Consumer Info

Consumer Information

Western Australia Legislation for Video Surveillance Devices

This document is an analysis of the Western Australia Surveillance Devices Act 1998; its purpose is to highlight some widely held misconceptions regarding where video surveillance cameras can be installed and what can be recorded.

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Is Your Alarm Monitoring Centre Compliant?

Do you have a Monitored Alarm System? Whether you are a business or home user of Alarm Monitoring Services you have the right to expect that your alarm monitoring centre meets certain criteria including compliance with Australian Standard 2201.2:2004 (Intruder Alarm Systems – Monitoring Centres) and any required registration with Police Alarms Response Protocols (eg: Western Australia Police – Alarms Response Working Group).

Security and Related Activities (Control) Act 1996

The Western Australia Police Service is the licensing authority for the Security and Related Activities (Control) Act 1996

This legislation affects any person who wishes to engage in Security occupations. These include Security Agent, Security Officer, Security Consultant, Security Installer, Inquiry Agent, Investigator, Crowd Control Agent, and Crowd Controller.

Any person for whom the license holder is performing a service under that license must on request produce his/her identity card for inspection – section 61 (2) (b).

An informative brochure regarding Licensing is produced by the Commercial Agents Squad at 297 Hay Street, East Perth – Telephone (08) 9231 7199, or in Country Areas from your nearest Police Station.

A Consumer Guide for Security Screen Doors

Security doors and grilles are often used as the first line of defense against intruders. With home invasions being on the rise, the application of quality made and fitted security doors and grilles can give the homeowner a very effective form of security.

A Consumer Guide for Security Personnel Services

This article will provide consumers with a guide to obtaining professional qualified security personnel services.

A Consumer Guide to Electronic Intruder Alarm Systems

Evidence indicates that having an alarm system is an effective deterrent against burglary.

An alarm system should be tailored to you individual requirements, security risk and installed by a licensed security professional.

Make Your Home Fire Safe and Secure

Being fire safe while still making sure your home is secure may sometimes seem to be contradictory. This brochure should help you find a balanced approach to planning for both home safety issues.

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Home Fire Safety

Every day around Australia preventable fires occur in the home. Far from being something that “will never happen to me”, fire can strike without warning anyone, anywhere, anytime.

The results of a home fire are often tragic. Loved ones can be injured or even die, and treasured possessions and property go up in smoke. But, with a little planning and common sense you can safeguard your family at home from fire..