Security Sales & Integration

The Gold Book 2013

SSI serves security installing contractors providing systems and services; surveillance, access control, biometrics, fire alarm and home control/automation. Coverage in commercial and residential product applications, designs, techniques, operations.

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HOW TO Prepare Vital Systems for Power Outages B y the time disaster strikes, it is too late to take many of the important steps to protect a business from power failure. Unfortunately, disaster plans often do not include power contingencies. Without power, there is no security, and the safety of both employees and customers is compromised. To ensure the safety of everyone involved, a thorough contingency plan must be developed. Tis plan should contain detailed roles, responsibilities, teams and procedures associated with restoring systems following a disruption. Tis process can be broken into four steps: ADVERTORIAL 1. Identifying Priorities — planning begins with prioritizing critical functions. Establishing which systems and applications take priority, and how long they must be maintained. 2. Protecting Networks — fully integrated and interdependent networks rely on continuity across the entire system; without power, information grinds to a halt. 3. Backing Up Security Systems — these systems are installed to protect assets, but more importantly, to protect people; if power fails, safety is immediately compromised. 4. Maintaining Communications — during emergencies, communication is vital. Not being able to relay information can lead to chaos and increasing danger after a disaster occurs. Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS). Tese devices provide protection from all power problems, including spikes, surges and brownouts, along with providing backup power during blackouts. Tree types are available, depending on application, which can protect equipment ranging from small peripherals to enterprise data centers. Many considerations must be made when selecting the proper unit, including Once contingency plans have been created and power-critical vulnerabilities are identifed, the requirements for power protection can be assessed. Critical systems must be protected from all power problems — a job for www.securitysales.com/freeinfo/22164 44 / SECURITYSALES.COM / THE GOLD BOOK 2013 how much electrical load it must support, the quality of power required by the equipment, and the amount of runtime needed during a blackout. With proper planning and power contingency plans in place, disaster does not have to mean compromised safety at your customers' business. For more detailed information on creating your disaster plan, visit www. minutemanups.com/disasterplanning

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