Posted by niamhp on September 1, 2009 under Alarms, All posts | 
Well its official now, we have received our licence as issued by the PSA - Private Security Authority. This is now your guarantee that An Garda Siochana has vetted us. Our workmanship has been tested and verified as having reached the required standard for the installation of intruder alarm systems. The Chief Executive Officer of the PSA, Geraldine Larkin, has issued our licence.
Not only has our quality of workmanship been tested and checked but our document and record keeping has been checked and confirmed as reaching the standard as set down in EN50131 and SR40. This is to enable you the client to have quotations received in writing and to be able to compare like with like, to cut out the jargon and give specifications in plain English.
This is an ideal time to have your alarm system installed or indeed serviced before the dark evenings are upon us. We all rely on our alarm systems every day and night and it is only when it is broken that we are put in a vulnerable position. So now is a good time to have it checked and serviced.
Posted by niamhp on August 11, 2009 under Alarms, All posts, Electrical, Latest News |
I mentioned yesterday that we are now certified to install intruder alarm systems and other electronic security systems, like access control systems and CCTV systems, but very few people are aware of the fact that this area is now covered by legislation. The Minister who enacted this was Mr. McDowell, it was at the time brought in to cover and licence the manned security area, door men and the like. It was then extended to cover the electronic area of the industry, regardless of the fact that electricians were trained in the installation and maintenance of the equipment there are also consequences for the client.
The client who has some electronic security systems installed is ment to check that the supplier/ installer is licenced to carry out this work. The downside is that the client is at risk of a fine and/or prosecution if they have not checked this regardless of the fact that it is not widely publicized. So now that you are aware of the fact…… pass it on. If you know of someone who is getting an alarm system installed let them know to ask the installer if they are licenced and ask to see proof.
Posted by niamhp on August 10, 2009 under All posts, Awards |
We are now EQA Certified and as such are allowed to use their logo on our headed paper and of course other publicity documentation.
Our certificates arrived in the post recently also to confirm that we have attained the standards as contained in EN50131-1:1997 and I.S. CLC/TS 50131-7:2003 for the installation os Intruder Alarm Systems and SR40 for Electronic Security Services - Intruder Alarm, Access Control and CCTV Systems SR40:2005. These certificates are valid for two years though we will have an assessment in twelve months.
Posted by niamhp on July 15, 2009 under All posts |
We are delighted to announce that we have just received our Certificate of Registration as having passed the certification and audit on Intruder Alarm Systems to the assessment standards I.S. EN 50131-1:1997 and I.S. CLC/TS 50131-7:2003 as carried out by EQA (Ireland) Ltd.
Posted by niamhp on June 25, 2009 under All posts, Electrical |
Well summertime is truly here, there has been more sunny days of late than there has cold and rainy days. We can all use the benefit of the warmer days to our advantage. When our utility bills arrive they will obviously be less than the previous bill, regardless of the service provider. The saving can be put to very good use by investing in energy saving bulbs, these are more expensive than the standard bulb but have a greater working life. That way we can all save!
Posted by niamhp on May 29, 2009 under Alarms, All posts |
Most people look forward to their summer holidays, days spent away from home and away from the day to day worries. The one thing that should not be overlooked when organising this is to have your home alarm system serviced before you head away. This is something that can be organised and planned for in advance and it will give you such peace of mind knowing that your precious belongings are well protected.
If on the other hand you do not have an existing intruder alarm system you should consider having one fitted prior to your annual holiday. Always get more than one quote, always get a written quote - then you can compare like with like - and know exactly what you are getting for your money.
Posted by niamhp on May 21, 2009 under All posts, Electrical |
Don’t forget to buy some light bulbs, as Murphys Law would have it, bulbs always blow at night when its dark and you need them. So always have a stock on hand and leave them in the same place then you’ll be able to put your hand on them easily even when looking for them in the dark.
Another good idea is to have a torch, new batteries and even candles in the same place for the same reason as the light bulbs. This a good habit to get into, so when you do your shopping this week stock up on bulbs.
Posted by niamhp on May 13, 2009 under All posts, Electrical, Latest News |
This is the next big thing on the energy saving front for the retail sector, office, educational instituations and any premises with large energy use.
CHP is for combined heat and power and has already been rolled out. There is a grant available and the balance is tax-deductable. The unit has an average payback of between 3 and 5 years. This initiative is supported by the SEI, Sustainable Energy Ireland.
Posted by niamhp on May 5, 2009 under All posts, Renewable energy |
Why not have solar panels fitted to both help reduce the cost of energy and to heat your water. There are a vast number of styles and types of panel on the market at the moment and most are suitable for the Sustainable Energy Ireland grants. Further details on grants available can be found here.
Before renovating an old house check out the grants which are available, as in most cases when having solar panels fitted a new water tank/cylinder is required or comes as part of the equipment, so before you fit a new water tank you could save yourself time and effort and find a grant covers all or some of the labour costs.
Posted by niamhp on April 23, 2009 under All posts, Latest News |
The current edition of the trade newsletter voltimum has just arrived in our inbox and they have featured an article on the recent RECI contractor of the year awards the full story can be read by following this link http://www.voltimum.ie/news/8244/infopro.tradeassoc.brand/MR-ELECTRIC-2009-.html
