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California Approves Right to Repair Legislation – Security Products Exempt

Security Industry Association

state to adopt “right to repair” legislation broadly applicable to manufacturers of electronic devices. of the Business and Professions Code) : “Alarm system” means “an assembly of equipment and devices arranged to detect a hazard or signal the presence of an off-normal situation.” SIA applauds the bill’s author, state Sen.

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SIA New Member Profile: Morningstar Corporation

Security Industry Association

Thirty years later, now under the direction of President and CEO WIlliam Mellema, Morningstar has over 100 distributors with over four million products sold to mission-critical customers in diverse applications, including the security sector. BB : Morningstar products have been incorporated in many types of security applications.

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A Better Understanding of NFPA 70E: Setting Up an Electrical Safety Program (Part 6 - Inspections)

National Fire Protection Association

The responsible person will need to not only determine that an installation meets the applicable manufacturer requirements but also those of applicable standards. However, technicians maintaining motor control equipment must know the applicable NEC requirements. Is their work inspected by a facility employee?

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Winter safety tips for employees in private and public sectors 

everbridge

These automated alerts can help organizations quickly disseminate information, enabling individuals to take necessary precautions, adjust schedules, and make informed decisions to minimize risks and ensure the safety of all involved. A plan should outline specific procedures and protocols to be followed during severe weather events.

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The Vital Role of Fire Inspectors and Fire Inspector Certification

National Fire Protection Association

Looking at this problem through the lens of the NFPA Fire & Life Safety Ecosystem™, it will take all of us working together to create positive change to improve those numbers. A critical part of reducing the loss of life, injuries, and property damage from these hazards is fire prevention. Through dedicated prevention programs.

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How Data Fuels Modern Fire Safety Operations—and Keeps Communities Safe

Pure Storage

The group also noted that the establishment of more automated data capture and the proliferation of data from all aspects of the fire service is necessary.”³ IoT data , which often includes sensitive information like location data, is one more reason that fire departments need modern solutions to safeguard data.)

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Security Industry Association Announces Winners of the 2023 SIA Women in Biometrics Awards

Security Industry Association

Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA’s) Transportation Worker Identification Credential, hazardous materials, Flight Training Security Program and TSA PreCheck, along with managing the successful deployment of multiple statewide and agency-specific enrollment programs. The event is free for all government employees, including U.S.