ice RMR & The Integrator: A Tale of Managed Services By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 For a long time in the physical security industry, there were two camps: the alarm company — based on RMR, and the integrator — based on large onsite systems. Full Article
ice Fast-Casual Chain WaBa Grill Chooses Interface to Transform Its Network & Voice Infrastructure By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0400 Interface Systems announced WaBa Grill Franchise has chosen Interface Systems’ Restaurant Network-Technology-in-a-Box solution to transform its network and voice infrastructure in over 190 franchise locations. Full Article
ice The New DICE Launches VPN services With Cyber Security & Automated Registration of Devices By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Jun 2023 10:45:00 -0400 This new service includes tunneling and full network management for cameras, NVRs, alarm panels and other devices with built-in cyber security site isolation and automated AI VPN credentialing. Full Article
ice Responding Officer Conducted Lawful Seizure By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 06 Apr 2023 12:29:29 -0400 A state trooper dispatched to a burglar alarm activation at a warehouse leads to litigation over whether or not the defendant was legally apprehended. Full Article
ice U.S. Copyright Office: AI-Generated Art Can’t Be Copyrighted By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Oct 2023 15:30:00 -0400 Guest columnist James D. Berkeley details why a U.S. federal court dismissed an inventor’s attempt to copyright artwork produced by an image generator he designed. Full Article
ice Woman Sues Police for Excessive Force After K-9 Attack By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Feb 2024 16:00:00 -0500 Before entering the house from the garage, the defendant announced his and the K-9’s presence and ordered anyone in the house to surrender or they would be bitten by the dog. Full Article
ice Police Officer Gets in Car Crash Responding to ‘Possible Burglar Alarm’ By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 16 May 2024 15:30:00 -0400 A court has to decide if a police officer’s actions rise to the level of reckless disregard for the safety of others. Full Article
ice Pye-Barker Acquires to Boost Full Code Compliance Services in the Midwest By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 11:56:57 -0400 Kansas-based Safety Plus First Aid & Safety helps businesses protect their employees and customers with first-aid kits, AEDs, CPR kits and other safety equipment needed in case of a workplace injury or emergency. Full Article
ice Nice Names VP of Security Sales to Lead North American Growth By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 10:52:04 -0400 Industry veteran Joe Mac McConnell will spearhead growth and innovation for Nice’s 2GIG brand and security solutions portfolio. Full Article
ice Midwest Alarm Services Acquires Safety Systems in Michigan By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2024 08:26:56 -0400 Safety Systems was founded almost 60 years ago by Dale Decker, who built the company on a foundation of quality, service and commitment to the local community. Full Article
ice Post-Pandemic Services That Bring New RMR By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Mar 2023 02:06:29 -0400 New forms of business opportunity have emerged this past year as many organizations come to terms with a post-pandemic era that involves more remote work, heightened concerns about cybersecurity, and tighter budgets across the board. Full Article
ice Grow your skills and get expert advice at ISC West’s Career Zone By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Looking to boost your career in the security industry, make connections and have fun at ISC West? Join the Security Industry Association (SIA) and ISC West at the Career Zone on the ISC West show floor! This offering, presented by SIA and ISC with support from the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST), SIA’s Human Resources Working Group, the SIA RISE community for young security professionals and the SIA Women in Security Forum, was created to help you grow your skills and get expert insights to propel your career. Full Article
ice Simpro Group Acquires BigChange to Enhance Global Field Service Management Solutions By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Oct 2024 09:45:56 -0400 Simpro Group’s acquisition of BigChange enhances its field service management capabilities, offering comprehensive solutions for diverse customer needs globally. Full Article
ice Washington L&I offers advice for working in hot weather By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400 Tumwater, WA – The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries recently released tips for safely working outdoors in hot weather. Full Article
ice The Great Service Opportunity By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 The flip side of the cybersecurity problem is the opportunity to offer cyber-related services. Full Article
ice Commercial Fire Services Platform Better Protection Formed By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Dec 2022 08:46:51 -0500 Led by a majority investment from Abry Partners, the new platform combines Assurant Fire Protection, Complete Fire Pump Service and Xtreme Fire Protection. Full Article
ice Fire Alarm Control Panels: Top Advice From the Experts By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Fire alarm industry experts weigh in on the latest in fire alarm control panel tech, selection, maintenance and installation — and code updates affecting all of the above. Full Article
ice Insights & Sounds: Fire Alarm Signaling Devices By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Fire alarm signaling devices are integral to the health and safety of a building and its occupants. Experts weigh in on the latest trends, codes and products. Full Article
ice UL 827A Opens Up Cloud Service Opportunities By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Many are intrigued with some of the changes that have been introduced and adopted toward consistent services through the COVID-19 pandemic — everything from changes to business logistics to actually augmenting UL standards to accommodate work-from-home (WFH) staffing. Full Article
ice 2023 Guide to Fire Alarm Detectors & Initiating Devices By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 A fire alarm system is a crucial part of a building’s overall fire protection and life safety strategy. The main is a crucial part of a building’s overall fire protection and life safety strategy. Full Article
ice New 'Cyber Trust Mark' Label to Promote Secure Smart Devices By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Jul 2023 11:25:13 -0400 The Biden administration’s new Energy Star-like labels are intended to make it easier for consumers to purchase secure IoT gear and help ward off cyberattacks. Full Article
ice Axis Cloud Connect & AXIS Device Manager Extend Receive SOC 2 Attestation By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:17:42 -0400 The System and Organization Controls (SOC 2) Type 1 report highlights Axis Communication’s efforts to protect customer and partner data with robust cloud security measures. Full Article
ice YourSix Cloud Service Provides Important Protection for IP Camera Systems By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500 As computer and network technology continues to burrow into the devices we depend on for daily connectivity, there is a clear and present danger for all connected devices Full Article
ice Turning Smartphones Into Secure Access Devices By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 05 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Dave Engebretson explains feature sets made possible with the integration of Keri Systems’ Borealis cloud solution and Geokey. Full Article
ice One Device, Multiple Uses By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Oct 2023 14:30:00 -0400 Here’s an incredibly powerful tester for coax, Category cables and with one additional device and some Norwegian engineering. Full Article
ice How TMA’s ASAP-to-PSAP Service Is Saving Time & Lives By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 The service reduces processing time from minutes to seconds, leading to faster responses to emergencies and positive outcomes. Full Article
ice Why Central Station Voice Channels Still Have Worth By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Private radio operations can be valuable for maintaining communications during cell network outages or in times when overburdened with too much traffic. Full Article
ice SIAC Solutions Timelier Than Ever During Police Staffing Crisis By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 David Margulies examines how SIAC’s mission is to be the go-to resource for public safety leadership when it comes to the issue of electronic security. Full Article
ice TMA’s Ultimate Guide to Operator Best Practices By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 The Monitoring Association aims to establish standardized guidelines essential for enhancing reliability, reducing false alarms and optimizing response times in the rapidly evolving field of video monitoring. Full Article
ice Make safe choices on the road By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 22 May 2016 00:01:00 -0400 Although you can’t control the actions of other drivers, you can be a defensive driver. Full Article
ice A Call for Field Service Leaders to Reevaluate Workforce Strategies By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 27 May 2024 08:00:00 -0400 Your company’s ability to meet market demand depends on its access to skilled labor in the field. That is a current challenge with low unemployment and ongoing skilled labor shortages. Full Article
ice Safety hazards in an office setting By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 How many hazards can you find in this staged photo? Full Article
ice NSC recognizes 6 safety pros with Distinguished Service to Safety Award By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Orlando, FL — The National Safety Council awarded six safety professionals with its highest honor Monday during the Opening Session of the 2024 Safety Congress & Expo. Full Article
ice Airline crews twice as likely to develop melanoma: study By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0400 San Francisco – Pilots and cabin crew have about twice the incidence of melanoma – the most serious type of skin cancer – compared to the general population, a recent study indicates. Full Article
ice New: 11 best practices for lowering firefighter cancer risk By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Dallas — A recent report from the International Association of Fire Chiefs’ Volunteer and Combination Officers Section and the National Volunteer Fire Council details 11 best practices for minimizing cancer risk among firefighters. Full Article
ice Telework office safety checklist By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0400 Telework!VA, part of the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation, publishes a telework office safety checklist to assess work-at-home employees' work areas. Full Article
ice Ice cleats By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400 TREX 6317 Mid-Sole Ice Cleats can rotate to the top or side of footwear, allowing wearers to quickly transition between icy outdoor conditions and indoor environments. Full Article
ice The 2023 SDM 100 Companies’ Brands of Choice By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 The top manufacturers and distributors used by SDM 100 dealers. Full Article
ice Contractor who lied to OSHA sentenced to community service, probation By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 31 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0400 Birmingham, AL – An Alabama roofing contractor was sentenced to three years of supervised probation and 30 hours of community service for lying to OSHA about providing workers with fall protection equipment. Full Article
ice Office of Management and Budget concludes review of PSM draft By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Dec 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Washington – The Office of Management and Budget has concluded a review of a draft rule that would update OSHA's Process Safety Management Standard, and the safety agency has formally requested input from the public. Full Article
ice Postal Service releases national dog bite rankings By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — More than 5,300 U.S. Postal Service employees were attacked by dogs while delivering the mail last year, the agency has announced. Full Article
ice Coupling devices for excavator buckets: NIOSH publishes fact sheet By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Washington — A new fact sheet from NIOSH is aimed at workers who use quick coupling devices to change excavator buckets and other attachments. Full Article
ice Interface Shares Best Practices to Secure Mall-Based Retailers By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Apr 2023 15:00:00 -0400 The session is scheduled on May 1, 2023, at the Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center in Aurora, Colo. Full Article
ice Xcelerate Sales Offers Sales Services to Security Companies By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Apr 2024 10:30:00 -0400 Xcelerate provides services on an outsourced, or fractional, basis. Fractional sales leadership offers a cost-effective solution, allowing security companies to affordably access experienced sales executives with a proven track record of success. Full Article
ice AMAG Technology Introduces Financial Services Program By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 09 May 2024 14:00:00 -0400 AMAG Technology Financial Services offers customized, flexible leasing solutions via a partnership with Vantage Financial. Full Article
ice Inspecting aerial devices after electrical contact By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 What should qualified inspectors look for when examining an aerial device that has made electrical contact? Full Article
ice Safe setup of aerial devices By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 28 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0400 What environmental factors should electric utility crews consider when setting up aerial devices on a worksite? Full Article
ice Self-retracting device By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0500 The DuraTech Self-Retracting Device features a side cable payout and an internal braking system that provides fast-acting braking for maximum stopping power in the event of a fall. Full Article
ice Folding basket for service cranes By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0500 The Single Man Folding Basket for service cranes provides fall arrest and fall protection while helping eliminate the need for ladders or climbing on equipment. Full Article
ice Military surgeons observe spate of chest tear muscles among weightlifting service members By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Maywood, IL — Chest muscle tears caused by weightlifting were treated at an “alarming frequency” in 2013 and 2014 at one armed forces hospital overseas, according to a recent study conducted by military surgeons. Full Article