What is NSI Gold accreditation?
NSI’s Gold schemes are designed for companies who meet the industry’s highest technical standards and maintain a commitment to continual improvement with ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
What is the difference between NSI Gold and Silver?
While Silver approval is tailored towards product accreditation, the NSI Gold Standard incorporates both product certification and the Quality Management System Certification that is relevant to each company’s industry.
What is BAFE SP203?
BAFE manage and maintain a Scheme called BAFE SP203-1 which covers Fire Detection and Fire Alarm Systems. This Scheme exists to deliver quality, independent evidence that providers are competent to deliver design, installation, commissioning and/or maintenance fire detection and fire alarm system services.
How much does BAFE cost?
You will not pay anything directly to BAFE and you will need to enquire with your chosen Certification Body for assessment costs.
Is NSI and Nacoss the same?
National Security Inspectorate (NSI) was formed from the merger of NACOSS (National Approval Council for Security Systems) and ISI (Inspectorate of the Security Industry). NSI is the first certification body licensed by BAFE to provide third party certification for providers of fire detection and alarm systems.
What is BAFE accreditation?
British Approvals For Fire Equipment The ‘BAFE tick’ is a mark of accreditation which allows businesses to find both SMEs and larger national companies who have been independently audited to industry-wide benchmarks – in particular the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
How do I get NSI silver?
NSI Systems Silver is only awarded to a company after rigorous checks have been conducted. These companies must display technical expertise and business competence.
What does BAFE stand for?
British Approvals for Fire Equipment
Therefore, British Approvals for Fire Equipment is exclusively denoted and recognised as BAFE (and BAFE Fire Safety Register) holding appropriate trademarks for these. BAFE also holds the trademark for the tagline BAFE – British Approvals for Fire Excellence which is used for marketing purposes.
How do I get BAFE accreditation?
To apply for the BAFE SP203-1 scheme, just call us on 0333 015 6626. The scheme document specifies the conditions to be met by certificated organisations and can be found here. Certification Recommended – your business will be recommended for certification if your office processes meet the requirements of BAFE SP203-1.
Is BAFE a legal requirement?
No – BAFE Registration/Third Party Certification to a BAFE Scheme is currently not a legal requirement. Registering your company with BAFE is completely voluntary. Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Third Party Certification is highlighted in guidance issued by Government and the Fire and Rescue Service.
Is the BaFe scheme sp205 approved by NSI?
NSI approves individuals and organisations who provide life safety fire risk assessments (BAFE scheme SP205).
What does NSI mean by fire silver scheme?
NSI’s Fire Silver schemes are designed as a stepping stone towards Fire Gold. It requires companies to meet the same high level of technical competence as the Fire Gold scheme. NSI approves fire safety companies providing services in accordance with BAFE schemes as follows: BS EN ISO 9001 Quality Management System Requirements
How is a fire alarm system approved by NSI?
Once the category of fire alarm system has been determined by carrying out a fire risk assessment, your NSI approved company can advise you of the most appropriate type of fire alarm system for the building. For more information. fire safety. NSI approval tells you the company is:
Which is BaFe fire safety scheme gold or silver?
This fire-safety scheme covers the design, installation, commissioning, recharge and maintenance of these specialist fire protection systems. The BAFE SP101 ‘Competency of Portable Fire Extinguisher Organisations and Technicians’ Scheme is available for companies at Gold and Silver level.