News

Security Alert ( December 2009 )

4 December 2009

Security Alert for December 2009

Blue Iris CCTV Registration

24 September 2009

The West Australia Police are establishing a register of CCTV systems within the state, registration details will be held centrally in a protected database, the database will be used to map the location of CCTV systems for use by Police investigators. CCTV footage is an invaluable tool for investigators and we are seeking your help to find out where these CCTV systems are.

Still images and video footage are considered to be one of the best ways to prove who did what and when. Images of this nature can cut down investigation time and may also guide us to very swift outcomes. Some images and video may be presented as evidence in a court.

Online registration is open to any owner of a CCTV system, we are particularly interested in CCTV systems that view streets and public space (foyers, entrances, parks, public infrastructure etc).

Security Alert ( September 2008 )

15 September 2008

Security Alert for September 2008

Australian Taxation Office - Security Industry Data Matching Project

15 August 2008

As part of the Tax Office's focus to improve compliance with taxation obligations of particular industries/groups of taxpayers, the Tax Office proposes to match the information provided by security licensing bodies against the Tax Office's records. This work will focus on the Security firms and then their sub contractors.

Security Alert ( June 2008 )

15 June 2008

Security Alert for June 2008

Security Alert ( May 2008 )

21 May 2008

Security Alert for May 2008

SAIWA joins AICM for Mega Golf Day - 14 May 2008

19 March 2008

The Security Agents Institute of WA will hold its annual golf day on 14 May 2008 at Collier Park Golf Club SAIWA has joined with The Australian Institute of Credit Management to hold a mega golf event.

Security Alert ( March 2008 )

17 March 2008

Security Alert for March 2008

The Security and Related Activities (Control) Amendment Bill 2007

29 February 2008

The Security and Related Activities (Control) Amendment Bill 2007 (Bill No. 241) has been passed by both houses of Parliment.

The purpose of this Bill is to bring together a range of major reforms and minor administrative changes to the Security and Related Activities (Control) Act 1996).

The current status is:
Passed by Both Houses, Awaiting Assent 28/02/2008
Different sections of this Act come into operation on Royal Assent and Proclamation. For details refer to Commencement Clause of the Bill

Security Alert ( February 2008 )

26 February 2008

Security Alert for February 2008

Security Alert ( December 2007 )

26 December 2007

Security Alert for December 2007

Turning the Corner 2007

26 October 2007

The Office of Crime Prevention has just released Turning the Corner 2007 which is an overview of reported crime in this State over the last 10 years. You can access and print this report by clicking on the link below.

Tougher Requirements for Security Personnel

18 October 2007

Security personnel will face a range of stricter licensing requirements, including drug testing, identification checks, fingerprinting and license cancellation provisions, under amendments introduced into State Parliament today.

Amendments to Hold-up and Duress Alarm Devices

3 October 2007

The Alarm Response Working Group (ARWG) has amended existing strategies to reduce the number of unwarranted Hold-up and Duress alarms being passed onto Police Communications. As the new policy will indicate, this is broadly achieved by the introduction of a new category of ÔRequest for AssistanceÕ. The existing Hold-up and Duress alarm categories have been amended to now include the Standard Code for Supply and Installation of Hold-up and Duress Alarm Devices.

Security Alert ( September 2007 )

26 September 2007

Security Alert for September 2007

Results - SAIWA Golf Challenge 2007

25 September 2007

Another great day of golf was had by all. Click through for the results and a few snapshots from the day.

WA Security Industry Council

24 September 2007

They say all things come to those who wait. And so it has come to pass that the WA Security Industry Council (WASIC) had its first meeting on Tuesday the 18th of September 2007 at Police Minister John Kobelke's office.

Security Alert ( June 2007 )

4 July 2007

Security Alert for June 2007

Security Alert ( April 2007 )

10 May 2007

Security Alert for April 2007

Results - SAIWA Golf Challenge 2006

28 September 2006

Collier Park turned on the perfect weather again this year for our annual walk (or drive as was the case) in the park following a little white ball.

Pretty much the same old faces again this year; which must say something if they keep coming back!

I know I enjoyed myself and as some wise person once said , " A bad day on the golf course is far better than even an excellent day in the office".

For all of those who rocked up thank you and we will see you again next year.

Jim

First Team - CTI Security - Jon Elbery, Bill Murray, Brenton Morris, Keith Cruttenden
Second Team - Wilsons Ringins - Kim McVicar, Bob Kitchen, Graham Saunders, Jeff Davies
Third Team - 30 SCH - Peter France, Mich Rumford, Todd Jenkins, James Hutton

NAGA - Intervid - Ian Wheatley, Andy Smith, Bill McBride, Shane Bender

Nearest to Pin, 3rd Hold on the Pines - Wayne Miller
Nearest to Pin, 5th Hole on the Lakes - Brenton Morris
Longest Drive, 5th Hole on the Pines - Mark Pitt
Longest Drive, 9th Hole on the Lakes - Mich Rumford

SAIWA Golf Tournament

19 September 2006

The annual SAIWA Golf Tournament will be held on Thursday 28 September 2006. This popular event will again be held at Collier Park Golf Course. Numbers are limited so book now for your chance to win excellent prizes.

Biometrics

06 September 2006

A suite of nine biometrics units of competency have been developed for incorporation into the Asset Security Training Package PRS03. The availability of these units of competency represents for the first time, the outcomes and critical functions and activities required to assess, implement and monitor biometric systems within a security operations context in Australia.

Notice to all firearms and baton training providers

23 August 2006

As you are aware the certification of RTO's and trainers in providing an approved course that is certified by the Commissioner of Police, have had to overcome several legal obstacles. These matters have now been overcome by changes to the Security and Related Activities (control) Regulations. The amendments have now been passed and approved by Executive Council and it is proposed that the amendments will be published in the Government Gazette on Tuesday the 3rd of October. The reason for the delay in gazettal is to allow all training courses to be approved and all trainers to be approved. This will allow for a smooth transition. (Attached are amendments to the Security and Related Activities (control) Regulations

Security Alert ( June 2006 )

02 June 2006

Security Alert for June 2006

Security Alert ( April 2006 )

18 April 2006

Some of you may have received an invitation from ASIAL to attend a breakfast meeting they are organising and where the newly appointed independant Chair of the Security Advisory Board will be the keynote speaker. As Mr Carter will be talking about the future direction of our industry, I would encourage any of our members that can manage the time away from the "coal face" to attend and have a listen.

Avian Flu Forum

11 April 2006

The Public Health Association of Australia, WA Branch, are running a forum with national and international experts on the Avian Flu virus. For more information, download the following PDF.

Code of Conduct

04 April 2006

This Code of Conduct has been compiled in consultation with members of the security, inquiry and crowd control industried. It has been prepared in a spirit of co-regulation between these industries and aims to provide guidance for licensed persons in the ethical practice of licensed activities covered within the Security and Related Activities (Control) Act 1996, and the Security and Related Activities (Control) Regulations 1997 and the Amendments of 2005.

Security Alert ( March 2006 )

Security Alert for March 2006

The Western Australia Policy for Police Response to Alarms

The Western Australia Policy for Police Response to Alarms will state the manner in which police define and attend alarms in an effort to significantly reduce the amount of time currently spent attending unwanted alarms.

Security Alert ( February 2006 )

Security Alert for February 2006

Security Alert ( December 2005 )

Security Alert for December 2005

Security Alert ( November 2005 )

Security Alert for November 2005

Security View - Spring Edition

12 October 2005

The Spring Editiong of our local Security View for the SAIWA. In addition to the print version members receive, Security View is published electronically, as a PDF.

Security Alert ( August 2005 )

Security Alert for August 2005

Security Alert ( July 2005 )

26 July 2005

Security Alert for July 2005

Security View - Summer Edition

01 May 2005

The Summer Edition of our local Security View for the SAIWA. In addition to the print version members receive, Security View is published electronically, as a PDF.

Breakfast with the Commissioner

03 April 2005

Even if I do say so myself I was more than happy with our first breakfast meeting for 2005. We had a reasonably good rollup with everyone dressed in their Sunday best.

We had several guests, not the least of which was Commissioner Karl O'Callaghan, with three of his troops; Superintendents Kim Porter, Duane Bell, Senior Sergeant "Jock" Robertson and Trudi Angwin from the Office of Crime Prevention out of the Premier's office.

Labors Plan For Safer Night Spots

03 March 2005

Enjoying a night out is part of what makes our State a great place to live. Hotels, pubs, and nightclubs also contribute significantly to the cosmopolitan nature of Western Australia, provide significant employment opportunities and are a key tourist attraction. The Gallop Government will not allow criminal and anti-social behaviour to spoil our popular adult entertainment areas.

Security Alert ( March 2005 )

03 March 2005

Security Alert for March 2005

Security Alert ( January 2005 )

31 January 2005

Security Alert for January 2005

Security View - Spring Edition

29 November 2004

The Spring Edition of our local Security View for the SAIWA. In addition to the print version members receive, Security View is published electronically, as a PDF.

Request for Feedback on Batons

10 November 2004

The Commercial Agents have circulated correspondence to all Security Agents, Security Trainers and Security officers with a baton endorsement seeking comment on their proposed changes to the Weapons Act and the Security and Related Activities (control) Act as it applies to the ownership and carriage of an approved baton.

Crime Prevention Kit for Small Business

20 October 2004

Small businesses can be the target for many different kinds of crime, from fraud and vandalism to theft and burglary. Working with business groups, crime research experts, police agencies and local communities, the Government is continuing to develop resources to help small businesses trade safely. These initiatives will give us a greated understanding of the risks and consequences of crime against small business, and other effective strategies to deal with threats.

Security Alert ( October 2004 )

13 October 2004

Security Alert for October 2004

Security View, Winter Edition

15 September 2004

The Winter Edition of our local Security View marks a transitory period for the SAIWA. This is the first edition to be published electronically, as a PDF. All following Security View edition will also be published electronically.