Manufacturing Security: 5 Unbeatable Strategies to Secure Your Building and Protect Against Intruders
Property Protection Personal Protection Cyber Protection // 09 March 2023
Protect your manufacturing business with these 5 unbeatable strategies for physical and procedural security measures, and monitoring systems to secure your building against intruders.
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Manufacturing Security: 5 Unbeatable Strategies to Secure Your Building and Protect Against Intruders
Protect your manufacturing business with these 5 unbeatable strategies for physical and procedural security measures, and monitoring systems to secure your building against intruders.
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Manufacturing Security: Unlock the Power of These 5 Advanced Technologies!
In this blog post, we’ll explore five advanced security technologies that can help manufacturers protect their operations, their staff and their customers.
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Manufacturing Security 101: Essential Security Services for Protecting your Property
In this blog, we will discuss the benefits of security services for manufacturing facilities and the types of services available.
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Securing your Manufacturing Business over the Christmas Period
As a manufacturing business, it’s important to ensure the safety and security of your premises and operations during the Christmas period.
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How to Protect your Manufacturing Assets with an Intruder Alarm
With the right security solutions in place, manufacturers can protect essential assets such as machinery, computer networks and supply chain data. Read on to learn more about how you can protect your manufacturing assets with an intruder alarm.
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Brownouts: How Will it Affect the Security of your Business?
You may feel especially vulnerable when a power outage occurs. A brownout can cause all sorts of problems. Your security system may not operate properly if it shuts off as a result of a brownout, for a variety of reasons.
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Monitored vs Unmonitored Intruder Alarms
Intruder alarms are a common security measure that can provide protection against intrusion, such as unauthorised entry, into a building. In this blog, we highlight the differences to monitored and unmonitored intruder alarms.
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Good Vs Bad Access Control
In the modern world, we encounter access control systems of different types in all walks of life. In this blog, we go through some of the good and bad things about access control systems.
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19 Reasons to Automate your Access Control
Labour are expensive, and standards can be inconsistent. Moreover, metal keys are easy to copy, locks problematic to re-key when lost and there is no audit trail of who, where and when the access point was used. Here are 19 reasons to automate your access control.
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Access Control: What You Need to Know
Access Control is a core security management function that controls who goes where and when. In this blog we discuss physical access control, along with where it overlaps with logical access control.
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CCTV: Passive Vs Active Surveillance
Active and Passive Surveillance systems are two different ways you can use a CCTV systems in your businesses. In this blog, I have discussed some of the positives and negatives of the systems.
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What CCTV can(not) be used for?
CCTV is an integral part of any security program, however, it will not solve all crime. In this blog, we have put together some of the things that CCTV can do, along with some of the things it cannot do.
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6 Layers of Security you Should be Using
We often talk of the benefits of a layered security approach, or security in depth. But what does that mean? What are layers of security? In this blog, we reveal some of the layers of security you should be using right now.
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Case Study: How HRUFC Discovered Real Peace of Mind
Huddersfield Rugby Union Football Club changed security provider and discovered real peace of mind. Read the full case study here.
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Securing your Business over the Christmas Period
With business’ winding down for the Christmas period, premises can become prime targets for cyber attacks, criminal activity, and property damage. We’ve got a few top tips to help you protect your business and prevent any unwanted disasters occurring before you return in the New Year.
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Old Buildings Vs New Buildings
If your business is based in a building, or you are looking to move into a building, then you are probably concerned with its security. In this blog, we explore the differences between these two types of buildings from a security perspective.
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4 Tips to Reduce the Vulnerability of a Security Fence
In this blog, we expose the most likely ways a perimeter fence is breached along with tips to protect against them.
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10 Tips for the Perfect Perimeter
Your perimeter is often your first line of defence against criminal activity. Whichever form it takes, it is imperative to get it right, because the effectiveness of your perimeter has a direct impact on the security of your whole business.
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3 Crime Prevention Strategies
Those companies that are successful in looking beyond just direct crime prevention, can save enormous sums of money in security budgets. They are happier and more productive business enterprises, often with more stable workforces…
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3 Stages of Effective Security Management
Ensuring that your business is protected correctly is not something that should be taken lightly. After all, an effective security plan could mean the difference between investing in further growth or losing money through criminal activity.
But how to start?
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5 Security Strategies to Support your COVID Recovery
As we all look to life beyond the pandemic, we reveal 5 security strategies to support your recovery.
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4 Lessons Learnt from COVID
Here’s 4 lessons we learnt from the COVID 19 pandemic.
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New Normal: 5 Key Benefits of Remote Working
In this blog, we research 5 key benefits of remote working that will add value to your business.
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Mental Health: 9 Practical Tips for Employers
Employers have a duty of care to reasonably support their employee’s health, safety, and wellbeing. This blog highlights exactly what your responsibilities are, along with some practical tips on how you can achieve this and support your employees better.
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10 Tips to Improve Employee’s Mental Health in the New Normal
Working in collaboration with Flourish in Mind, we have put together these 10 tips for improving employee’s mental health in the new normal.
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Equilibrium Risk Launches Webinar Series to Help Create a Safer New Normal
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Case Study: How Stafflex Changed Security Provider, and Discovered More
Stafflex switch their property protection requirements, and discovered more. Read the full case study here
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4 Security Tips for the New Normal
Working remotely has become the new normal. We have put together these tips to help business be more secure, no matter where their staff work.
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Business Recovery Post COVID
As we continue our support for businesses, we are excited to announce the launch of our webinar: Business Recovery Post COVID.
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Case Study: How Stafflex Returned their Staff Safely to the Workplace
Following a case of COVID-19 in the workplace, Stafflex turned to Equilibrium Risk to support their business. Read the case study.
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COVID-19: Return to Work Checklist
As the fight against the spread of COVID-19 continues, we have created this return to work checklist to provide some advice and guidance to business to allow them to return to work in a safe and secure way..
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Technology to Fight COVID-19
With business getting back to work, this blog highlights some technology that is available to support businesses.
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COVID-19 Compliance Officer
Our mission is to provide a secure environment for your business to operate, and now is no different. We are pleased to be able to offer COVID-19 Compliance Officer services is support you getting back to work smoothly.
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Coronavirus: Getting Back to Work
The count down is on until we are allowed back to work. Here is some advice to help get you back to work safely.
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Cyber Security Remote Working Checklist
As we prepare to get back to the ‘new normal’, we have produced a cyber security remote working checklist to help keep businesses secure.
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Celebrating 5 Years in Business
We are delighted to announce that we have reached the ripe old age of 5 years old! As a birthday present to ourselves, we have launched a new website. As a birthday present for you, we are giving away 5 cyber vulnerability assessments!
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Is Coronavirus a Crisis?
Every aspect of life and business has been effected by the Coronavirus. But is it a crisis? Our blog delves a little deeper.
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Coronavirus: Security Tips to Secure your Property
Uncertain times can lead to opportunities for criminals. Here are some tips to help secure your property during this time.
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Coronavirus: Security Tips for Remote Working
Uncertainty can lead to opportunities for criminals to exploit. We are ideally placed to provide some advice and guidance to keep you and your staff safe.
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4 Instances When You Should Consider Security
As a business owner, you have a lot of balls to juggle. We have put together a list of 4 instances when you should focus on security.
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December Workshop Announced
Equilibrium Risk is excited to announce that the date of their final workshop of the year will be Tuesday 3rd December, in Huddersfield.
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Supporting Business Growth
Equilibrium Risk ran their third Understanding your Security Risk workshop of the year- I found the workshop to be eye-opening and very useful.
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Events Announced
The next couple of months promises to be a busy period for Equilibrium Risk as they announce the launch of 2 events. Read all about where and when and why you shouldn’t miss out.
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10 Security Tips for Lone Working
With employers wanting to hire and retain the best staff and employees embrace their new-found freedoms and find employment that works for them, flexible working is the new norm. But this has led to more lone working, or employees being classed as ‘at-risk’. Here are 10 security tips for working ‘at-risk’.
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8 Things to Consider BEFORE Investing in Security
Cost is always a consideration before an investment.
Here are 8 things to consider before investing in security.
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Case Study: How a Layered Security Plan Prevented Loss
Huddersfield Rugby Union Football Club has been a long-standing client of ours. However, around 6 months ago they suffered a break-in – the first under our watch. Read about what happened.
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More Workshop Success for Equilibrium Risk
Following the success of the first Understanding your Security Risk workshop, we are delighted to announce that the second workshop, held last month, was also a hit.
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May Workshop Date Announced
Following the success of our first Understanding your Security Risk workshop, we are delighted to announce the date for our second workshop.
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Guidance on the Use of Security Cameras
Simply putting up a camera in the hope of stopping criminal activity is not going to work. A more detail approach needs to be made if the system is going to achieve what you want it to.
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Understand your Security Risk
Your business is at risk from cyber attacks, criminal activity and even accidents at work. But with budgets being tight, where do you invest your hard earned money?
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What Makes Us Different
You should never underestimate the importance of good security. Used effectively, security will add value to your business. Do you really have money to waste on ineffective security?
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The CCTV Camera is Dead....
Cameras are commonplace in the UK these days, we see them everywhere. But the way cameras are used is evolving. They are no longer on standalone ‘closed circuit’ systems, but rather connected to the internet or large networks. They have changed, and so too must the name….
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Bonfire Night
Whether you are organising or just attending a bonfire and firework display with the customary pie and peas, jacket spuds, treacle toffee, parkin etc., it is timely to give a gentle reminder of a few precautions to ensure that the evening is incident free.
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Cross-sector Safety and Security Communications
The Cross-sector Safety and Security Communications is a partnership between law enforcement agencies, local and national government organisations and private sector business,
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Securing your Garden
Last week saw the first ever ‘Secured by Design’ (SBD) garden displaying at the renown RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show, highlighting the importance gardening and landscaping has in reducing burglary. Read about it here.
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Intruder Alarms
Protecting your business is important to any business owner but getting it right can be tricky. In this blog, we cover what an intruder alarm is, the types and grades of intruder alarms, integration with CCTV and lastly give some tips on using an intruder alarm effectively.
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Security Convergence
We have all heard of cybersecurity, it’s in the news almost daily, but you may not have heard of security convergence. But that’s OK, few people have. But what is it? What does it mean to your business?
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Using CCTV to Protect your Business
Currently, there is a proliferation of CCTV, everyone is installing it. Using it to protect their businesses, their staff, and their cars absolutely anything. But does it make a difference? Are their businesses, staff, and cars more secure? We look into it in detail.
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High Value Items
What would happen if your business was targeted by criminals. Would they be able to effect your business? If they were able to steal or restrict access to what your business needs most to run, would your business be able to deal with such an impact? Would your business survive?
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Key Control
With all the ‘high tech’ threats and the ‘up to date’ technological solutions, the humble key is often over looked. But take a second and think, how many doors are there in your business that have a mechanical lock? It is easy to forget that those keys really are important,not looking after them correctly can leave you very vulnerable .
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Access Management
Access control is often misunderstood and implemented, with bad access control being a major factor in businesses falling victim to criminal activity. In this blog we will be looking at what access control is, what you should be striving for when installing it and lastly, a few tips on getting it right.
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Fraudscape 2018 is released!
The latest report from Cifas- the Leaders in Fraud Prevention, Fraudscape 2018, is out and there maybe cause for a small celebration: overall, fraudulent conduct has decreased!
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What is Malware?
Everything you need to know about Malware and how to protect against it.
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Stop the Hackers: How to Protect your Business Against Cybercrime
With this in mind, we’ve put together some basic precautions so you can ensure your business doesn’t fall victim to the devastating effects of cybercrime.
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Case Study: Confidential Waste Disposal as a means of providing data security to SME’s
Confidential waste poses a challenge to businesses big and small. Often, businesses don’t recognise the importance and fragility of the data they hold, and therefore don’t have measures in place to dispose of it in a safe way.
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5 Common Mistakes
Keeping track of your business records, or looking after your business’ documents can be a difficult task. Giving your employees this responsibility is fraught with danger and can be a real headache. Any mistakes can be costly and time-consuming.
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Making a Robbery More Difficult
We have put together a few tips to help make a robbery more difficult.
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Prepare your Business for EU Data Protection Laws
Businesses across the UK are being urged to prepare for new EU data protection laws, which could see firms being fined up to €20m.
A new legislation, which is known as General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) intends to strengthen and unify data protection for individuals within the European union (EU). It will also address the issue of exporting personal data outside
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What is Key Holding?
For some businesses, Key Holding is a vital part of their business security plan. Over the years it has developed, but what is it? and should you use it in your business?
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How to Create a Strong Password
You may think it is easier to simply use the same password on different sites or to use passwords that are easy to remember such your date-of-birth or a child’s name. Unfortunately, these types of passwords can easily be hacked.
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EQ Risk educate Chamber Members at Business Forum
We were invited as guest speakers at the monthly Kirklees Business Forum, organised by the Mid-Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce to discuss the vast range of cyber security concerns faced by companies.
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Global Cyber Attack
A global WannaCry-like ransomware outbreak, which began in Russia and Ukraine and spread across Europe, was being reported yesterday. The attack is locking down networks in a number of industries, including energy, transportation and finance.
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Cyber Crime- Prevention is Better than a Cure
Would you leave your back door open, while you were out at work? Probably not. The same principle applies to business After all, ‘prevention is better than a cure’!
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Fake Chrome Update!
The fake Chrome update doesn’t seem to be in the mainstream news, but it is one you should keep an eye out for. It is not a new scam, but we have recently noticed it is doing the rounds again.
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Top 10 Tips for Successful Access Management
When considering securing your business, controlling who has access to it should always be at the top of the agenda. In fact, access control is often regarded as the most important component of effective security. Even in the modern era of cybercrime, being in charge of the entry points to your business is of paramount importance.
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Case Study: Providing Security by Upgrading Safety Measures
Securing a big site, that is home to various businesses and enterprises is essential to their smooth functioning. Even if there are security systems in place, it must be noted that one size doesn’t fit all. Therefore, it is important to monitor and review the functionality of existing systems, and adjust them if necessary.
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Equilibrium Risk Appoints Cyber Security Expert
The appointment comes in response to a growing demand within the SME market, who have very limited access to effective cyber security and is furthered strengthened by the introduction of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), taking effect next year.
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Man (Guarding) Vs Technology
Let’s get one thing straight: all businesses are vulnerable to attack. No matter what the business, or the business assets, they are exposed to risk. Therefore, all businesses should utilise some form of security risk management to protect themselves.
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Equilibrium Risk examine cyber security threats to Huddersfield businesses
On Wednesday 30th of November, Equilibrium Risk’s Cyber Security expert, Stefan Garczynski will be presenting at an informative cyber security event at the 3M Buckley Innovation Centre.
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5 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Security Company
Choosing a suitable security company for your business premises is a challenging task. Ensuring the safety and security of your biggest assets is something that should not be taken lightly. After all, a quality security plan will prevent losses and create a safe and secure environment in which to operate.
But where to start?
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VIP Close Protection
Do you have the skills to be a Close Protection Operator (CPO)? Find out what our Managing Director says about it:
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How to Protect your Home whilst on Holiday
Whether you’re taking a short break in the city or a two-week vacation in the Maldives, you’ll want to ensure your home is safe and sound for your return.
Read on to learn how you can burgle-proof your home.
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Case Study: Safeguarding Businesses with Professional Key Holding
Keyholding is the act of keeping a spare key to a residential or commercial premises.
If you would like more information about how Equilibrium Risk’s professional keyholding and alarm response services can protect your business, please get in touch today.
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Case Study: Protecting Commercial Properties Against Burglaries
Law enforcement agencies have recently expressed a concern about the increase in repeat burglaries on commercial properties. Statistics have shown that over three quarters of all burglaries committed, are second, third and sometimes fourth attacks on the same business, over the course of a year.
But what can a business do about it?
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All you Need to Know About Protecting your Home with CCTV
Did you know an individual in the UK has the right to protect their domestic property using CCTV?
If you need help making sense of a cost-effective and reliable security system for your home, get in touch today.
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Case Study: Securing Sites with CCTV and Alarm Systems
Setting up a business is a daunting prospect. One of the most important aspects is to ensure the safety and security of your new business, building, employees and assets.
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Rotherham Abuse Trial- Protecting the Media
The media have a very important job to do: to report the news. What’s in the news shapes what we think about our Country and what we consider important. But what happens when the Media can’t report the news, or are hindered in doing so?
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Launching our Training Course
Ever since Equilibrium Risk’s first inception, Jason and I, have wanted to run training courses. We didn’t want to run just run-of-the-mill courses that ‘ticked the box’. We wanted to run first class courses with added value. Courses that successful candidates would talk about. Courses that not only taught, but courses that could practice and train students in a realistic
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Behind the Scenes of the Keighley Abuse Case
Early on Friday morning (5th Feb), Equilibrium Risk received a phone call to provide specialist protection to a camera crew filming the outcome of the case at Bradford Crown Court. The group had already been found guilty at an earlier hearing, this hearing was purely for the sentencing and the film crew were worried it could turn nasty.
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Looking after the Media
Equilibrium Risk was requested to provide media protection to a camera crew working in and around East Ward Labour Club in Bradford. The media crew, working as part of a popular show, were investigating reports and complaints about uninvited neighbours. A family of travelers had made themselves at home in the grounds owned by the club.
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Keeping Lindley's Businesses Safe
We all know or have heard of Heritage Exchange, it is a well known landmark. It is very busy and popular place. This leaves for a complex security environment.
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Addressing the Needs of Yorkshire's Cyber Security
Equilibrium Risk recently spoke to members of the British Insurance Brokers’ Association at the Yorkshire & Northern Regional Knowledge Forum Tour 2015. As a young, but industry-leading company, they gave advice on how to reduce the risk of a cyber attack and how to protect electronically, and physically, held data.
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What's So Special About TalkTalk?
Hearing the news last week that TalkTalk has become a victim of a Cyber Attack, the third time this year, has made me think. It occurred to me, why TalkTalk? What makes them so special? Why are they repeatedly the target?
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Threat Understanding and Awareness
Some basic principles and advice to help improve the security at your place of work. Not all will be relevant to you but use what is useful. Implementing changes that will have the most effect but the least disruption generally work the best.
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Holiday Security
Going on holiday?
Have you ever come home from a wonderful holiday to discover that you’ve been broken into? A burglary is just as bad at any time, but there’s something about the one that happened while you were away. Perhaps you asked yourself “Why didn’t the neighbours hear what was going on?” “Why didn’t I run the table
