1、BSI Standards PublicationBS 8584:2015Vacant property protectionservices Code of practicePublishing and copyright informationThe BSI copyright notice displayed in this document indicates when the documentwas last issued. The British Standards Institution 2015Published by BSI Standards Limited 2015ISB
2、N 978 0 580 87764 3ICS 13.310The following BSI references relate to the work on this document:Committee reference GW/3Draft for comment 15/30311654 DCPublication historyFirst published October 2015Amendments issued since publicationDate Text affectedBS 8584:2015 BRITISH STANDARDContentsForeword iiIn
3、troduction 11 Scope 12 Normative references 23 Terms, definitions and abbreviations 24 General company operations 34.1 Use of contractors 34.2 Staff employment vetting 34.3 Identity cards 34.4 Health and safety 44.5 Plant and equipment 54.6 Employee training 54.7 Insurance 64.8 Security of the compa
4、ny records and documentation 65 Property protection procedures 75.1 General 75.2 Risk assessment 75.3 Documentation and agreement with client 85.4 Commencing protection 95.5 Utilities 95.6 Other 105.7 Inspections and checks 105.8 Access management 125.9 Site activities 125.10 Maintenance of site 135
5、.11 Protection by physical and electronic security 145.12 Protection by security guards or patrols 155.13 Protection by occupation 155.14 Actions at the end of protection (handover/handback) 18AnnexesAnnex A (informative) Summary of a possible process for risk management 19Annex B (normative) Tempor
6、ary alarm systems 19Bibliography 22Summary of pagesThis document comprises a front cover, an inside front cover, pages i to ii,pages 1 to 22, an inside back cover and a back cover.BRITISH STANDARD BS 8584:2015 The British Standards Institution 2015 iForewordPublishing informationThis British Standar
7、d is published by BSI Standards Limited, under licence fromThe British Standards Institution, and came into effect on 31 October 2015. Itwas prepared by Technical Committee GW/3, Private security managementservices. A list of organizations represented on this committee can be obtainedon request to i
8、ts secretary.Use of this documentAs a code of practice, this British Standard takes the form of guidance andrecommendations. It should not be quoted as if it were a specification andparticular care should be taken to ensure that claims of compliance are notmisleading.Any user claiming compliance wit
9、h this British Standard is expected to be able tojustify any course of action that deviates from its recommendations.Presentational conventionsThe provisions of this standard are presented in roman (i.e. upright) type. Itsrecommendations are expressed in sentences in which the principal auxiliaryver
10、b is “should”.Commentary, explanation and general informative material is presented insmaller italic type, and does not constitute a normative element.Contractual and legal considerationsThis publication does not purport to include all the necessary provisions of acontract. Users are responsible for
11、 its correct application.Compliance with a British Standard cannot confer immunity from legalobligations.BRITISH STANDARDBS 8584:2015ii The British Standards Institution 2015IntroductionThis code of practice is for security measures and services introduced when aproperty is at increased risk of crim
12、inal attack because it is vacant.A typical vacant property is a building that has been occupied but is temporarilynot in use prior to a new owner or tenant moving in. Many other reasons existfor the need to protect a property. It is assumed that the type of vacantproperty covered by this code of pra
13、ctice is intended to be vacant for a limitedperiod of time (although this period might in practice be a number of years).Although the property might already have security equipment or devices (e.g.high security doors) when it is temporarily unoccupied there might be greaterrisk of arson, burglary, v
14、andalism, etc. simply because criminals are aware thatthe building is not being protected in the usual way.This could also be the case when construction work is being undertaken. Forexample if an extension is being constructed, the fabric of the original buildingmight be removed, thereby creating an
15、 easy access point for burglars orsquatters.1 ScopeThis British Standard gives recommendations for the provision of security andmanagement services, the provision of manned services (static guarding, mobilepatrols, remote monitoring services), physical devices (barriers), electronicsystems (alarm an
16、d CCTV), and protection by occupation (5.3.2), for the securityof vacant properties.NOTE The nature of this provision might vary considerably according to the typeand condition of property. Protection may be given by a combination of methods.It is applicable to providers of protection services for v
17、acant properties. Suchproperties include and are not limited to:a) public b) commercial (warehousing, factories, retail);c) residential (private d) construction sites;e) open land (at risk from travellers);This British Standard is also applicable to the following types of vacancy:a) prior to first o
18、ccupancy;b) refurbishment or redevelopment;c) following damage (e.g. fire, flood, or criminal activity);d) temporary unoccupancy (e.g. up to 60 to 90 days);e) long term unoccupancy;f) derelict/awaiting demolition;g) properties requiring additional security measures not those intended to beapplied on
19、 a permanent basis.This standard does not give recommendations for the execution of maintenanceand the physical up-keep of properties.BRITISH STANDARD BS 8584:2015 The British Standards Institution 2015 12 Normative referencesThe following referenced documents are indispensable for the application o
20、fthis document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undatedreferences, the latest edition of the referenced document (including anyamendments) applies.BS 7499, Static site guarding and mobile patrol service Code of practiceBS 7858, Security screening of individuals employed in
21、a security environment Code of practiceBS 7984, Keyholding and response services Code of practiceBS EN 50130-5, Alarm systems Part 5: Environmental test methods3 Terms, definitions and abbreviations3.1 Terms and definitionsFor the purposes of this British Standard, the following terms and definition
22、sapply.3.1.1 agreementpart of the contractual arrangement between the company and the clientdescribing the services and equipment provided for the vacant propertyprotection of their propertyNOTE This is different from the agreement between the company and a propertyguardian.3.1.2 intruder alarm syst
23、emalarm system to detect and indicate the presence, entry or attempted entry ofan intruder into supervised premisesSOURCE: BS EN 50131-1:2006+A1:2009, 3.1.363.1.3 property guardianperson licensed to occupy a property by a company, on behalf of the propertyowner3.1.4 property guardian licencelegal ag
24、reement between a company and a person allowing them to occupy aproperty on a non-exclusive basis3.1.5 protection by occupationmethod whereby a company arranges for property guardians to live in theproperty3.1.6 vacant property protectionprovision of people, services and equipment at a defined build
25、ing or site tomaintain the integrity of that place against human, environmental and naturalthreats in lieu of normal occupation or use3.1.7 temporary alarm systemsystem with the ability to detect and indicate the presence of unauthorizedpersons or a hazard within a vacant property.NOTE A temporary a
26、larm system is different from an intruder alarm system asdefined in 3.1.2.BRITISH STANDARDBS 8584:20152 The British Standards Institution 20153.2 AbbreviationsADSL asymmetric digital subscriber lineCCTV closed circuit television (for surveillance purposes)GSM global system for mobile communicationsG
27、PRS general packet radio servicePSTN public switched telephone networkTAS temporary alarm systemVPP vacant property protection4 General company operationsCOMMENTARY ON CLAUSE 4This clause gives recommendations applicable to the operations of the company butnot specific to the protection of individua
28、l properties.4.1 Use of contractorsIt is the responsibility of companies employing contractors to ensure that work iscarried out in accordance with this standard.4.2 Staff employment vettingAll staff with access to protected properties or information regarding protectedproperties, or undertaking act
29、ivities covered by BS 7984 should be selected andscreened in accordance with BS 7858.If employees are acquired through a takeover, the organization should satisfyitself that the provisions of 4.6 have been fully met.NOTE 1 Contractors carrying out work at the vacant property that is not related toth
30、e provision of protection or security need not be security screened in accordancewith BS 7858.Access to the property should be in accordance with 5.8. The company shouldensure that the activities of contractors have not compromised the securityprovided.NOTE 2 Property guardians are not contractors.4
31、.3 Identity cardsAll employees operating in public or at the vacant property should be issuedwith, and instructed to carry at all times whilst on duty, a photographic cardconfirming their position with the company. The company should ensure theperiodic renewal of identity cards for each employee, an
32、d the withdrawal andappropriate disposal of identity cards on termination of employment contracts.Each identity card should include the following information:a) company name, address and telephone number(s);b) employees name, photograph, and signature;c) expiry date, not more than three years from d
33、ate of issue.NOTE 1 Legislation or standards might impose additional requirements.NOTE 2 I.D. cards would normally have a unique identifier, such as a payrollnumber or employee number.BRITISH STANDARD BS 8584:2015 The British Standards Institution 2015 34.4 Health and safety4.4.1 GeneralIf the compa
34、ny has a health and safety policy, such policy should documenthealth and safety policy/procedures directly relating to the vacant propertyprotection (VPP) business and should address monitoring of compliance with thepolicy.NOTE 1 Attention is drawn to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 1(supplem
35、ented by the Management of Health b) hard hat/bumper cap;c) high visibility jacket;d) other equipment depending on risk assessment (e.g. torches/mobilecommunication devices).The Health and Safety Management Regulations 1 state that representatives ofcompanies are to be given the appropriate informat
36、ion and training concerning thehealth and safety risks that such equipment should avoid or limit.For the purposes of a risk assessment, attention is drawn to the Personal ProtectiveEquipment Regulations 2002 5 (S.I. 2002 No 1144).4.4.5 Loneworker operationsNOTE A lone worker is defined by the HSE as
37、 “an employee who performs anactivity that is intended to be carried out in isolation without close or directsupervision”. Employers have a duty of care to lone workers.BRITISH STANDARDBS 8584:20154 The British Standards Institution 2015The company should have a lone worker policy in place with the
38、intention ofmanaging the risk to lone workers. Lone working should be decreased to aminimum or, if this is not possible, then risk mitigation techniques should be putin place.4.4.6 Employee healthThe company should have a procedure to ensure that employees are in asuitable physical condition to perf
39、orm their work.4.5 Plant and equipment4.5.1 GeneralNOTE There are three categories of plant and equipment:a) that owned by the client as part of the property to be protected but which isnot in use during the period of protection (e.g. manufacturing machinery, airconditioning systems);b) that owned b
40、y the client as part of the property but which is used either tomaintain the building and services or as part of the security (e.g. intruder alarmsystem, sprinkler system);c) that owned by the company and used as part of the vacant property protectionor in readiness as part of threat mitigation plan
41、s (e.g. temporary alarm system,portable generator, and emergency pumps).Only employees with appropriate training and where applicable, with necessarylicenses or permits, should carry out the operation, adjustment, installation orremoval of plant and equipment.4.5.2 Plant and equipment owned by the c
42、lientProperty owned by the client should only be operated, adjusted, installed,removed or switched on/off by the company as stated in the agreement.The company should obtain proof from the client that plant and equipment hasbeen checked and serviced at regular intervals in accordance with manufactur
43、errecommendations and legislation before the equipment is used.Plant and equipment owned by the client should not be removed from sitewithout the clients permission.4.5.3 Plant and equipment owned by the companyAll plant and equipment owned by the company should be checked and servicedat regular int
44、ervals in accordance with manufacturer recommendations. Recordsshould be kept of checks and services.4.6 Employee trainingPrior to commencing duties employees should receive training. The traininggiven to employees should include:a) an understanding of the vacant property protective business;b) heal
45、th and safety requirements (see 4.4);c) installation and removal techniques (as appropriate);d) guarding/patrol techniques;e) risk assessment (see 5.2);f) awareness of company procedures;g) client care;BRITISH STANDARD BS 8584:2015 The British Standards Institution 2015 5h) an awareness of continuou
46、s business improvement (e.g. by providingfeedback based on experience to improve procedures).In-house training can provide employees with knowledge of how to fulfil theirjob function to meet employers procedures. Where more specialised training(e.g. forklift truck training) is required, such trainin
47、g should be provided by arelevant organizationTraining records and future training plans should be maintained for all membersof staff. The effectiveness of all searches should be monitored and, if necessary,refresher or remedial training should be provided as soon as practicable.Employers should pro
48、vide training to cover changes in methods, procedures orlegislation.4.7 InsuranceCompanies should have sufficient insurance cover and communicate it to theclient see 5.3.1 f).NOTE 1 Examples of forms of insurance are public liability, contractual, efficacy,employers liability, third party indemnity,
49、 and fidelity guarantee insurance.NOTE 2 Contracts might impose minimum requirements.4.8 Security of the company records and documentationThe company should have a documented procedure for the safe custody andconfidentiality and restriction of access to materials and information related tothe vacant property and employee records. This includes:a) safe custody of all keys, access and security codes;b) information about locks, safes and other security measures at the clientssite;c) documentation relating to the vacant property and equipment; andd)
