amendment Act could lead to a 10 per cent decline in South African exports to the US and European Union.

This is according to economist, Roelof Botha.

Presenting an economic impact of the mooted legislation, currently before the president, he says the decline in exports would, in turn, reduce gross domestic product by R133,4 billon, and result in a combined tax loss of R52 billion.

The legislation, if implemented in its current form, will force foreign-owned private security firms to sell 51 per cent of their companies to South Africans.

Government introduced the ownership clause amid fears that foreign ownership in the industry posed security threats.

In its motivation for the tighter regulation of the private security industry, government has cited various problems associated with the growth of private security companies. These include lack of accountability for firearms in possession of members of the industry, criminality in its ranks, and the growth of foreign ownership.

The act will affect major security companies such as ADT, Securitas, G4S and Chubb. Mr Botha says the clause in the act is an enemy of the South African economy and could result in South Africa breaching international trade obligations such as the General Agreement on Trade in Services and African Growth Opportunity Act. The envisaged 10 per cent decline in South African exports would be as a result of trade retaliation. The US and European Union are South Africa’s biggest trading partners.

Mr Botha added that the act is not conducive to investment and job creation in an industry that employs 455 510 people. He says the legislation heightens the risk of doing business in South Africa and could discourage foreign investment in other sectors as well.

Costa Diavastos, president of SASA and executive member of the SIA board also commented, adding that the industry has continuously engaged with government on this matter and will continue to lobby government.

Andrea Müller Editor andrea@writescene.co.za

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NEWS

SASA clarifies Sectoral Determination 6

By Tony Botes, Administrator, SASA

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he new Sectoral Determination 6: Private Security Sector, as contained in government gazette 39156, and effective as from 1 September 2015, has been loaded onto the SASA website at www. sasecurity.co.za, with a link on the home page, as well as on the SASA Facebook page, Security Association of South Africa, both downloadable as a PDF file.

Because of literally hundreds of enquiries, please note the following changes: 1. A new addition, clause 1(2)(b), now specifically deems self-employed security officers, SESOs, another name for independent contractors, as well as other similar practices, to be employees, with all of their rights in terms of SD6 and the BCEA. This will, at long last, close a gap in the legislation. If read in conjunction with clauses 18 and 20, this makes total sense.

2. The new salary scales are reflected as monthly figures only. This is because,

as far back as 2003, it was negotiated that all employees will be remunerated on a monthly paid basis and no longer as hourly paid labourers. This, in effect, means that all employees will receive a guaranteed monthly salary.

3. You may only use the “hourly equivalent wage” figure for the following – • To deduct from the monthly salary in respect of time not worked, • As a basis for calculating overtime and time worked on Sundays and public holidays.

4. There is a formula in clause 3(5)(b) for the calculation of the “hourly equivalent wage”, but remember that you may not use this to calculate basic earnings.

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5. It is the employer’s responsibility to fully utilise the employee to the statutory limitation per day and per week (12 hours and 48 hours respectively for security officers and 9 hours and 45 hours respectively for other categories of employee). If you, as employer, under utilise the employee they are still entitled to their guaranteed monthly “ordinary salary”.

6. The formula for the calculation of the annual bonus has changed, as it is now

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based solely on the employee’s salary as at the date that it falls due and no longer on the rate of remuneration in each individual month.

7. All employees are entitled to 21 consecutive days (3 weeks) annual leave and a formula to calculate annual leave pay has now been included in the determination, as there has been ongoing confusion as to the correct entitlement.

In short, using the formula in clause 9(14), you will determine that an employee who works his 48 hours per week will be entitled to a total of 144 hours of leave pay, which equates to 12 X 12 hour shifts or 18 X 8 hour shifts, etc.

8. An employee with two years uninterrupted service with the same employer will receive, yearly thereafter, three additional days leave (and leave pay).

9. Every employee is now entitled to new footwear, free of charge, upon joining the company, as well as periodically thereafter.

10.The cleaning allowance, if you require the employee to clean and maintain his uniform in his own time, has increased to R30 per month, with a pro rata calculation in instances that the employee does not work, such as leave, absenteeism, etc. n

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Omega’s integrated approach to industry-focused security As South Africa recognises Transport Month this October, Omega Risk Solutions is demonstrating why its integrated approach to security is solidifying its reputation as South Africa’s leading motor manufacturing security solutions providers.

A new approach to security Omega Risk Solutions was initially established by a consortium of risk management experts who were passionate about providing exceptional, highquality, manned security solutions to their clients.

This traditional model has undergone significant enhancements over time. Today Omega is a 60 per cent black-owned consortium with a level 2 BBBEE rating that provides advanced integrated security solutions, which are carefully designed to best address the specific challenges faced by selected target markets, enhance these clients’ operations, and ultimately contribute towards their business success.

These markets include: Oil and Gas, Mining, Retail, Aviation, Maritime, Hospitality, Financial Institutions, City Surveillance, Residential Estates and Motor Manufacturing.

“Omega’s business philosophy is based on gaining a thorough understanding of client requirements in order to present them with innovative, high-quality and cost-effective solutions,” says Roy Rawlins, Managing Director of Omega Risk Solutions. “As a result, Omega has set the benchmark by moving away from the typical one-dimensional service approach towards more holistic solutions that encompass the application of both manpower and technology into carefully designed solutions that best meet the unique risk challenges faced by specific industries.

The Omega Risk Solutions vision is to be the most respected supplier of integrated security solutions to all blue chip clients in its target markets.

Omega has therefore adopted a unique five-tiered model towards integrated security solutions. This encompasses: The integration of security activities, the integration of related services, the integration of technology equipment, the integration of information and intelligence, as well as the integration of skills.

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Industry-focused security for motor vehicle manufacturing The South African Automotive Industry is one of the country’s most important manufacturing sectors with major multinationals using South Africa to source both components and fully assembled vehicles for the local and international market.

With this in mind, motor vehicle manufacturers are increasingly recognising the benefits of an integrated security and risk management solution that not only protects people and assets, but more importantly, directly contributes towards improved standards and production costs in this highly competitive industry.

“Our five-tiered model enhances the management and control of the sub-security systems through various technology platforms,” says Rawlins.

“By designing customised solutions based on the five tiers, we are able to meet the distinctive requirements of each client,” he says. “This can be demonstrated by what we have accomplished with some of our current motor vehicle manufacturing clients.”

Still shifting expectations at Nissan South Africa Omega Risk Solutions has been responsible for securing the Nissan South Africa premises in Rosslyn, Pretoria since 2004. Over the years this security solution has evolved into a total integrated solution, incorporating access and egress control, alarm monitoring, signal verification, armed response, CCTV cameras, fire management, as well as a loss control function through an intelligent integration platform. This is situated in the Nissan Off-site Integrated Surveillance Centre (ISC).

All security elements are integrated into a sophisticated single interface, enabling effective security management. The system has proven its

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worth as a value added tool that simplifies the risk management process through proactive monitoring and immediate reaction to threats or incidents.

The Nissan Off-site (ISC) lies at the core of the operations and is manned by highly-skilled Omega officers specialising in identifying and tracking suspicious human behaviour.

“The Omega security team’s success rate has been phenomenal in proactively detecting, reacting and preventing loss or damage to Nissan people and property,” says Ron Barrie, of Nissan South Africa. “We are currently in the process of extending technology further into the production process that will have a direct impact on loss control as well as the health and safety management of the production line. This will integrate Omega even further in the value chain process,” adds Mr Barrie.

True business partners Omega Risk Solutions has been the preferred security and fire services provider to General Motors South Africa (GMSA) for the past nine years. In fact, some of the members of Omega’s management team were among those initial employees who formed part of the GMSA outsourced security department, back in the early 1990s.

“For a successful service to be delivered in respect of any security services provider it is essential that they are a true business partner to the organisation that they service. It is only when they act proactively and in the interest of their client that the true value of their contribution is realised,” says Luaneta Logie, Human Resources Manager for General Motors South Africa.

“In this regard, Omega Risk Solutions, are so much more than just another contractor. We have seen time and again how they commit and totally integrate themselves to form part of our in-house risk department.”

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Information is critical to integrated security solutions Omega believes that an integrated security system is more than just the application of security officers and technology. It’s reporting and management functionality must be customised to provide various levels within the organisation with the required information and trends to effectively manage risk.

Core to the Omega motor manufacturing industry service offering is the introduction of an extended version of the Online Intelligence system. This software solution offers risk departments within the motor manufacturing industry a customised and workable management platform for all integrated systems.

According to Jan Botha, owner and director of Online Intelligence, the Online Intelligence platform centralises command and control, and effectively communicates crucial information at different levels within the security management structure.

“Through this process, the system builds valuable business intelligence that can then be data-mined for analysis purposes,” he says.

Omega will shortly expand this facility to clients in an App format that will make the seamless management of information available at the press of a mobile phone button.

Welcome BMW South Africa This year, Omega Risk Solutions is pleased to announce that in line with its strategic vision to expand its market share within the vehicle manufacturing market, it has recently signed a new contract agreement with BMW South Africa.

Omega’s contract includes two BMW South Africa sites in Midrand, as well as the BMW plant in Rosslyn, which is responsible for manufacturing the luxurious BMW 3-Series sedans for the local and international markets.

“BMW has always followed a very stringent approach to security for the motor manufacturing industry,” says Lyon Pretorius, Head of the security operations at BMW South Africa, who adds that BMW is currently in the process of implementing a customised intelligent PSIM (physical security management information system).

“For BMW it must provide a platform designed to specifically integrate multiple unconnected security applications and devices, in order to control them through one comprehensive user-interface,” says Mr Pretorius. “It must collect and correlate events from existing disparate security devices and information systems (video, access control, sensors, analytics, networks, building systems, etc.). This should empower personnel to identify and proactively resolve situations and incidents.”

When it comes to security and risk management, BMW South Africa has gained a reputation for its non-negotiable approach to safety and security. Mr Pretorius adds that BMW have evaluated various vendors and suppliers to find the best partners in providing an integrated security solution and are proud of the partnership that has been established with Omega Risk Solutions today.

Closing the training gap With a significant focus on skills integration at the core of Omega’s operations, the skills integration process is facilitated by the recently established Omega Training Academy, a state-of-the-art training institution aimed at addressing inconsistencies in current private security training standards.

As such, the Academy provides motor manufacturing industry-specific training at all levels that are inclusive of skills training, supervisory training and management development programmes. The training modules are carefully designed and developed in conjunction with some

of the major role players in the motor manufacturing industry and tailored to provide industry-specific knowledge and skills transfer.

Training courses include Advanced Surveillance Skills, Criminal Behaviour Identification Skills and Advanced Searching Skills, Occupational Health and Safety Training, Certificate in Health and Training in the Workplace.

The Omega Training Academy has been certified by the International Training Standards Authority, City and Guilds, and its qualifications are internationally recognised. “We continuously strive to enhance all training and development aspects within the Omega Group of Companies,” says Mr Rawlins.

Working towards its mission Since every client has unique requirements, Omega approaches every project holistically, but also individually. The client is presented with a distinctive, sustainable solution that encompasses strategic assessment, integration, customisation and quality.

“Finally, we place great emphasis on the value of relationships,” says Mr Rawlins. “Taking the time to learn as much as possible about the environments in which our customers operate and designing our solutions to meet their needs is what will ultimately help us to achieve our vision,” he concluded. n

Tel: 012 361 0620 Fax: 012 361 0618 Email: mail@omegasol.com Website: www.omegasol.com

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Securing the cloud layer by layer Security has typically been, and continues to be, one of the major areas of concern for organisations contemplating a move into the cloud, and for good reason.

By AJ Hartenberg, portfolio manager: Data Centre Services at T-Systems in South Africa

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ecurity breaches can have farreaching consequences that could cripple a business, and legislative compliance issues add further complications.

However, security challenges, particularly regarding the public cloud, have led to a misconception that a private cloud is the most secure offering.

The perception that the private cloud is less vulnerable to security breaches is a risky one, as the reality is that the cloud, like any IT environment, is only as secure as it is made to be.

Outsourcing to a specialist cloud provider, on the other hand, carries significantly reduced risk, as these providers have more extensive resources and expertise, and often are at the forefront of security practices.

Securing the cloud, whether this is private or outsources, requires a layer-by-layer approach to minimise vulnerability. Whether organisations opt for the private model, or

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take the decision to outsource to a specialist, there are many security factors that need to be considered.

One of the very first security aspects, and one that is so simple it is often overlooked, is access rights to elements within the actual cloud platform.

If user IDs and passwords are not secure, the entire environment could potentially be compromised, if the underlying platform is not secure with relevant security measures.

If users have access to areas they should not, vulnerabilities are created. As a result, the first layer of cloud security should be to create stringent rules around passwords, from characteristics of the password to enforcing regular password changes, to ensuring appropriate levels of access for users.

In addition, it is essential to apply different levels of security at different stages within the cloud platform, to secure all layers from the physical environment to the various cloud components. This includes the hypervisor layer, which incorporates a variety of different components that must be secured.

In addition, the different layers should be

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segregated to prevent users from being able to penetrate from one area to another or break out of the various layers.

Securing network access is also essential, including aspects such as Intrusion Prevention Services (IPS), properly configured firewalls, network switch configuration and more.

These elements are similar to those required to secure any IT environment, however, the cloud serves to exacerbate the problems of not having adequate security.

In a cloud environment, the entire system is at risk if security is ineffective, and in fact practically all systems are easily accessible if passwords can be hacked, traced or broken.

This is why segregation is so important – to ensure that even if one system is breached, the entire system is not compromised.

If this is not done correctly, a single misplaced or unsecured password could result in a person with malicious intent accessing everything from HR and finance to sensitive company information and strategic documentation.

End user passwords remain the single most overlooked element of security, and

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must be secured.

In addition, organisations should ensure that strict operating system access rights are applied to ensure users cannot access file systems they do not need to access.

This needs to be implemented at a file level, with permissions to read, write, create files and so on, to minimise damage should a breach occur.

Access to applications should be controlled via two-factor authentication – using a password as well as an additional means of clarification – and access rights should only be granted as necessary.

For example a marketing employee does not need to access HR or finance applications, so they should not be able to do so. Furthermore, application identities should not be generic.

Each employee should have their own ID to access applications, to ensure greater levels of security and control.

Policies, procedures and processes also need to be put into place to ensure security.

Standard policies need to govern access and application rights and roles defined per user:

if a user has a certain role, they need a certain level of access to certain applications.

This policy should drill down to a specific and granular level per user.

Procedures need to be repeatable and ensure that all security aspects are governed and not overlooked. Processes too must be streamlined and repeatable, and people need to be made aware of these processes to ensure they can be followed.

This in turn aids in compliance as it simplifies auditing with documented, signed and repeatable policies, processes and procedures.

Security, particularly when it comes to the cloud, is a complex task that, when considered at this level, is often too complex for many organisations to adequately assure using inhouse skills.

As a result, utilising a specialist cloud provider can be of enormous benefit in ensuring all of the elements of security are put into place and in reducing risk.

Cloud service providers have greater access to resources, making it easier for them not only to ensure adequate security, but also to

identify a breach and take proactive measures to prevent a breach happening.

Outsource providers have a stringent approach to security with regular audits and penetration testing, to ensure segregation of layers is in place.

Furthermore, they are often at the forefront of security due to close relationships with vendors that underpin cloud computing, including hypervisor vendors.

Securing the cloud is a complex task that can have significant negative consequences if ineffectively addressed. From standard security such as firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention, anti-virus and encryption operating systems and applications, there are many aspects and layers to consider.

In addition, passwords are vitally important, but are something that is very often overlooked.

Partnering with a specialist cloud provider can assist organisations to ensure their cloud IT infrastructure and services are adequately secured, so that they can leverage the benefits without falling prey to the pitfalls of a security breach. n

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SpecialFeature:TransportSecurity

Vixnet teams up with Ctrack

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ixnet, South Africa’s only wide area Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) Technology provider, has announced that it has signed a new partnership agreement with Ctrack, one of South Africa’s leading vehicle tracking and fleet management intelligent solutions specialists.

According to Clinton Lemmer, head of security business development at VixNet and Hein Jordt, managing director of Ctrack, the result of this agreement will offer Ctrack customers one of the most advanced and pro-active jamming detection services available in South Africa to date.

“We are pleased to announce that VixNet will be working closely with Ctrack to offer Ctrack customers state-of-the-art antijamming technology with the advantage of our proprietary, secure, bi-directional data communications network,” says Mr Lemmer.

“Our agreement with Ctrack is to provide them with the back-end technology while they focus on the marketing, installation and monitoring of their own customer base,” he says.

“Our agreement with VixNet provides the platform to supply our customers with an enhanced jamming mitigation solution,” says Mr Jordt.

“This is the ideal solution for our fleet customers, in particular, that are working with high-risk loads as it provides detection of any jamming devices in the vicinity, which means that armed response or reaction services can be notified before an incident

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takes place,” he says.

Both Mr Lemmer and Mr Jordt acknowledge that many customers have become disillusioned with other so-called anti-jamming service providers who are unable to deliver on their product promises.

However, they believe that when it comes to VixNet’s DSSS technology, it’s easy to win the sceptics over when they have the opportunity to witness the effectiveness of the system being demonstrated in a real life scenario using real jammers.

The VixNet bi-directional data communications network guarantees signal delivery using its own in-house designed radio transceivers. The network uses DSSS technology, which does not rely on any other format, such as GSM, to communicate.

DSSS cannot be jammed and has four signal acknowledgement stages to ensure that all signals are delivered to respective recipients.

Furthermore, it is designed to transmit out of difficult RF noisy areas and can penetrate through concrete, making it ideal for city, retail and financial institution environments.

Ctrack currently boasts a stolen vehicle tracking and recovery rate of more than 90 per cent, making it a valuable risk mitigation partner to individual consumers and companies wanting to manage assets and personal risk.

Ctrack specialises in the research, design, development, manufacturing, sales and support of technologically-advanced GPS/ GSM fleet management and vehicle tracking

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with a range of products based on the latest location methods.

Ctrack works in partnership with its customers to develop solutions that deliver measurable business and operational benefits by providing total visibility and control of mobile workforces.

Ctrack offers a range of unique solutions for fleet management, asset tracking, transport or workforce tracking and continuously monitors that each unit is fully functional.

According to Mr Lemmer, VixNet is progressively expanding into new data communications markets with national business partners and manufacturers.

VixNet also continues to expand on its range of products, including transceivers, a new range of radios with a lower network cost for the alarm security market, as well as enhanced software options that allow customers to manage their alarm systems more efficiently.

This new jamming detection solution will include many of Ctrack’s other product advantages, including direct contact to vehicle drivers, notification of the driver entering a high-risk area, and notifying the company immediately of any incident that may have taken place.

“We look forward to rolling out this new partnership with Ctrack over the next year,” says Mr Lemmer. “And trust wholeheartedly that customers will appreciate this pro-active approach, which provides even greater asset risk protection,” he concluded. n

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WestconGroup partners with Paxton Addition of Net2 Entry systems helps IT service providers augment cybersecurity sales with physical security solutions for optimal enterprise protection

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estconGroup Southern Africa – a leading value-added global distributor of security, unified communications and collaboration, network infrastructure and data centre solutions, is now offering the next generation of Net2 Entry systems by vendor partner Paxton.

The enhanced solutions allow WestconGroup installers and integrators to deploy more effective security standards, policies and procedures through physical security solutions designed to bolster current cybersecurity designs.

Paxton’s line of access control systems is the latest addition to the Westcon Security Solutions practice, which arms solution providers with the training, education and technologies to succeed in today’s fastevolving business marketplace.

Paxton, a UK market leader in electronic IP access control and door entry equipment, launched two new panels and released an update for the Net2 Entry system that will

enable enhanced door entry functionality for versatile security and building management.

The new Net2 Entry panels will replace Paxton’s current offering. The latest versions feature MIFARE technology, an innovative and intuitive panel interface and pan/tilt camera functionality for the ultimate security solution.

“As the lines between cybersecurity and physical security continue to blur, solution providers look to Westcon for insight that can ideally position them as trusted business advisors with their customer base,” said Andrew Potgieter, security solutions director at WestconGroup Southern Africa. “Paxton’s Net2 Entry system has various new features, including a versatile grouping feature that enables smarter management of multi-tenant buildings and gated perimeter sites.

Additionally, it has improved SIP compatibility allowing more sites to enjoy the flexibility of answering their door remotely, from a SIP-enabled smart device or handset, giving users security and freedom.”

Providing the Advanced Security Customers Need Westcon Security Practice connects specialty vendors to solution providers focused on providing leading security solutions. The practice helps drive success globally by offering high-value expertise and innovation for solution providers and vendors through business enablement, demand generation and thought leadership.

For 30 years, WestconGroup has partnered with the top names in IT security, allowing solution providers to drive new business via the market’s most innovative security portfolios.

WestconGroup guides solution providers to profitability, allowing customers to secure

what matters most.

From evaluation, pre-design and planning to technical enablement, WestconGroup offers the support necessary to ensure partners thrive in the challenging business environment.

Advanced Features of Net2 Entry System The new Net2 Entry panels are available in two variations, standard and vandal resistant. The slim-line standard panel has a high-contrast backlit keypad that will complement a sleek and stylish office space.

The vandal-resistant panel is perfect for industrial or mining environments as is made from corrosion resistant 316L marine-grade stainless steel with an impact resistance rating of IK10 to withstand even the harshest environment. Key features include: • Three components that plug together.

• Units that auto-detect for easy plug-andplay installation.

• System that expands using industry standard Ethernet switches.

• Built-in Net2 access control.

• Multi-format proximity reader that reads Paxton and MIFARE token technology.

• SIP-compatibility, so door can be answered from smartphone, tablet or PC. • Grouping feature that enables smarter management of multi-tenant buildings.

• Pan/tilt camera functionality that captures angled view for a diverse range of locations.

• Intuitive user interface for secondary ONVIF-compliant camera integration.

• Intruder alarm integration for ultimate convenience.

• Video voicemail.

• Easy scalability to 100 door panels, 1 000 monitors and 50 000 users. n

Ideco joined Fujitsu World Tour Ideco Biometric Security Solutions presented “Biometrics: Creating certainty through identity” at the Fujitsu World Tour, one of the largest world-wide ICT roadshows in September at The Forum (The Campus) in Bryanston, Johannesburg.

More than 10 000 ICT experts from across the globe attended the different events.

Over the past 10 years, Ideco says it

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has assisted hundreds of organisations to improve their business processes and, in turn, mitigated their risk and increased their profitability.

As a pioneer of biometrics in South Africa, Ideco says its aim is to help customers effectively apply technology and, in turn, create “trust in identities”.

Today’s hyper-connected world is

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dramatically changing the way we live and work.

Technology is embedded in every aspect of business and society, and everything is networked, resulting in huge quantities of data.

Fujitsu aims to empower people with the intelligence and information to steer this transformation using the help of technology. n

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Canon develops high-sensitivity camera Canon Europe, a leader in imaging solutions, announced that its parent company, Canon Inc., is developing a high-sensitivity network camera equipped with a fast high-magnification lens capable of long-range colour image capture even at night, making possible the viewing of subjects that the naked eye would have trouble discerning.

Amid ever-increasing safety and security concerns, a growing need for advances in surveillance systems has fuelled demand for high-performance network cameras capable of clearly recording visual data night and day for such applications as urban surveillance and the monitoring of important infrastructure facilities.

Canon is developing a compact high-sensitivity network camera that will make possible the clear viewing in colour of distant subjects, even under conditions that would prove challenging to the naked eye, such as at night with few ambient light sources.

The camera’s imaging capabilities will make it ideally suited for such surveillance applications as crime prevention and the monitoring of natural disaster sites, enabling the viewing of scenes during either night or day.

Drawing on a range of optical technologies, Canon has cultivated over many years, the network camera being developed will feature a largeaperture ultra-telephoto zoom lens with a focal length of more than 600 mm (35 mm film equivalent) that achieves a bright F-value of 2.4 to allow large amounts of light to enter.

The lens will incorporate aspherical and UD (ultra low dispersion) lens elements that suppress the incidence of chromatic aberrations, which become more prevalent as a lens’s aperture size increases, while making possible a compact lens unit.

The combination of the large-aperture lens with a high-sensitivity sensor and high-performance image processor will enable the colour recognition of a subject’s face at a distance of 100 metres even in dark environments with a mere 0.08 lux of illumination, roughly equivalent to the illuminance of moonlight.

By comparison, conventional night-time surveillance to date has only been possible within a limited range with the aid of infrared illumination, or by using a night mode that only captures images in black and white.

Through the combination of an electric-drive pan/tilt function that controls the camera’s orientation with the ultra-telephoto zoom lens, the network camera will be able to fulfil a wide range of surveillance requirements.

In addition to the monitoring of natural disasters involving rivers or bays, for example, the camera will be well suited for such applications as urban surveillance from the rooftops of buildings and for identifying automobile licence plate numbers on roads, not only during the day, but also in settings in which night-time surveillance is required.

Canon says it aims to commercialise the new network camera in 2016. Through the enhancement of the company’s network camera lineup, Canon says it will respond to society’s ever-expanding monitoring and surveillance needs. n

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Thorburn gives security a good name In an industry that is infamous for low wages, compliance shirkers and poor calibre of the available labour pool, Thorburn strives to eradicate the poor perception of security in South Africa by providing premium services and products, in addition to above-average training and development of personnel.

Said managing director of Thorburn Security (Northern Region), Dolf Scheepers: “The upside of this phenomenal growth in our industry is the continuous creation of jobs in a time when a sizeable chunk of businesses have been downscaling.

“With this growth comes huge responsibility, and as a responsible employer, Thorburn has adapted to its own operational growth through

the evolvement of its management, equity offering to the market and, of paramount importance, the safety of its people.”

Earlier this year, Tsebo Outsourcing Group acquired Thorburn Security Solutions (Northern Region and Southern Region), and Thorburn Remote Monitoring Services, in order to bolster its facilities management basket of services.

Tsebo are the leading African providers of hard, soft and integrated facility services. They provide facilities management, remote camps, catering, cleaning, security, hygiene, energy management and procurement services in 21 countries across the African continent.

With the strength of the Thorburn brand in the market, the company will continue to trade under the Thorburn name. “We are very excited about the future and all the opportunities it brings,” said Mr Scheepers.

In line with the expansion of the Thorburn offering to the market, Thorburn has recently added an armoured Mercedes Benz G-Wagon to its fleet of vehicles to facilitate emergency executive evacuation during times of unrest.

Added to this is a state-of-the-art mobile command unit which provides flexible surveillance solutions, without the reliance on power as it has battery back-up.

With the spate of recent community unrest in the Mpumalanga and Limpopo provinces still fresh in the mind of business owners and commuters alike (not to mention the Marikana debacle), Thorburn has prudently shifted its focus to providing mining and smelter customers with armoured personnel carriers and crowd facilitation teams in response to increased demands for this kind of capability. n

Securex 2016: save the date Securex, the largest and most comprehensive security and fire exhibition on the African continent, will be held between 24-26 May 2016 at the Gallagher Convention Centre.

Capitalising on the 5 323 industry professionals who visited the 2015 event (representing an increase of almost 12 per cent in attendees over the three-day period), the organisers are pulling out all the stops to provide exhibitors with a definitive platform to interact with a captive audience for the 2016 event.

“Based on the success of a number of new features which we introduced at the last exhibition, we will be repeating the New Products Showcase, the Business Matchmaking Programme, the Fire Hazard Identification

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Challenge and the InFIRes seminar,” says Joshua Low, Securex event director at Specialised Exhibitions Montgomery.

“We are also in the process of finalising an agreement with the CSCSS (Centre for Strategy Cyberspace and Security Services), an international research body, to run a one-day conference aimed at unpacking some of the latest global trends around cybersecurity and cyber warfare.

“In addition, we are currently investigating other features which would add value to the exhibitor and visitor experience. We encourage feedback from exhibitors and visitors to the show, as to features and content they feel might add further value to the exhibition in this regard,” adds Mr Low.

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Securex will, once again, align itself with the industry’s leading associations, an initiative that bears fruit for all stakeholders.

“Together with this, we will continue to reinforce and develop the Securex Seminar educational programme which has proved to be extremely successful and aims to provide visitors with a wealth of information on current trends and legislation affecting the industry,” he says.

With more than 52 per cent of stand space already booked, prospective exhibitors are encouraged to contact Sven Riddle or Zelda Jordaan on svenr@specialised.com or zeldaj@specialised.com or visit www.securex. co.za to ensure they are able to reserve their prime spot at the 2016 event. n

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SBV repositions itself for improved growth Cash services and solutions company SBV Services has restructured to improve its focus on the specialised areas of its business.

As part of the restructuring, SBV’s logistics operations and cash processing operations now function as two divisions.

The restructuring has already proved beneficial to the company’s business and is well timed to meet the needs of an increasingly complex cash services sector.

The new structure allows for higher levels of specialisation and intensity of focus in each division.

The new structure, along with the company’s long-cultivated expertise, adds significant value to its strategic partnerships, particularly its support of, and partnerships with, banks.

“The creation of separate, dedicated

divisions for logistics and cash processing allows us to provide even higher levels of automation, visibility and service interactions for our various customers on a day-to-day basis,” says SBV chief executive officer, Grant Dunnington.

The restructuring was implemented without any employee retrenchments, which Mr Dunnington says reflects the company’s commitment to its employees and to offering its clients sustained industry expertise.

Additions to executive committee To effect the implementation of the restructuring, SBV has brought in a number of highly skilled executives to join its team.

The SBV executive committee comprises professionals with a range of experience and skills that empower the company to meet

the needs of the fast-changing cash services industry.

Mark Barrett, previously chairman of the SBV Services board of directors, joined the company exco team on 1 April 2015 as managing director, and brings with him a wealth of expertise in the cash services sector.

Grant Dunnington has a background in executive management and is a chartered associate of the Institute of Bankers.

Group executive for human resources and corporate relations, Ravina Reddy has significant experience in the human resources sector, with a particular focus on employee wellness, change management and corporate governance.

Group financial director Andrew Meerburg is responsible for financial oversight, African expansion and diversification at SBV.

Pyronix ... at the forefront of the industry Pyronix is an independently owned, marketleading designer and manufacturer of products and technologies for use in the security industry.

Based in the UK across four sites, Pyronix is constantly expanding and developing to provide solutions to their customers worldwide.

To support their on-going growth, they have most recently opened a brand new 1 550 sqm state-of-the-art factory in the UK, that features an ESD (anti-static) floor, rapid doors and an air-locked and filtered environment to keep out dust and ensure world leading electronics manufacturing.

Since Pyronix was founded in 1986, they continue to pride themselves on invention and quality to lead the way in the industry.

This has included patenting various technologies and being recognised for innovation by winning numerous industry and non-industry awards along the way, three of which have been achieved in the last four years.

From humble beginnings that started with the world’s smallest PIR detector of its time, and by fostering an innovative culture founded on their unrelenting commitment to product research and development, they continuously adapt and modify their range of award-winning wired, hybrid and wireless systems, to ensure they offer the very best professional security solutions.

PCX46 APP In fact, their latest innovations with the

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PCX46 APP highlight another shift, by encompassing app and cloud infrastructure with HD IP video monitoring into professional commercial security solutions.

The new PCX46 APP system is a professional hybrid high-security solution that incorporates integrated IP cameras. This is made accessible on the go from anywhere in the world via iOS or Android smart devices, using secure AES 256 encrypted IP communications, via the PyronixCloud and HomeControl+ App. The HomeControl+ App allows end-users complete control of their system from anywhere, whether at home, work or while on holiday. Users can check the status of every individual sensor, arm and disarm areas, see their entire event history and much more.

The PCX46 APP also allows for simple upgrades to a whole host of wireless addon solutions, such as the full range of multiaward-winning Enforcer two-way wireless peripherals or internal pan and tilt and external static cameras.

The security solution is no longer a grudge purchase, but a lifestyle purchase.

Rather than simply securing their home or commercial building, thanks to HD live streamed images sent straight to their smart devices, users can check on a pet while they are at work, look into their property when the alarm is activated, check on an elderly relative who perhaps lives on their own, or see whether their children have arrived

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home safely from school.

There are also a multitude of advantages to you, the installer. Thanks to dynamic IP there is no on-site set-up of static IP addresses or configuration of network connection, instead you simply go to PyronixCloud.com and set up an account and by connecting through a cloud server with two-way verification, there is added security.

This set-up delivers panel diagnostics, secure remote access and more from your smart devices in no time.

The PyronixCloud infrastructure even allows remote programming and diagnosis of systems using Insite UDL software.

Therefore, you can establish recurring revenue streams by offering PyronixCloud management services or passing access to end users.

Additionally, the HomeControl+ App can be branded with your installation company logos. This is achieved via your PyronixCloud account, and all apps that are connected with systems you manage through your Cloud account will display your logo, ensuring brand consistency throughout your installations.

Quality, customer service, reliability, and innovation are central to everything that Pyronix does and has been a key factor in everything Pyronix has achieved.

As Pyronix sees the market develop and move away from the grudge purchase towards automation and lifestyle solutions, Pyronix remains at the forefront of the industry. n

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Chief information officer Ian Plaatjes is responsible for developing and implementing the IT strategy to support SBV and the wider cash industry’s strategic goals.

Executive responsible for cash processing, Hamilton Melane, joined the SBV team as an expert in the South African cash industry, with significant experience in cash management for one of South Africa¹s major banks.

Executive responsible for ATMs, Derek Singh, has more than 30 years of banking leadership, management and operational experience, most recently as the head of cash supply chain and ATM operations for one of South Africa’s major banks.

Executive responsible for logistics, Fanie Pretorius, has a background in cash management, financial and banking environments.

Director for risk and compliance and Africa, Gideon Serfontein, joined SBV Services in February 2015 after serving on the SBV board as a non-executive director for 11 years. His expertise in risk is underpinned

by more than 20 years of experience in the financial sector.

Shaun Nicholls joins the team as the executive responsible for business transformation and brings with him more than 16 years experience in information systems, banking, retail, fast-moving consumer goods, logistics and project management.

The strengthened team and streamlined

operational divisions have affirmed SBV’s distinctive place in the cash services sector in South Africa and across the rest of the continent.

As it continues to adapt to changing market needs, SBV will lean on the extensive expertise of its refreshed executive team, and is well positioned to continue growing its market share and to maintain its efficient and quality service to its clients. n

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Suprema introduces DM-20

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uprema, a global leader in biometrics and security, recently announced the release of DM20, a secure door control module designed to provide secure connection to multiple peripherals from Suprema devices.

DM-20 provides BioStar 2 with versatility and expandability for system designers to design and deploy centralised access control systems. The module, combined with any Suprema access control terminal, can function as a secure central controller.

It allows for the simple and easy upgrade to a smart access control system and utilises existing RS485 or Wiegand networks without the need of establishing a new IP-based network.

Additional DM-20 units can be connected via a daisy chain configuration to support up to 32 doors in combination with Wiegand readers or Suprema devices.

Each module features an RS485 connection, two Wiegand in/out ports and up to four relay ports for a wide array of installation applications. The two Wiegand

ports can be used to connect third party readers that can be set up as doors within BioStar 2.

The module supports four TTL inputs and an additional 4 supervised inputs that detect the voltage flow on the circuit and allow the system to monitor input devices.

“DM-20 delivers ultimate flexibility to system designers and installers,” said Young S Moon, vice-president of Suprema. “Its functions expand the ability of Suprema terminals to accommodate mid- to enterprise-level access control needs, and enhance security by replacing the conventional systems with biometrics or smart reader controllers.”

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BioStar 2.1 unveiled by Suprema Suprema has unveiled BioStar 2.1, a major update to the biometric security platform that was released in in the first quarter of 2015.

The update provides users with new features and developers with the tools to develop a unique and ideal solution suitable for various system requirements.

BioStar 2.1 is co-released with four additional solutions: BioStar 2 Mobile, BioStar 2 Cloud, BioStar 2 API and BioStar 2 Device SDK, designed to maximise user convenience and expand development potential.

BioStar 2.1 is offered in two editions: Basic and Standard. The Basic Edition includes core biometric user management features and basic access control features.

The new update to the Basic Edition enhances usability by including support for BioStar 2 Cloud and filtering options in its monitoring functionality. The Standard Edition expands the access control module by introducing advanced access control features such as anti-passback and fire alarm.

The convenience of the system is extended with the BioStar 2 Mobile App that is available for both iOS and Android mobile platforms. Using the built-in BioStar 2 Cloud extension, users can use BioStar 2 Mobile to access a local server remotely and perform a number of operations.

The app allows system administrators to perform user-related tasks, receive live notifications, control doors remotely and monitor current system activity on any mobile device.

Development support has also been extended with the introduction of the BioStar 2 API. The BioStar 2 API is a web application programming interface that will allow developers to easily integrate BioStar 2 core functionalities with third party software.

It consists of Restful APIs, which use JSON formatted data for requests and responses for easier understanding.

Developers can also create new applications or solutions using the BioStar 2 API, as well as customised solutions for customers. The BioStar 2 Device SDK provides access to core functionalities built into Suprema devices.

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“The release of BioStar 2.1 with its developer support products will extend the power of the BioStar 2 platform,” said Young S. Moon, vice-president of Suprema Inc. “We believe the release of Cloud, API and SDK solutions will provide the tools necessary for developers to integrate powerful Suprema technology into other software solutions.

“After we have initially released our BioStar 2 platform, the 2.1 release is a clear evolution of BioStar, establishing itself as a platform.

BioStar 2 Mobile, developed with our API, is a good example of the versatility the system provides, and a promise of many great things to come.” n

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SOAP principle promoted Chubb Fire & Security South Africa has released a list of useful tips to ensure that the SOAP approach to safety and security (Stop. Observe.

Assess. Proceed) achieves maximum effectiveness.

Chubb Fire and Security South Africa is a part of UTC Building & Industrial Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp.

The SOAP principle encourages residents to be aware of any unusual behaviour or possible threats near their property: • Stop to take note of your surroundings.

• Observe any unusual behaviour or incidents.

• Assess the level of threat posed by your observation.

• Proceed with the necessary action (i.e. call security or drive to police station).

James Havenga, group operations director, Chubb Fire and Safety, said residents commonly make the mistake of becoming “too comfortable” and not taking necessary safety precautions into account when entering and exiting their properties.

“Being aware of your surroundings is critical, and extra security measures such as automatic gate installation and route alterations go a long way in preventing crime,” said Mr Havenga.

“If you suspect you are being followed, drive to the nearest police station or busy public area, such as a petrol station or shopping mall.”

In the event of a security threat, Mr Havenga says industry experts often say the most appropriate action may be to co-operate with perpetrators and not challenge them.

“While this may be seen as counter-intuitive, industry experts note that the perpetrator is also nervous and will not hesitate to prevent being arrested or hurt at any cost,” he added.

It is also essential to consider a reputable security company as backup to deal with a possible security breach in the home. When choosing a security company, residents should verify they are registered with the South African Intruder Detection Services Association (SAIDSA).

“SAIDSA is the association for all security systems and CCTV service providers, and those incorporating signal monitoring and armed reaction services,” said Mr Havenga.

“Any member of the public can visit the SAIDSA website and make an e-mail enquiry regarding the registration status of a security provider.

Companies that are SAIDSA registered comply with its minimum standards, covering all aspects of delivering monitoring and response services, and those not compliant can be reported.”

According to Mr Havenga, another essential part of home security is testing alarm systems at least once a month. “When testing the security system yourself, remember to call your service provider before testing the alarm signal to ensure the control centre does not send out a response officer for a false alarm,” he added.

In the event of a fault with the alarm system, Mr Havenga suggests addressing the issue as a matter of urgency.

“Chubb provides a house call service whereby qualified technicians are on call to service faulty systems in the most efficient and effective

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Active tracking for transport security When it comes to the management of fleet and drivers in the transport and logistics sector, as well as those companies that manage teams of sales reps, Active Track offers peace-of-mind, accountability, and a complete management tool for end-users with unlimited application scenarios for a wide range of industries.

Active Track offers a vehicle tracking and fleet tracking solution that delivers realtime information to help organisational management make well-informed decisions.

With up-to-the-second updates on fleet or driver location, management are able to respond quickly and effectively to any new developments that can help to improve efficiency.

In addition, Active View provides the ability to include reliable information and reports about driver location, driving times and mileage, providing full accountability to management and clients.

Using the GPS (Global Positioning System), which is a space-based satellite navigation system, Active Track provides an efficient monitoring tool by generating a GPS position to identify the location of drivers and vehicles via Google Maps.

The system has the capability to record the duration of time that a driver spends on

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the road, as well as how long the vehicle has stopped at various points. Using the device’s RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology tags, Active Track can generate new alarms for various functionalities.

The device includes a “Please Call Me” button for easy communication access to the driver, as well as a panic button if a driver is in distress.

It’s clear that Active Track is the ideal solution for companies that require a monitoring solution for their long-haul fleet of vehicles.

Active Track provides the ability to stay in contact with drivers, even in the most remote locations, subject to cellular network coverage.

It also provides a significant cost saving in terms of cellphone communication costs, as the driver does not require a mobile phone to remain in contact with head office.

In addition to a 24-hour battery life, Active Track now comes with a harness and docking station to prolong the battery life of the device, where it can be charged from the vehicle itself.

Meeting current and potential clients faceto-face remains one of the most effective ways to ensure that your business keeps growing.

But, many companies that use travelling sales representatives and personnel still struggle to maintain control over a mobile

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workforce where productivity is key to survival.

Active Track provides the most efficient and cost-effective solution on the market, to keep you connected to your sales team in real time.

Active Track provides a simple, yet highly effective and reliable personnel tracking system through its GPS technology.

Using Google maps, Active Track generates the GPS position to identify the client’s position and track the door-to-door movement of sales personnel to these clients.

The system has the capability to record the duration of time a sales person spends at a particular client.

In addition, the device can generate a series of new alarms via the RFID tags, including “New Client”, “Training”, “Routine Visit” etc.

Active Track again cuts down on the cost of cellular phone communication via the “Please Call Me” button for easy communication between the sales person and head office.

The Panic button also ensures that your sales personnel are safe, particularly when travelling to remote locations.

Driven by the web interface software solution, Active View, it’s the seamless integration of these technologies that has resulted in one of the most cost-effective staff monitoring solutions available on the market today. www.activetrack.co.za n

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Hikvision system protects bespoke vehicle company main contributory factors in the successful installation. In my experience it is always more challenging, risky even, to install any security-related system without sufficient input and collaboration from the end-user client.”

GRW is one of South Africa’s leading providers of sophisticated road transport trailers; designing, manufacturing and servicing a wide range of bespoke vehicles, each configured to provide a solution to the unique transportation needs of an individual client.

GRW has now invested in a state-of-theart IP CCTV system to protect its premises against unauthorised access and to monitor the large, modern production facilities, and is already reaping the benefits from the integration of analytics with the IP cameras.

Founded in South Africa in 1996, GRW’s operations have always revolved around the transport of commercial goods.

Whether it’s to carry petroleum, chemicals, temperature-controlled perishables, FMCG, pallets or bulk general cargo, the trailers manufactured by GRW are specifically designed to meet the individual transportation requirements of customers throughout Southern Africa, the Middle East, Australia and the UK. All the company’s products emerge from its large, ultra-modern manufacturing complex in Worcester, in the Western Cape.

As well as housing the extensive production facilities and spare parts department, the facility is also home to GRW Services and GRW Financial Services, which are responsible for worldwide customer care and after-sales contract servicing and the supply of rental units.

Surveilling the perimeter of this large facility and protecting the plant from unauthorised access was a key security concern for the company.

However, manned patrols of the perimeter proved ineffective and Sensor Security was tasked with designing a solution that would automate the process of securing the

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boundary and eliminate the possibility of human error.

At the same time, GRW recognised that an intelligent camera infrastructure might enable remote monitoring of the production process and Sensor Security was asked to investigate.

A Bespoke Solution for Bespoke Vehicles “From the outset we knew that the proposed CCTV system should successfully serve a dual purpose, helping supervisors and managers monitor the workshop operations during opening hours and securing the perimeter 24 hours a day,” says Edmund Casaleggio, Sensor Security’s sales executive.

“There was also a need to make the combined system as simple and easy to operate as possible, ensuring that operations staff had unrestricted access to the workshop video feeds while not being distracted by the security cameras and vice versa for the security officers, who are best served by complete concentration on securing the premises.”

Following extensive consultations with GRW staff, the final design of the dualpurpose system involved a total of 18 Hikvision cameras, 11 on the perimeter and seven in the workshop area, all feeding in to a 32-channel Hikvision NVR at GRW, and to Security Sensor’s control room.

“GRW was actively involved in the whole consultation and design process, right from day one, with suggestions on key sites needing monitoring and protecting and information and advice on the flow of work and personnel around the workshop area,” continues Edmund Casaleggio.

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A Smart Perimeter Perimeter patrolling with guards having proved ineffective, GRW was also keen that the introduction of cameras did not mean that an individual would have to be assigned to constantly manage the CCTV system aroundthe-clock.

Therefore, the Hikvision DS-2CD4012F-A Smart 1.3MP low-light box camera was selected to monitor the perimeter of the plant, with active use of the cameras smart analytics intrusion flags ensuring that GRW’s security officers and Sensor Security’s control room were pro-actively notified of any unauthorised movement around the premises.

According to Mr Casaleggio: “The integration of analytics with the smart IP CCTV cameras is a significant added advantage, flagging alarms only when intrusion occurs within the specified range.

“We do not have to use alarm inputs and outputs to connect passives and actives on the DVR/NVR, which saves significantly on maintenance of the system.

“It also reduced installation time significantly. What’s more, the accuracy of these smart cameras with analytics is far better than beams, as long as the cameras are correctly calibrated when installed.

“In this regard, the Auto Back Focus on these smart cameras greatly assists the installation technicians to achieve the best possible viewing quality.”

As well as the Smart intrusion detection, the Hikvision DS-2CD4012F-A also features Smart Codec, Smart Focus, Smart VQD, Smart Face Detection and Smart Audio Detection.

They also benefit from 3D DNR and digital WDR, and the day and night IR cut filter allows successful video operation down to 0.001 Lux. A Watchful Eye on the Workshop Seven Hikvision DS-2CD2132-I 3MP mini dome cameras keep watch over all operations in the workshop area, assisting the supervisors and managers to remotely monitor processes on the floor.

This process is made much easier and more efficient for staff due to the integration of the Hikvision DS-9632NI-ST 32-channel NVR with a PC, ensuring that operational staff are only presented with images relevant to the production area.

“The full HD, 1080p real-time video is a huge

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asset for the supervisory staff and the camera itself, protected within its IP66 vandalproof housing, has withstood the rigours of a harsh industrial environment really well,” continues Mr Casaleggio. “True day/night operation, thanks to its 30m IR range and digital WDR and 3D DNR also contribute to the high-quality video at all times.”

A Real Success “This newly-installed state-of-the-art IP CCTV system automates the process of protecting GRW’s premises against unauthorised access and monitoring the production facilities while eliminating the possibility of human error,” says Mr Casaleggio.

“GRW is already reaping the benefits from the integration of analytics with the IP cameras and is set to continue for many years.

“At the same time, they are benefitting from the user-friendly nature of Hikvision’s technology. This deceptively ‘simple’ platform helps GRW staff to operate the software easily with minimal training while Smart features, such as ABF, aids our technicians to achieve the best possible video quality.

“However, the quality of Hikvision’s hardware and software does not come with an unaffordable price tag.

“In fact, since Hikvision’s iVMS-4200 software allows for the integration of analogue and IP cameras free-of-charge, this serves to increase the affordability of their products.

“What’s more, the free Hikvision software allows the feeds from analogue and IP

cameras to be integrated on one screen.

“In conclusion, Hikvision’s huge range of cameras, NVRs, DVRs and software allows us to propose unitary solutions to their security needs and to more successfully back-up and service the installation over many years.

“Quite simply, it is easier to provide postsales service and support with a single, reliable brand.” n

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InternationalNews

Airport security from Dallmeier

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he inter airport Europe trade fair was held in Munich from 6-9 October 2015, and Dallmeier presented the very latest in video security solutions for airports.

With the Panomera® multifocal sensor system, Dallmeier demonstrated the latest technology for airport security at the inter airport trade fair.

Panomera® is a patented camera technology, which was specially developed to enable comprehensive video surveillance of expansive areas.

The multifocal sensor technology makes it possible to display wide expanses as well as long distances in unequalled resolution quality, in real time and at high frame rates of up to 30 fps – and the area can be monitored from a single location.

An outstanding feature of the system is its unique combination of an overall view with simultaneous high detail resolution at every distance.

This offers many advantages for airport security. Whether on take-off or landing runways, the airfield and hangars, the terminal buildings and baggage handling systems,

car parks or access roads: At airports, huge premises with a variety of areas must be monitored around the clock.

The multifocal sensor technology provides a comprehensive overview of all activity around the airport and airfield.

Besides the documentation of take-offs and landings, queues of aircraft at the runway, cargo and goods during loading or repairs and construction works can be fully documented and checked.

In addition, debris or parts on the runway or the aircraft taxiways or fatigue cracks on the runway can be detected reliably.

Besides the multi sensor technology, Dallmeier offers complete systems for network-based video security with IP cameras, recording servers, intelligent video analysis and video management software – made by Dallmeier, made in Germany.

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SAPS killings unacceptable

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By Peter Bagshawe

he plethora of reports detailing the killing of members of the South African Police Services (SAPS) recently has given rise to a keen level of awareness locally and these events have received the media attention that they should be accorded.

Given the role of the SAPS within the communities that they serve, and the geographical borders of South Africa, the provision of services by the SAPS is under strain that is unlikely to be mitigated in the short term.

By way of comparison the ratio of policemen per 100 000 of the country’s population is currently quoted by government as 347 against the United Nations recommendation of minimum police strength of 222 per 100 000 people.

Internationally, the most recent comparative figures I could locate are, by way of example, 401 for Zimbabwe, 373 for the United States, 205 for Nigeria, 418 for Botswana, 356 for France, 227 for England and Wales and 351 for Swaziland.

This is intended to contextualise the spread of resources locally and in respect of South Africa the disparity of deployment levels in the various socio-economic areas need to be taken into account together with logistical and equipment difficulties that have been referred to in previous articles.

The policing role and mechanism within South Africa is vastly different to that of countries such as England or the United States as are the challenges faced locally. In this regard, there have also been incidents of attacks on members of the municipal police services and these should also be noted.

The South African Government’s National Development Plan has, among numerous target areas, an identified focus on the strengthening of the criminal justice system, increasing the professionalism of the South African Police Services (which is under more of a spotlight post the publication of the Farlam Commission Marikana Report), the demilitarising of the Police Services, achieving an understanding the underlying social and socio-economic causes of crime and encouraging community participation in policing and crime prevention initiatives.

While these are all laudable and the intended outcomes would have positive implications within the area of responsibility of the Security Cluster, as well as nationally, the killing of policemen has wider

implications that need to be debated and examined on multiple levels.

Government made an attempt at initiating this process by way of a summit meeting in July 2015 which appears to have led to the formulation and release of the National Technical Response Plan which, to date, has not been fully released to the public.

It is, however, understood that the plan includes forensic and intelligence analysis of the scenes of killings, enforcement of standing orders relating to safety and patrol support structures as well as review of safety and communication equipment. Orders have also been issued mandating the compulsory wearing of bulletproof vests.

The provision of, and facilities to gather criminal intelligence, are core to the eradication of attacks on the police force and are essential as an adjunct to information received from the public to identify those involved in attacks on the police, as well as identifying planned criminal acts that are likely to lead to confrontation between members of the SAPS and gangs involved.

By way of example, Major General Vincent Leshabane recently referred to the deployment of detectives from the intelligence unit within Metros, while simultaneously calling for assistance and information from the public.This is at odds with the view of the Institute of Security Studies, that there has been a deterioration in the capacity of productivity and quality of crime intelligence supplied to the SAPS. In the reporting period from 1 April 2014 to 31 March 2015, 86 police officers were killed.

It is of interest to note that the Institute of Security Studies (ISS) have identified that in 2014, there was an escalation of some 50 incidents of armed robbery per day off the base figure for 2011.

The ISS has also referred to an ongoing increase in the number of deaths of members of the SAPS over the period 2004 to 2014.

This emphasises the exposure of members of the SAPS to incidents of violence in areas that range from civil unrest, union actions, delivery protests, criminal activity, planned attacks and domestic situations.

Turning to 2015, there have, at the time of writing, been some 60 killings of members of the South African Police Services and allied institutions. In the same time frame, there have been 36 arrests made of suspects in the killing of police officers.

It is an indictment of the system that one suspect who was recently arrested was out on bail (on a charge of shooting a policeman)

at the time of the second incident. From a personal perspective, it is my belief that bail should not be available for suspects in attacks or shooting of policemen.

It is not possible to review each of these so I intend to highlight a few instances that give background.

In Dobsonville, Soweto, two detectives were fatally shot by a number of perpetrators who pursued the SAPS members in vehicles and after shooting them, stole their issue weapons and dockets that were in the police vehicle.

In this instance, two suspects were shot dead by police following up on the investigation based on information received from the community.

There was a previous incident where uniformed members of the SAPS were involved in a shoot-out on the highway in central Johannesburg.

Two members of the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department were shot while directing traffic in Ivory Park, and were similarly robbed of their service weapons.

I am aware of at least three instances where members of the SAPS were fatally shot while sitting in their private vehicles or on their way to or from work.

Of the 60 members of the force killed so far in 2015, 27 were on duty and 31 killed while off duty.

In respect of the members killed while off duty, it is difficult to interpret the statistic other than to say that on the preponderance of probability, their employment was likely a factor in targeting them.

The availability of measures to protect off duty members and the apparent targeting of policemen for their service weapons is a trend that needs to be closely monitored by all concerned and is worthy of a targeted approach by the SAPS executive.

The response by the authorities on the wearing of bulletproof vests in very akin to that of the then National Commissioner Bheki Cele in 2012 who also instructed that bulletproof vests were mandatory.

While their benefit is hard to argue against, the response from members and Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union at that time was that the issued bulletproof vests were too heavy, unusable and potentially dangerous. This argument, which has again been raised, is trite given current circumstances.

The provision of policing by the SAPS and the contribution by individual members is often overlooked and criticism of the police Continued on page 30

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On the plus side

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y previous Security Focus column highlighted the poor state of the economy in South Africa at the moment. The article looked at the possible impact of the economy on the private security industry, crime levels and others. The poor performing economy also has a direct impact on the prevailing mood and outlook of people in the country.

Considering the economic situation in the country and the potential impact thereof on compliant private security companies as described in the previous article, the sentiment in the industry must similarly be rather dire.

However, having read the Public Protectors Report into allegations of tender irregularities and financial mismanagement at the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA), certain non-compliant security companies may not be sharing the negative sentiment.

Clearly, some security companies are doing rather well under the circumstances and are raking in the profits despite charging substantially more for the provision of security services than their competitors.

There have, however, been a number of positive developments within the private security industry, as well and a number of broader socio-economic and legislative issues, that may have some positive implications for the industry.

So, here are a number of recent developments that may have some positive implications for the industry: • The recent judgment by the Labour Court setting aside the regulation by the Minister of Education to reduce the mandatory grants from 50 to 20 per cent in terms of the Skills Development Act will, hopefully, impact positively on skill levels and provide some financial relief as of March 2016 when the 50 per cent becomes effective again. We trust that the return of the 50 per cent is not postponed by a legal process.

• Despite the fact that SASSETA was placed under administration from around January this year, and since then there has been very little (if any) funded skills development projects in the industry, there have been a number of engagements with the administrator and management of the SETA, and seemingly some funded projects may be starting soon.

• The Private Security Industry Regulatory

Authority (PSIRA) commenced with the process of re-certification of security officers and providers. This process, which includes the requirement that security companies must prove compliance with the mandatory industry provident fund, should go a long way in eradicating a large number of rogue companies and security officers from the industry.

• Although litigation drags on around the legality of using so-called self-employed security officers (SESOs) in the industry, the ruling made by acting Judge Snyman in the Labour Court, in the case involving FMW Admin Services cc (J2126/2014) clearly highlighted the level of abuse that is committed under the guise of an (SESO). Any reasonably moral, selfrespecting company utilising the services of a security company should read the judgment and make sure their security services provider does not make use of SESOs. • Industry negotiators were, once again, able to reach a three-year agreement without a strike. A number of milestones

towards the professionalisation of the industry were achieved in the process. The agreement formed the basis of the recently gazetted Sectoral Determination. The achievement of reaching a settlement has created a stable environment within which to operate, at least for the next three years.

Regards Chris Laubscher SASA Chairman

a word from t he c ha ir m a n

Chris Laubscher

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SAPS killings unacceptable Continued from page 28 is frequently made on a wide basis that from my perspective is unwarranted.

The protection afforded should come with a reciprocal duty of the public to assist in the effective provision of the SAPS core

functions by members.

In the absence of input from both sides, the equation cannot be balanced and the killing of policemen cannot and will not be stopped. n

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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Calendar

Calendar of conferences, events and exhibitions of interest to the security industry – both local and international LOCAL EVENTS: 2016

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May 24-26: SECUREX 2016. Venue: Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand, Johannesburg. More information: Joshua Louw. Tel: (011) 835-1565. E-mail: joshual@specialised.com

March 1-4: SIPS South Russia 2016. 7th South Russian International Protection and Security Exhibition. Venue: Krasnodarexpo EC, Krasnodar, Russia.

More information: Agnius Kazalauskas. Tel: +44 207 596 5079. E-mail: security@iteevents.com Website: www.ite-exhibitions.com March 2-4: KIPS Kiev. Venue: Kiev, Ukraine. More information: Premier Expo.

E-mail: info@pe.com.au March 8-11: Security Show 2016. Venue: Tokyo International Exhibition Centre, Tokyo, Japan. More information: Nikkei Inc. E-mail: tradefairs2016@smj.co.jp.

Website: http://messe.nikkei.co.jp/en April 12-14: LAAD Security 2016. Venue: RioCentre, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.

Website: www.laadsecurity.com.br April 13-15: CAIPS 2016. Venue: Venue: Almaty, Kazakhstan. Website: www.iteexhibitions.com/CAIPS April 17-21: SPIE DCS Defence + Security. Venue: Baltimore Convention Centre, Baltimore, United States. Website: www.spie.org May 4-6: Asian Securitex Hong Kong. Venue: Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre, Hong Kong. Website: www.asiansecuritex.com June 21-23: IFSEC 2016. Venue: Excel Centre, London Dockland, UK. Website: www.ifsec.co.uk November 14-16: IFSEC Arabia. Venue: Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Website: www.ifsec.co.uk November 16-17: Sectech Denmark 2016. Venue: Scandic Copenhagen Hotel, Copenhagen. Tel: +45-33-14 35 35. Website: www.armedia.se/

INTERNATIONAL EVENTS: 2015 October 21-23: CAIPS 2015. 8th Central Asian International Protection, Security and Fire Safety Exhibition. Venue: Uzexpocentre, Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

More information: Agnius Kazalauskas. Tel: +44 207 596 5079. E-mail: security@iteevents.com Website: www.ite-exhibitions.com November 2-5: Defence & Security 2015. Venue: IMPACT Exhibition Centre, Bangkok, Thailand. More information: Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau.

Tel: +662 642 6911 Ext 121. E-mail: info@asiandefense.com. Website: www. asiandefense.com November 11-12: Sectech Sweden 2015. Venue: Rica Talk Hotel, Stockholm, Sweden. More information: AR Media International. Tel: +46 (0)8 556 306 80. Fax: +46 (0)8 19 10 11. E-mail: deniz.baykal@armedia.se. Website: www.sectech.nu December 3-4: ASIS China Conference. Venue: Shanghai, China. More information: ASIS China. Tel: +32 2 645 26 74. E-mail: asiapacific@asisonline. org. Website: www.asisonline.org/shanghai December 6-9: INDOCRYPT 2015. Venue: Bangalore, India. More information: Indian Institute of Science. E-mail: indocrypt2015@gmail.com. Website: www. indocrypt2015.org

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Directory

SECURITY ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH AFRICA (SASA) SASA OFFICE BEARERS

REGIONAL OFFICE BEARERS

ADMINISTRATION

Suite 147 Postnet X2, Helderkruin 1733

Gauteng: Christiaan Oelofse E-mail: coelofse@adt.co.za Cell: 082 339-3398

National Administrator: Tony Botes Cell: 083 272 1373 E-mail: info@sasecurity.co.za Fax: 0866 709 209

National President: Costa Diavastos Cell: 082 498-4749 E-mail: CostaD@servest.co.za National Chairman: Chris Laubscher Cell: 082 441-4092 E-mail: laubscherc@proteacoin.co.za National Deputy Chairman: Marchel Coetzee Cell: 084 440-0087 E-mail: marchel_coetzee@omegasol.com

KwaZulu-Natal: Gary Tintinger E-mail: garyt@enforce.co.za Cell: 084 429 4245 Western Cape: Koos van Rooyen E-mail: kvanrooyen@thorburn.co.za Cell: 082 891-2351

Accounts: Yolandi Evans Cell: 061 470-8736 E-mail: accounts@sasecurity.co.za Fax: 0862 124 142

OTHER SECURITY AND RELATED ASSOCIATIONS AND ORGANISATIONS PSIRA — Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority, Eco Park, Centurion. Tel: (012) 003 0500/1.

Independent Hotline: 0800 220 918. E-mail: info@ psira.co.za Director: Manabela Chauke. Council Members: Mr T Bopela (chairperson); Ms Z. Holtzman (vice-chairperson); Advocate A. Wiid (council member); and Commissioner A. Dramat (council member).

APPISA – Association for Professional Private Investigators SA, Box 8064, Minnebron 1549. Cell: 073 371-7854 or 072 367-8207. Fax: 086 689-0166. E-mail: info@appelcryn.co.za. Website: www.appelcryn.co.za.

President: Ken Appelcryn. Secretary: Dianne.

ASIS International — Johannesburg Chapter No. 155.

Box 99742, Garsfontein East 0060. Tel: (011) 652-2569.

Website: http://www.asis155jhb.webs.com/ President/ Chairperson: Johan Hurter. Secretary: Chris Cray.

ASIS International — Chapter 203: Cape Town – South African security professionals. President/Chairman: Yann A Mouret, CPP. Secretary: Eva Nolle. Tel: (021) 785-7093. Fax: (021) 785-5089. E-mail: info@aepn. co.za. Website: www.asis203.org.za bac — Business Against Crime, Box 784061, Sandton 2146. Chairman: James Fitzgerald. Tel: (011) 8830717. Fax: (011) 883-1679. E-mail: denise@bac.org. za. Eastern Cape: Box 40078, Walmer 6065. Tel: (041) 373-6401. Fax: (041) 373-6402. E-mail: info@bacec. co.za. Western Cape: 12th Floor Picbel Arcade, Strand Street. Tel: (021) 419-2044. Fax: (021) 419-2066. E-mail: jackie@bacwcape.co.za KwaZulu-Natal: 2 Hopedene Grove, Morningside, Durban 4001. Tel: (031) 207-8273.

Fax: (031) 207-3900. Provincial manager: Jody Nair, e-mail jody@backzn.co.za Mpumalanga: Box 430, White River 1240. Tel: David Pretorius (general manager) (013) 751-3188. Fax: (013) 744-3555. Cell: 083 2735515. E-mail: david@bac_mp.co.za; or Ed Coombes (chairperson) 082 807-3916, fax (013) 752-6002, e-mail: ed.coombes@worldonline.co.za. North West: Postnet Suite 4415, Private Bag X82323, Rustenburg 0300; Charles Kendall (managing director) tel/fax: (014) 5923591, e-mail: charles.kendall@lonplats.com. Limpopo: Box 784061, Sandton 2146. Tel: (011) 883-0717; fax (011) 883-1679; e-mail: info@bac.org.za. Free State: Box 784061, Sandton 2146. Tel: (011) 883-0717; fax (011) 883-1679; e-mail: info@bac.org.za.

CAMPROSA — Campus Protection Society of Southern Africa. President: Roland September. Tel: (021) 6504858. E-mail: roland.september@uct.ac.za. Vice President: Derek Huebsch. Tel: (041) 504 2490. E-mail: derek.huebsch@nmmu.ac.za. Executive Secretary: John Tunstall. Tel: (028) 313 1711. E-mail: jtunstall@ iafrica.com. Web: www.camprosa.co.za.

CENSEC — Centre for the Study of Economic Crime.

Director: Louis de Koker. Tel: (011) 489-2134. E-mail: ldekoker@uj.ac.za CISA — Cape Insurance Surveyors Association.

Shahid Sonday (021) 402-8196. Fax: (021) 419-1844.

E-mail: shahid.sonday@saeagle.co.za; or Mike Genard (021) 557-8414. E-mail: mikeg@yebo.co.za DRA — Disaster Recovery Association of Southern Africa, Box 405, Saxonwold 2132. Chairman: Grahame Wright, Tel. (011) 486-0677, Fax (011) 646-5587. Secretary/ Treasurer: Charles Lourens, Tel. (011) 639-2346, Fax (011) 834-6881.

EFCMA — Electric Fencing and Components Manufacturers Association, Box 411164, Craighall 2024. Tel: (011) 326- 4157. Fax: (011) 493-6835. Chairperson: Cliff Cawood 083 7442159. Deputy chairperson: John Mostert 082

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444-9759. Secretary: Andre Botha 083 680-8574.

ESDA — Electronic Security Distributors Association, Box 17103, Benoni West 1503. Tel: (011) 845-4870.

Fax: (011) 845-4850. Chairperson: Lee-Ann Andreka.

Secretary: Shirley James. Website: www.esda.org.za ESIA — Electronic Security Industry Alliance, Box 62436, Marshalltown 2107. Tel: (011) 498-7468. Fax: 086 570 8837. Cell: 082 773-9308. E-mail: sia@iburst. co.za or steveconradie@iburst.co.za. Web: www.esia. co.za FDIA — Fire Detection Installers Association, Postnet Suite 86, Private Bag X10020, Edenvale 1610. Tel: 087 808 7527. Fax: 086 518 4376. E-mail: fdia@fdia.co.za.

Website: www.fdia.co.za President/Chairperson: Matt Kielty. Secretary: Jolene van der Westhuizen.

FFETA — The Fire Fighting Equipment Traders Association, Postnet Suite 86, Private Bag X10020, Edenvale 1610. Tel: (011) 455-3157. Fax: 086 518 4374/ (011) 455-4126. E-mail: ffeta@tiscali.co.za. Website: www.ffeta.co.za. Chairperson: Astrid Wright. Vicechairperson: Meshack Gabeni.

FPASA — Fire Protection Association of Southern Africa, Box 15467, Impala Park 1472.Tel: (011) 397-1618.

Fax: (011) 397-1160. E-mail: library@fpasa.co.za. Web: www.fpasa.co.za. General Manager: David Poxon.

GFA—Gate&FenceAssociation,Box1338,Johannesburg 2000. Tel: (011) 298-9400. Fax: (011) 838-1522.

Administrator: Theresa Botha.

HCSA — Hotel & Casino Security Association, Box 91728, Auckland Park 2006. Chairman: Dick Glanville, Tel: (011) 447-2700, Fax: (011) 447-3276. Vice-chairman: Frans Joubert, Tel: (011) 898-7333. Secretary/Treasurer: Graham Bendell, Tel (011) 728-4405; Cell 082 6992392.

HSA — Helderberg Security Association, Box 12857, N1 City Parow 7463. Tel: (021) 511-5109. Fax: (021) 511-5277.

E-mail: info@command.co.za. Website: www.command.co.za. Chairperson: Stephen van Diggele.

IFE — Institution of Fire Engineers (SA). Treasurer: A.E. Greig, Box 1033, Houghton 2041. Tel/Fax: (011) 7884329. E-mail: adminstaff@ife.org.za Website: www.ife. org.za. President: John Khoza Mpiyakhe. Secretary: Lindi Mujugira.

ISA — Insurance Surveyors Association, Box 405, Saxonwold 2132. Chairman: Graham Wright (011) 4860677. Vice-chairman: Alan Ventress. Secretary: Alex dos Santos.

LASA — Locksmiths Association of South Africa, Box 4007, Randburg 2125. Tel: (011) 782-1404 Fax: (011) 782-3699. E-mail: lasa@global.co.za Website: www. lasa.co.za President/Chairman: Alan Jurrius. Secretary: Dora Ryan.

NaFETI — National Firearms Education and Training Institute, Box 181067, Dalbridge 4014. Chairman: M.S. Mitten. Vice: Ken Rightford (033) 345-1669. Cell: 084 659-1142.

NaFTA — The National Firearms Training Association of SA, Box 8723, Edenglen 1613. National Chairman: Peter Bagshawe.Tel:(011) 979-1200.Fax:(011) 979-1816.

E-mail: nafta@lantic.net POLSA — Policing Association of Southern Africa. Tel: (012) 429-6003. Fax: (012) 429-6609. Chairperson: Anusha Govender, 082 655-8759.

PSSPF — Private Security Sector Provident Fund.

Contact: Jackson Simon. Cell: 072 356 6358. E-mail: jackson@psspfund.co.za. Website: www.psspfund. co.za

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SAESI — Southern African Emergency Services Institute, Box 613, Krugersdorp 1740. Tel: (011) 6605672. Fax: (011) 660-1887. President: DN Naidoo.

Secretary: Mrs S.G. Moolman. E-mail:saesi@mweb. co.za SAIA — South African Insurance Association, Box 30619, Braamfontein 2017. Chief Executive: B. Scott. Tel: (011) 726-5381. Fax: (011) 726-5351.

E-mail: faith@saia.co.za SAIDSA — South African Intruder Detection Services Association, Association House, P O Box 17103, Benoni West 1503. Tel: (011) 845-4870. Fax: (011) 845-4850. E-mail: saidsa@mweb.co.za Website: www. saidsa.co.za President/Chairman: Johan Booysen.

Secretary: Cheryl Ogle.

SAIS — South African Institute of Security, Postnet Suite 86, Private Bag X10020, Edenvale 1610. Tel: (011) 455-3157 or 0861 111 418. Fax: 086 518 4374/ (011) 455-4126. E-mail: SAIS@tiscali.co.za. Website: www.instituteofsecurity.co.za. Chairman: David Dodge.

Vice-chairman: Mike Verster. Administrative Manager: Rosemary Cowan.

SAN — Security Association of Namibia, Box 1926, Windhoek, Namibia. Administrator: André van Zyl. Tel: +264 61 205 2264. Fax: +264 61 205 2350. E-mail: pagvz@nampower.com.na SANSEA — South African National Security Employers’ Association, Box 62436, Marshalltown 2107. Administrators: SIA. Tel: (011) 498-7468. Fax: 086 570 8837. E-mail: galen@sansea.co.za.

SAPFED — Southern African Polygraph Federation.

President: Ben Lombaard 083 793-1152. Secretary: Amelia Griesel 082 786-3347. E-mail: info@sapfed.org.

Website: www.sapfed.org SAQCC FIRE — South African Qualification Certification Committee, Postnet Suite 86, Private Bag X10020, Edenvale 1610. Tel: (011) 455-3157. Fax: 086 518 4374. E-mail: saqccfire@tiscali.co.za. Website: www.saqccfire.co.za Management Committee: Chairman: Brett Jones. Vice-Chairman: Duncan Boyes.

SAQCC Fire – 1475 Committee: Chairman: Tom Dreyer. Vice-Chairperson: JJ Scholtz. SAQCC Fire – Detection & Suppression Committee: Chairman: Matt Kielty. Vice-Chairperson: Laura Swart.

SARPA — South African Revenue Protection Association, Box 868, Ferndale 2160. Tel: (011) 7891384. Fax: (011) 789-1385. President: Naas du Preez.

Secretariat: Mr J. Venter, Van der Walt & Co. SDOA — Service Dog Operators Association, Box 49554, Hercules 0030. Tel: (012) 376-2152/3. Fax: (012) 3762359. E-mail: company@ppscanine.co.za Chairperson: Mr F. van Kraayenburg. Tel: (012) 376-2266.

SIA — Security Industry Alliance, Box 62436, Marshalltown 2107. Tel: (011) 498-7468. Chief Executive Officer: Steve Conradie. Website: www.securityalliance.co.za SKZNSA — Southern KwaZulu-Natal Security Association.

Tel: (039) 3157448.

Fax: (039) 315-7324.

Chairman: Anton Verster – 082 371-0820.

VESA — Vehicle Security Association of South Africa, Box 1468, Halfway House 1685. Tel: (011) 3153588/3655. Fax: (011) 315-3617. General Manager: Niresh Reddy.

VIPPASA — VIP Protection Association of SA, Box 41669, Craighall 2024. Tel: 082 749-0063. Fax: 086 625-1192. E-mail: info@vippasa.co.za. Website: www.vippasa.co.za. Enquiries: Chris Rootman. Cell: 082 749 0063.E-mail: vippasa@protectour.co.za