Secured by Design (SBD) is the official UK police security initiative that promotes safer buildings through effective design and proven physical security. Owned by UK Policing, SBD aims to reduce crime by encouraging the use of tested security products and designing environments that help deter criminal activity.
SBD combines high-performance security products with good building design principles, including natural surveillance, clear boundary definition and controlled access, helping to create safer homes, workplaces and public spaces.
Products awarded Police Preferred Specification have been independently tested and certified to demonstrate their ability to resist criminal attack. These include:
Approved Document Q forms part of the Building Regulations for England and applies to new dwellings, including many building conversions. It requires entrance doors, accessible windows and rooflights to meet recognised security standards that help resist unauthorised access.
In most cases, compliance is demonstrated using products that have been tested to PAS 24, the recognised enhanced security standard for doorsets and windows.
While PAS 24 confirms that a product design has successfully passed security testing, third-party certification provides ongoing independent auditing to ensure products continue to be manufactured to the same standard. This gives developers, building owners and residents confidence that installed products consistently meet the required level of security.
EEFSS provides inspection, maintenance and installation services that support compliance with Approved Document Q and recognised industry standards.
Whether you require advice on physical security, PAS 24-tested products, door and window compliance, or security upgrades, our experienced team can help you identify practical solutions for your property.
From fire doors and access control to physical security and compliance, EEFSS delivers practical, professional solutions that help protect people, property and assets.
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