Security Needs Assessment Hea06 Crime Impact Statement (CIS) BREEAM Consultants & Certification
BREEAM Security Needs Assessment Hea06 Security Enhancements to private residencies
& commercial spaces Home Offices Places of Worship Funding Scheme Crime Impact Statement (CIS) Secured by Design Consultation Planning Applications
SQSS Leaflet What We Do - Graphite Security Architectural Design For Crime Guide
About Us

AWARD WINNING SECURITY CONSULTANCY

We exist to help reduce crime and create safer living spaces for people, With the overriding aim of reducing stress on the police.

Architecture Award, Graphite Security
 

What We Do

Great security design can be achieved through a host of security certification schemes.

Such as BREEAM , Hea 06 Security Needs Assessments, Secured by Design, SABRE Assessments and Home Offices Places of Worship Funding Scheme.

And we at Graphite Security are here to help you achieve that whilst keeping budget, operations, and sustainability front of mind

Service Breakdown

 

BREEAM Security Needs Assessment

Security Needs Assessments (SNA) are conducted by in-house Suitably Qualified Security Specialists (SQSS).

Full Security Assessment

Full Security Assessment includes mapping your assets, identifying security threats and vulnerabilities, determining and prioritizing risks, analyzing and developing security controls, documenting results, creating a remediation plan, implementing recommendations, and evaluating effectiveness.

Crime Impact Statement(CIS)

The Crime Impact Statement (CIS) is the report requested by local planning authorities, to be submitted with major planning applications.

 
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Qualifications

 
Secured By design licensed consultant

Secured by Design Licensed

Recognised as an SBD Licensed Consultant, a trusted expert endorsed by the SBD Police initiative to offer specialized Crime Prevention design advice. Holding an SBD license empowers us to provide comprehensive guidance, advice, and management across all stages of an SBD development, from pre-planning to completion, culminating in the police service's development sign-off and approval.

Graphite Security- design out crime certificate

Design Out Crime Certficate

A leading expert in crime prevention, specializing in the Level 5 Diploma in Crime Prevention – Designing Out Crime. We focus on the role of Design Out Crime Officer in policing and partner agencies, applying CPTED principles to new builds and land re-development. Accredited under the RQF with Ofqual oversight, we excel in certifying security products and delivering top-tier qualifications and services.

Sabre Assessment Services

Our company embraces SABRE, a security risk management standard for buildings, infrastructure assets, and managed spaces. This framework, applicable throughout the lifecycle of assets, enhances security outcomes and return on investment during design, construction, and operation. SABRE enables organizations to showcase their dedication to security, offering assurance to tenants, insurers, investors, regulators, planning authorities, and other stakeholders.

The Process

(The Steps to working together and final delivery)

1

Get in contact with us

2

We review your architectural drawings

3

We begin the chosen report

4

Meet with the design team
and conduct a site survey

5

Finish report and send off

6

Review comments from the client and revise the report where needed

7

The final report will be sent out

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Frequently asked questions

  • Security Needs Assessments are not the same as Secured by Design as they are two separate bodies. They will over lap in security recommendations, yet they should be assessed and issued separately.

  • Yes, all our consultants hold all the necessary requirements to provide BREEAM Hea06 reports as a SQSS

  • Our assessments are tailored to evaluate the physical security measures of your projects. We assess access control, surveillance, and perimeter security etc, vital for protecting project sites from unauthorised access and design basis threats.

  • The frequency of assessments for projects depends on the project's duration, scale, and risk factors. We often recommend assessments at key project phases (RIBA Stage 2), with adjustments as necessary based on evolving risks.

  • Indeed, our physical security assessments are highly customisable. We adapt our approach to meet the unique challenges and specific requirements of each project, considering industry standards and project-specific risks.

  • Our aim is to conduct our assessments with minimal impact on project operations. Our team works flexibly, often coordinating with project schedules to avoid disruption.

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive project details is paramount. We adhere to strict protocols to securely handle and protect all sensitive information during our assessments.

  • Upon completing the assessment, we provide a detailed report with identified vulnerabilities and risks, along with tailored recommendations for enhancing the overall security of your project.

  • Graphite Security Ltd offers ongoing support and can conduct periodic follow-up assessments to ensure that security measures for your project remain robust against new and evolving threats. We also provide unlimited revisions to all our projects unless the design has drastically changed.

  • We can provide case studies and references from previous projects on our website, showcasing our expertise in delivering effective security solutions in a variety of project contexts.