As a part of Senator’s ongoing program of improvements and determination to be recognised as one of the leading providers of security services in the UK the achievement of OHSAS18001 is a clear demonstration of professionalism and capability.

Andy Grice, Operations Director of Senator Security commented; “This is a significant achievement and is vital for us as we continue to develop this business and pursue our strategic growth. I would like to thank our management team and staff who have invested considerable time and effort in making this possible.”

Certificate No. 8431 ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 / OHSAS 18001

ISO 9001, ISO14001 and OHSAS18001 certification provides independent, third-party verification that the processes by which security services are delivered are of the highest quality. From security officer selection to training to responsive management, Senator is compliant with a quality management standard that is accepted throughout the global community. Senator has been independently audited and awarded OHSAS 18001, ISO14001 and ISO 9001. These certifications signify that a company is both environmentally responsible and compliant with environmental law.

ISOQAR – Auditors for Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety and Information Security Standards

ISOQAR is an accredited certification body; authorised to audit organisations and issue certificates against a variety of management systems (including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001 and ISO 27001). In the UK, this work is regulated by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service – the sole national accreditation body recognised by government. www.isoqar.com

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Senator Security, the leading provider of manned guarding, key holding and CCTV remote monitoring services announced their support of the WPR KTM Junior Motocross Team at the opening round of the MXY2 Maxxis Motocross Championship at Canada Heights, near Swanley in Kent, yesterday.

Sean McGranaghan, Managing Director of Senator Security Services Limited, commented, “This is a great opportunity to support the development of the next generation of sports talent in the UK. The WPR KTM Junior Motocross Team has been established as an Academy to provide young motocross riders the environment, support and equipment needed to develop their skills and experience both on and off track – in many countries around the World there are organisations that support sports athletes from grass-roots level and we are delighted to be in a position to support this initiative here in the UK. Our head office is in Bromley so this event at Canada Heights is our ‘home race’ and it has been a perfect start to what promises to be a great year – all of us at Senator wish the riders and team a successful and safe year.”

The team’s riders are Michael Eccles and his younger cousin, Jordan, in their first year with this new team which is based in Chesterfield. Both riders will be riding specially prepared KTM motorcycles; Michael on a sx125cc KTM and Jordan on a sx85cc KTM. Neil Haslam of WPR added, “We are very pleased to have Senator Security involved and their commitment is very much appreciated. As we are, Senator is new to motocross so this is a significant day for UK motocross. With the team we have built, two talented riders and support from KTM and Senator we are in good shape to develop this program for the future.”

The team made their debut at the last round of the British Supercross Championship at the LG Arena, NEC, Birmingham where they raced to podium finishes before preparations began in the build up to Canada Heights. The team and riders will be competing in a number of Championships and events throughout 2012 including the European Motocross Championship, the Maxxis Motocross Championship, the Red Bull Pro Nationals and the Weston Beach Race at the end of the season prior to the Supercross Championship over the winter months.

Senator Security, the UK security services provider is recognised as one of the leading independent security companies providing Manned Guarding, Key holding and Access Control for the Utilities Sector in the UK.

Senator Security, one of the UK’s leading independent security services providers is delivering tailored security services within the Utility and Energy sector for RWE npower at their facility at Aberthaw Power Station in South Wales.

RWE npower is a UK energy company, part of the RWE Group, which serves about 6.5 million customers and produces approximately 10% of the electricity used in the UK. Aberthaw Power Station is sited near Cardiff, in the Vale of Glamorgan, on the north bank of the Bristol Channel, and can generate 1,500MW of electricity for the National Grid System: enough power to meet the needs of 1.5 million households – equivalent to the total population of five cities the size of Cardiff. Aberthaw Power Station aims to be one of the most efficient coal-fired power stations in the UK and has recently invested £230 million in environmental upgrades.

The layout of the site and the need to protect the on-site people, RWE npower business partners, customers and the public, requires a security company with a specialist skill base and experience; the site is on the shoreline with a public promenade skirting a large part of the site, an awareness of the potential hazards within a heavy industrial and rail traffic environment – this, along with gatehouse access control, public visits and tours, heavy mobile plant usage and patrols to all areas of the 185 hectare site.. There are also partner or associated operations on-site with multiple vehicle and HGV movements. The site has significant construction, annual maintenance outage programmes and development projects – without doubt, an evolving and dynamic environment in which to deliver security.

There are several hundred people on the site at any time; contractors, suppliers, office and operational staff together with public visitors attending The Aberthaw Centre for Energy and Environment (ACE2) – a facility for schools, colleges and community groups throughout South Wales that provides interactive educational programs – Senator’s team has to be vigilant and aware at all times: required to provide an effective, proactive and courteous service to all, protecting people, property and assets from trespass, vandalism, sabotage, theft and malicious damage – Senator Security provide a highly visible deterrent utilizing their 4×4 patrol vehicles; providing a ‘preventative policy’ while ready to respond to an incident within minutes. Senator has fully vetted, trained and qualified management and personnel, constantly investing in it’s people and training to support their field operatives along with deploying a proven system of on-site management and communications backed up by senior management conducting regular site visits and meetings with the site management team.

Robbie Ryan, Director of Senator Security:“The Aberthaw Power Station project is a very good example of a successful integration of a security provider into an environment that has the challenges of day-to-day operations, major on-site heavy plant and rail logistics plus public access… this was a seamless transition from the previous provider with, already, an enhanced security service provision being delivered. Customer satisfaction is at the core of our continued success; the security team here is exceptionally good with excellent site knowledge and clearly a strong working relationship with the site managers and key personnel. Senator is gaining a reputation for delivering value-added security within specialist environments and sectors; having the Network Rail Framework Agreement and working with South Wales Ports has equipped us with the skills and knowledge that are transferable to the Utilities and Energy sectors and we are proud to have been selected to provide the vital security services needed for a facility such as this.”

We are very pleased to announce that Senator Security has achieved an outstanding rating in retaining its status as a member of the Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS). In fact, we have positioned ourselves well in to the top 5% of ACS-approved security companies in the UK, scoring well above the mark required to make that highest division. The score marks an improvement of more than 60% and the Inspector praised all aspects of the operation that fell under their scrutiny. The ACS is the recognised performance standard for guarding companies in the security sector, and requires an organisation to successfully undergo an independent audit in order to be registered as an Approved Contractor.

Continual improvement is central to the ACS: the scheme is underpinned by a progressive quality standard that aims to raise the bar (and so to raise standards) over time. The findings of the latest inspection acknowledged Senator Security’s considerable investment in changes to systems and processes, as well as incorporating leading-edge technology to improve the service delivered to customers.

In addition to the areas of good practice already identified as part of the ACS assessment, the inspector singled out Senator Security for its introduction of an employee survey as well as introducing ‘toolbox talks’ on violence in the workplace and ensuring that officers who encounter violence have access to a trauma advisor.

Senator Security’s Managing Director, Sean McGranaghan, said: “”Achieving this score puts us in the very top ranks of the 650-plus companies now in the ACS. It’s something that we are incredibly proud of. Senator Security has been a long-time supporter of the ACS as a benchmark for best practice across the security industry. As a company, we’re never content with resting on our laurels: we will always strive to push our standards to the next level and I believe our latest ACS score reflects that.”

In the summer of 2011 we, Senator Security, sponsored Alison May’s son, Nick, to go to Ghana as a volunteer to help on various orphanage school projects; Alison works in our Accounts Department at the Head Office in Bromley. We were asked if we could contribute towards things like activity books, games, footballs, etc, so we donated £500 which covered everything he needed. The text below is an overview provided by Nick when he returned… a rewarding experience for all involved.

Ghana 2011

Thank you once again for your kind sponsorship, I had a great time in Ghana, here are some of the highlights:

Upon arrival it became apparent that the female volunteers were encouraged to engage in classroom teaching, whereas the males were wanted for labour and construction. The volunteers were distributed evenly between several schools, my school was named Sunrise, located on Lake Volta. We worked 9am-2pm Monday-Friday helping to build new classrooms; I have attached a few photos of us at work.

In addition to construction, I was able to get heavily involved with the school football team. Given my personal passion for football, this was something that I loved doing, as I was able to share my coaching skills with the kids, who had never had any exposure to proper training. I managed the end of term football day, where my school travelled across Lake Volta to play a series of matches against their sister school. A personal highlight was rowing across Lake Volta with the squad, closely followed by being unwillingly elected to referee the girl’s match!

Although I only did a little teaching, I was still able to make good use of all the equipment I took, mainly at lunch time’s and after school. The children loved playing frisbee, skipping games, rounders, colouring in, and face painting. Also, the children were absolutely delighted to take home the activity books/packs I gave them. I donated all of my reading books to a local library, where the children loved us reading to them (the children all spoke English).

At the weekends our time was free… I visited Kakum National Park, on the border of the Ivory Coast. Here I slept over night in a tree house in the middle of the jungle, and did both a midnight and morning hike. A group of us spent a weekend at Kokrobite, which had an amazing beach. The area had a large rastafarian community and we got to party with them one Saturday night on the beach.

I also got to visit some of the old slave dungeons, which was emotional. Overall, I had an amazing experience, the Ghanaians embraced us and I do feel that as a volunteer I helped make a difference.

Nick

This project is to build 1.5km of track to move freight on to the west coast line at Nuneaton. It is estimated that once operational it could reduce container traffic on the A14 by 250,000 trucks a year.

The construction project is sited in a green field area which brings challenges that Senator are well equipped to meet having many years experience working in rural and rural/industrial environments… this experience is a key differential when selecting the right security company for projects such as this which encompasses a number of elevations and involves constructing a strategic rail link into the west coast down side.

Senator Security are deployed for two specific reasons, to prevent disruption to the west coast line and to prevent and deter theft or damage that would delay or compromise the construction of the project. Senator produced a security plan which was presented to NWR who selected a PTS COSS mobile patrol from the options available, plus PTS static security officer based at the most vulnerable area of the site. Senator are also supplying and deploying security technologies, such as mobile alarm systems of various types, on this project – these are proven to be effective and compliment the manned guarding.

To date the site being protected by Senator Security has not suffered any loss or damage. Senator has made contact with local land owners and the local community allowing them to have a direct point of contact should they see or hear anything. Although Senator’s primary role is security; since being deployed our mobile patrol has successfully prevented a suicide in the adjacent quarry when the police could not attend due to other problems in the Nuneaton area. This isn’t unusual and Senator’s well trained and experienced personnel are able to work on their own initiative, adapting to each incident with vigilance and versatility.

Bill Searle; National Rail Sector Manager for Senator Security, added, “Nuneaton is a well-known hot spot for cable theft and damage to infrastructure, unfortunately, with a number of different security companies being deployed over the years without much success, this has continued to be a problem. However, since our deployment and with us operating in a proactive, high profile manner, this situation has changed significantly. Key to this is our approach, planning and working with the local communities which has, so far, proved to be effective in protecting this project. Deterrent and prevention are the essential ingredients in delivering an effective rail security solution… and if security is effective it immediately becomes cost effective.”

Senator Security was awarded the Network Rail Framework Agreement in 2011.

For railway security and PTS security enquiries please contact:
Bill Searle; National Rail Sector Manager
Mobile: 07717 711304
Email: bill.searle[at]senatorsecurity.co.uk
Office: 01543 411811

Senator Security, the UK security services provider, is increasingly recognised as one of the leading independent security companies providing ‘value-added’ Manned Guarding, Keyholding and Alarm Response security solutions for the Retail sector.

January 2012; London, UK; Senator Security, one of the UK’s leading independent security services providers is delivering security services within the retail environment for a growing number of Shopping Centres and Retail Parks in England and Wales. Senator is proud to be associated with, and to be the key suppliers of, various crucial customer services roles to numerous Shopping Centres and Retail Parks across the UK. One of the first additions to Senator’s customer portfolio was The Orchard Centre, Didcot, which; along with the ‘normal’ challenges a shopping centre brings, is also a public thoroughfare… fortunately, Senator is experienced in ‘contained’ and ‘open access’ shopping environments; including car park security and management. The Regional Centre Manager for The Orchard Centre, Steve Murray, commented; “In today’s retail environment, comprehensive communications between centre management, the security supplier and the tenants are critical to achieving a rewarding and safe shopping experience for their customers”.

Robbie Ryan, Director, Senator Security commented; ‘Having worked with the Shopping Centre and Retail Park Managers and their respective teams for the last few years, we believe we fully understand the culture and working ethos which closely reflects our own. We care passionately about our people and the services we provide; our on-going training, support and relationship with all our personnel is undoubtedly the key to our success. We are delighted to have developed relationships with the management teams of the Shopping Centres and Retail Parks we work with and look forward to many more years of successfully working with them in delivering total customer satisfaction.”

Regional Centre Manager, Steve Murray, added; “Our priority is to provide an enjoyable, safe and secure environment in which to work, shop and socialise but, of course, we are aware that there are hazards and threats we must guard against and be prepared for; however, it is often the every-day security against unruly youths, moving on vagrants or controlling the ‘night-time economy’ that becomes the focus of our time and attention – this is where the right security provider really delivers value and worth”.

The Orchard Centre isn’t alone in securing Senator Security’s services; Lewisham Shopping Centre, London; The Shires Shopping Centre, Trowbridge; Clifton Down Shopping Centre, Bristol; Market Quay Shopping Centre, Fareham; Cyfarthfa Retail Park, Merthyr Tydfil and Merlin’s Walk Shopping Centre in Carmarthen have benefited from the security and value-added services provided by Senator and it’s team of SIA Approved, experienced and well trained security management and personnel.

The type of services provided by Senator Security vary according to location and client need; from ‘traditional’ Manned Guarding, Control Room, Front-of-House, Information Desks and Town Centre CCTV Public Space Surveillance through to FM support activities including Contract Cleaning and Managed Car Park Services as Senator Security are a British Parking Association [BPA] Approved Operator. Additionally, Senator provides Alarm Response and Mobile Patrol/Key Holding services for multi-site retail and franchise operations; supported by Senator’s own UK based 24/7 Remote Monitoring and Control Centre.

Senator Security continue to support local communities as part of an ongoing Corporate and Social Responsibility program and have recently supported two schools – All Saints C of E Primary School, Horsham and St. Stephen’s Catholic Primary School, Welling, that have both introduced the SafeStart initiative.

SafeStart have looked at ways of teaching children safety values and can conclude that children learn much more easily when they are having fun. With this in mind SafeStart have produced excellent quality resources that are designed to captivate children’s attention, delivering vital safety messages in a fun and interactive way.

SafeStart’s main resource is a Safety CD-Rom that covers key elements of safety for children aged 5 to 11. It comprises of games covering road safety, Internet safety, anti-bullying, eco awareness and more. The teacher’s section has printable lesson plans associated with each game, printable activities and certificates for the children.

SafeStart have also produced safety posters and safety leaflets for parents and carers. The leaflets will be distributed to parents/carers of the children that attend the school.

www.safestartuk.org

Senator Security is proud to receive their ‘Certificate of Achievement’ following their support of the sponsored walk to support the Demelza Hospice in 2011.

Demelza Hospice Care for Children provides respite care, short breaks, symptom control and end of life care for children and young people with life limited and life threatening conditions including those having treatment for cancer at their two hospices and a community team supporting children, young people and families in Kent, South East London and East Sussex.

Demelza Kent:
Rook Lane, Bobbing, Sittingbourne, Kent. ME9 8DZ

Demelza South East London:
5 Wensley Close, Eltham, London. SE9 5AB

Demelza Community:
Red Lion House, Magham Down, Hailsham, East Sussex. BN27 1PN

Demelza Hospice – Senator Security supports the Lewisham Shopping Centre and staff to raise a total of £40k for the hospice. Senator’s contribution was £500 and we sponsored the t-shirts for the sponsored walk – Sittingbourne to Eltham. Senator continues to have a commitment to supporting local causes and the communities within which we work. Andy Grice, operations Director, Senator Security, added, “We were happy to support the Demelza Hospice and congratulations to our team and all involved for raising a huge amount.”

Four members from Lewisham Shopping Security / Maintenance and Management team took part; Richard Huntley, Andrew Cook, Anthony Rose and Michael Moffat

Following a very successful Charity Golf Day recently, the team at Senator were delighted to present a cheque for £1000 to the Ty Hafan Hospice. Robbie Ryan, Senator Security Director, commented, “This was a very rewarding experience for us at Senator, we had great support for the Golf Day and I thank all those who fought the course, and the weather, for their contributions and involvement. We are delighted we were able to ‘do our bit’ to help with this donation.”

 From left to right: Robbie Ryan, Senator Sales Director; Alison May, Senator; Laura Barlow, Ty Hafan Business & Community Development Officer; Diane Stringer, Business & Community Coordinator and Sean McGranaghan, Managing Director of Senator Security Services

What is Tŷ Hafan?

A team of palliative care specialists with one aim: providing care and being there for your child and your family. Since 1999, Ty Hafan have helped over 400 families and want to help you too. With life-limited children and young people, care is often given over a number of years. Ty Hafan offer short break care to give families desperately needed time-out, which can include accommodation for any family member that wants to stay over. Ty Hafan provide relief and support outside the hospice, at home and in the community to ensure that each child has a comprehensive care programme. Ty Hafan are able to deliver an excellent standard of care through qualified and trained staff. These include children’s nurses, social workers and play workers. Ty Hafan are monitored by Health Inspectorate Wales under regulations set by legislation, through annual and unannounced inspections. The reports of which can be viewed at www.hiw.org.uk

Right now, you may simply want to focus on getting through each day, but when you’re ready to get in touch Ty Hafan will be there for you and your child, every step of the way and for as long as you need us. If you would like to know more about Tŷ Hafan and find out how we can help your family, please contact us on 029 2053 2200 or care@tyhafan.org