Independent certification for professional VSS providers
This scheme is suitable for organisations that design, install, commission or maintain Video Surveillance Systems (VSS), commonly known as CCTV systems.
SSAIB certification provides independent assurance that your organisation has been assessed against recognised industry standards and codes of practice. It demonstrates that you have competent personnel, appropriate management arrangements and effective technical procedures in place.
Assessment may include a review of:
A VSS should be designed around the nature and level of the identified risk. Its purpose, coverage, image quality, recording arrangements and operating procedures should be clearly established through agreed operational requirements.
Systems must also be designed and operated with appropriate consideration for privacy and applicable legal requirements. These may include UK data protection legislation and the Human Rights Act, where relevant.
As part of the certification process, an experienced SSAIB assessor will inspect a representative selection of completed installations. This helps confirm that your documented procedures are being applied consistently and that systems are designed, installed, commissioned and maintained to the appropriate standard.
Certification can help your organisation:
Achieving SSAIB certification demonstrates your commitment to providing effective, reliable and responsibly managed video surveillance systems that meet the agreed needs of your customers.