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Standards & Testing

The standards listed on these pages are those currently identified by Secured by Design under the 'Police Preferred Specification' scheme. Additional standards will be added if and when appropriate.

Test Houses

For a list of UKAS accredited test houses currently testing and certifying SBD products
 

Certification Bodies

For a list of certification/ accreditation bodies currently accepted by SBD
 


 

Security products without the benefit of a suitable public test standard may be accepted having passed a rigorous evaluation by a technical authority acceptable to Secured by Design (e.g. Home Office Scientific Development Branch (HOSDB) or Motor Insurance Repair Research Centre, Thatcham).

Further Information

Technical standards are an essential part of selecting the correct security. To assist with the comparison of standards where different risk levels apply, we have published the following guides in conjunction with the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) and the Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB):

Download PDF Computer Security Standards Guide
Download PDF Doors and Windows Security Guide
Download PDF Security Screens Guide

To purchase BSI Standards, please click here

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