The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is the trade association for the professional security industry in the UK. Its 570+ members are responsible for more than 70% of UK security products and services (by turnover) including the manufacture, distribution and installation of electronic and physical security equipment and the provision of security guarding and consultancy services.

The BSIA disseminates information to members, potential members, users of security products/services, related organisations and the general public to raise awareness and understanding of issues relating to security and crime prevention; lobbies key organisations/bodies to form valuable working partnerships and achieve desirable changes; and is extremely active in liaising with Government to ensure that legislation reflects industry and customer needs.

One of the BSIA’s top priorities is the maintenance of high standards within the industry, and it places rigorous requirements on companies wishing to become members. BSIA draws up industry codes of practice and technical documents, often then submitting documents for consideration as British Standards. Its representatives work on European standards committees to ensure these will meet the practical needs of the industry and its customers.

For more information visit the website:  http://www.bsia.co.uk