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Wireless Panic Alert Key Fob

The Alertex dual button keyfob acts as a portable call point and activates the Alertex Wireless Alert system when both buttons are pressed and held for 4 seconds; this helps to avoid false activation. Users must be within 100 metres of the standard Alertex alerts. The LED light on the fob shows the status of the device when transmitting. A lanyard with a breakaway clip is supplied with the unit so that it may be worn around the neck and accessed easily in case of a lockdown situation.

Luminite Alertex Internal Wireless Master Call Point Sounder & Beacon Blue

ALERTEX Wireless Critical Alert system is a robust wireless alert solution that operates over a secure, wireless mesh protocol. It is battery operated and requires no wires or cabling. The units are portable and rapidly deployable. Up to 64 ALERTEX units can be used per site, with an impressive 1km line of sight wireless transmission range between units. Each unit acts as a repeater and the alert transmission can ‘hop’ up to 16 times across the mesh network, allowing the ALERTEX system to have a maximum line of sight range of up to 16km. ALERTEX units are highly energy efficient and can last up to 2 years on a set of batteries. ALERTEX System can be used as a standalone system, comprising of one master unit and several slave units. The master unit features a master reset key that can be used to reset the system post-activation. The ALERTEX system can be monitored and controlled from one central location by adding in a Genesis IP Masthead to be used with the ALERTEX PC app. From the app, the ALERTEX system can be monitored, activated, and tested. Additionally, email alerts can be set up to be sent to 3 separate email groups in the event of an activation. The ALERTEX Wireless Critical Alert system comprises two main variants: ALERTEX Fire Alert and ALERTEX Lockdown.

Main Features
Robust wireless alert solution with secure mesh protocol
Battery operated, no wires or cabling required
Portable and rapidly deployable units
Supports up to 64 units per site with 1km transmission range
Units act as repeaters, extending range up to 16km
Energy efficient, lasts up to 2 years on batteries
Master unit with reset key for post-activation reset
Central monitoring and control via Genesis IP Masthead
Email alerts to 3 separate groups upon activation
Available in Fire Alert and Lockdown variants

The Alertex Bridge connects Alertex Lockdown or Fire products to a local network allowing the system to be remotely monitored from one central location. When the Bridge is installed, users can see what Alertex units have been activated, re-set the system and inform key personnel of events via email or text.

Powered by two lithium batteries, the Alertex NXVS Voice Annunciator works with all other Alertex units to provide a site wide audible alert for lockdown, fire, or any other hazard.

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What is Martyn’s Law?

The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, otherwise known as Martyn’s Law, received Royal Assent on the 3rd of April 2025. There will be an implementation period of two years before the Act comes into force to enable premises to act on their new obligations. The purpose of Martyn’s Law is to provide a framework whereby premises with certain capacities are prepared for, and protected against, terrorist attacks to reduce their impact. The driving force behind the proposed legislation is Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett who was tragically killed alongside 21 others in the Manchester Arena terrorist attack in 2017. Martyn’s Law legislation will apply across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.

The aim of Martyn’s Law is to improve the safety and security of public venues and keep the public safe from terrorism. The Law will ensure that public premises that reasonably expect 200 – 799 individuals to be present at the same time will be covered by the STANDARD TIER. Premises or events reasonably expecting 800 or more individuals to be present at the same time will be covered by the ENHANCED TIER. Apart from the capacity, premises that fall within the scope of the new legislation must be accessible to the public and used for a purpose listed in the Act such as entertainment, retail, leisure etc. so will include music venues, theatres, and department stores. Provision has been made for temporary event spaces such as festivals.

A Government Regulator will be established through a new function of the Security Industry Authority (SIA). Refer factsheet here.

Requirements:

STANDARD TIER

There were several concerns raised during consultations under the last Government with an emphasis on avoiding undue burdens on smaller premises whilst ensuring public protection. Premises within the standard tier will be required to have in place appropriate and reasonably practicable public protection procedures to reduce the risk of physical harm in the event of an attack. Venues that fall into the standard tier must notify the Regulator they have become responsible for premises within the scope of the Act.
Broadly, it is not expected that physical alterations be undertaken at standard tier premises however, workers will need to be sufficiently instructed or trained to conduct procedural measures effectively. It should be noted that all schools and places of worship will be placed within the Standard Tier regardless of their capacity.

IMPACT ON SCHOOLS

All schools, irrespective of their capacity, will fall under the STANDARD TIER. During the two-year implementation period schools will be advised to take reasonable steps to improve their preparedness for potential threats. Schools should be reviewing their current arrangements via enhanced security risk assessments and training, with an emphasis on those risks from terrorism. They should be undertaking a terrorism risk assessment, a draft evaluation of which has been published by the Home Office Draft your evaluation.

A natural area for review will be the school’s lockdown procedure. We know that a school’s lockdown alert must sound distinctive to the fire alert, as one means stay on the premises and find a place of safety whilst the other is to evacuate. To solidify their processes, the draft terrorism risk assessment asks how people on the premises will be informed that it has locked down and that they should not attempt to leave due to a threat outside.

Schools may therefore wish to introduce a quickly identifiable audible and/or visual alert system as part of their preparedness. At the very least schools should be reviewing their current emergency plans and seeking security advice.

Compliance with Martyn’s Law is likely to form part of the Ofsted inspection process and failure to comply may lead to improvement notices being issued.

It should be noted that whilst all schools, irrespective of capacity will fall under standard tier regulations, higher education premises will be assessed according to capacity as they are generally more openly accessible to members of the public and are more frequently used for events.

ENHANCED TIER

Larger venues must notify the Regulator of their event. They must ensure they take ‘reasonably practicable’ measures to reduce the risk of a terrorist attack occurring or physical harm being caused. They must keep and maintain a security document, aided by an assessment of the terrorism risk. They must also assign a designated senior individual for the premise or event to oversee and ensure compliance with the additional requirements.

Fines for non-compliance are expected to be up to £10,000 for Standard Tier premises and up to £18 million or 5% of global company revenue for Enhanced Tier premises.

The Regulator will monitor compliance and advise premises within the scope of the Bill. Measures to address non-compliance and full monetary sanctions are yet to be announced.

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ALERTEX wireless heat and smoke detectors have been specially designed to work with ALERTEX wireless fire alert call points to provide a full fire alarm system for evolving construction sites.

Theft of construction equipment, machinery and fuel costs the construction industry over £800 million each year. Luminite offers a range of wireless security solutions aimed at sites where power is often compromised.

Wireless PIR Cameras

OCULi, from Luminite, is battery powered and provides rapid visual verification of an event which can be viewed in seconds via a mobile app or online portal. The Wireless HD 4G PIR Camera provides seven seconds of HD images upon detection. Users can also request more footage of an event activation. A solar conversion kit makes it viable to live stream images and manually arm/disarm, overriding the automatic arm schedule.

The new 40m version is particularly suited to detecting vehicles or assets across a large area with the telephoto lens offering clear, close-up images from a distance.

Working with current security patrols or as a standalone system, alarm events can be viewed within seconds and the appropriate response made. Costs can be saved by ascertaining the cause of the alarm and filtering out non-events meaning personnel do not have to attend unnecessarily. Units can be wall-mounted or affixed to scaffolding.

Alertex

Around 40% (approximately 100,000) of all construction site fires are started deliberately and in line with HSG168 regulations, all sites must display a visual AND audible alert to fire. The Alertex wireless fire system has been designed specifically for temporary and evolving sites and complies with HSE Fire Safety Guidelines.

Units are quickly deployable around a site and have a robust 1km transmission range between units. Decibel levels can be adjusted to a maximum of 117 dB and are weatherproof to IP66 standard.

Wireless heat and smoke detectors can be added to a system and will activate Alertex units within their 100m range.

Genesis

Portable CCTV towers offer a quick and easily deployable option for construction companies. When fitted with Genesis PIR detectors or OCULi units they provide a robust solution with alarm and tamper relays.

A battery-powered sounder can also be used as an audible deterrent. These are fitted with an adjustable timer and can work with any alarm product that has volt free contacts. PIR detectors can also be used in conjunction with lighting control on sites at night.

Exclusive Zones

Construction sites often need to create temporary exclusion zones as a warning for when an area becomes too dangerous for workers or pedestrians to enter. This can be due to crane activity, moving vehicles, a spillage, workers at height or any other type of hazardous activity.

Alertex units can be quickly deployed around a perimeter to create an exclusion zone. These can be activated via a mobile key fob from 100 metres away and tripods are available for mounting units.

Boundary Shield

Active Wireless IR beams can be wall or pole mounted and create an invisible perimeter barrier around a whole site or part of a site where additional security is required, for example, storage areas for flammable material. The beams are fitted with Genesis transmitters and are compatible with all Genesis products.

60m and 100m beams are available with either fixed or adjustable frequency control to avoid cross-talk between beams.

Article by Laura Grainger, Luminite.

For more information on Luminite products, call our sales team on 01772 336 111. QED are the main UK distributors for Luminite products.

As part of the Ofsted inspection, schools must be able to demonstrate that their lockdown alert is distinct in sound from their fire alert as one means stay and the other means evacuate.

The ALERTEX range of call points and sounder/beacons is the perfect lockdown solution for a school.

The ALERTEX Lockdown system from Luminite is a wireless critical alert system, designed to give a clear alert in the event of an activation.

This is a battery powered system that will, when activated, give an audible and visual Lockdown alert with the aim of minimising disruption to the learning environment whilst ensuring the safety of pupils and staff.

Quick and Easy to Install

Connecting a wired system in schools is costly, invasive and a lengthy undertaking. Alertex units are delivered pre-programmed so once the batteries are inserted units can be screwed in place and the system is ready. This is particularly beneficial for older or listed buildings where civil works are often not allowed.

Minimal Disruption

Schools can carry out silent tests of the system at any time meaning there is no disruption to the school day.

Visually and Audibly Distinct

One of the main advantages of the Alertex lockdown system is that it both looks and sounds different to fire alerts. Sounders, beacons and call points are blue and there are 32 alarm sounds to choose from. Alternatively, sounders can be replaced with annunciators allowing a bespoke message to be aired on activation.

Connect Sites

Many schools and universities have a number of outbuildings and temporary classrooms. Alertex programming allows schools to set different site codes for these areas if they are not part of a lockdown event.

A Connected System

There are a range of additional products in the Alertex range and all of them work on the same mesh protocol including heat and smoke detectors and mobile panic alerts.

An Intelligent System

If required you can add an IP masthead to the system which will give you access to the Alertex PC app designed to monitor and control units. It also allows for email alerts to be sent to key staff to give updates and further information on event activations.

Article by Laura Grainger, Luminite.

For more information on ALERTEX and more Luminite products, call our sales team on 01772 336 111. QED are the main UK distributors for Luminite products.

Many places of worship find themselves vulnerable to acts of malicious assaults with such institutions particularly threatened due to their open door policy to encourage prayer. Recognising such threats to faith communities, the Government has justlaunched the Places of Worship Fund.

This is aimed at reducing the risk and impact of hate crime via protective security measures such as CCTV, secure fencing, intruder alarms and lockdown systems. Applications are open for the installation of up to three protective security measure at places of worship or associated faith community centres. Applications are open from 19 May until 14 July 2022 and the scheme not only covers equipment and installation but also maintenance costs for one year from the installation date. Please note that the scheme is open to all faiths In England and Wales except the Jewish community which has a separate funding scheme.

The Solution – Alertex Lockdown

As part of their security measures, many places of worship are considering lockdown systems so that if there is a threat of an imminent attack there can be a site wide alert and
all places of entry can be locked. The Alertex wireless critical alert system is already widely used in the education sector and require no cabling or WiFi connection. With a long transmission range of 1km, when one Alertex unit is triggered it will activate all other Alertex units in range with a sounder and flashing blue beacon which differentiates it from a fire alert. There are voice annunciators available allowing warnings to remain inside to be made in a number of languages if required. Key staff can also utilise the mobile panic alert key fob which when triggered will activate all Alertex units within range.

For more information on Alertex give us a call on 01772 336 111.

A new round of funding applications for the Department for Education’s (DfE) Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) is now open as of 20th October 2021. The CIF is one of the most highly anticipated funding rounds available within the education sector, providing much-needed grants for repair, improvement and a small number of expansion projects across eligible schools in England.

Safety and Security Project Applications

The majority of funding will be allocated to projects that address condition, compliance, health and safety issues or maintenance needs.

Successful bids include urgent safeguarding improvements, fire alarm replacements, security, and safeguarding compliance works. If you work with schools, the important dates for this year’s funding round are:

Deadline for new applicants to register: 9th December.
Deadline for submissions: 15th December.
Successful applicants will be notified in Spring 2022.

The DfE has allocated over £400 million to this year’s CIF fund. Although this is a significant amount, the CIF fund is highly over-subscribed every year, with projects only standing a chance of being successful if they can demonstrate a high project need and close alignment with CIF priorities.

How can you help support the schools you work with?

Safeguarding – School Lockdown System

As part of the Ofsted inspection, schools will be asked if they have a Lockdown Policy (this can be a simple document with guidelines). Up until recently, schools weren’t required to have an actual lockdown system installed. However, Ofsted now advocate a dedicated lockdown alarm to be in place, distinctive to the sound of the fire alarm. For this, we recommend Alertex battery powered units which are quick and easy to install and can enunciate a bespoke message upon activation or sound one of 32 different alerts. Outputs on Alertex units can also activate access control points to automatically close and lock in a lockdown procedure.

Safeguarding – IP Audio System

The Netgenium Intelligent IP Audio System is a scalable solution that includes a range of high-quality network IP speakers to deliver audio to any area of a school, college or university.

An incredibly flexible solution, the IP Audio System can be used for functions such as lockdown alerts, public address, class change schedules, music streaming, perimeter security and panic alarm systems.

Security – CCTV

Installing and maintaining CCTV systems in schools can increase the safety and security for everyone on the premises and give parents peace of mind that their child is in a school that takes security seriously.

Access – Door Entry and Access Control Management

Locks and keys are no longer sufficient in controlling access to premises by unwanted visitors. Controlling access in schools is paramount and necessary as it is the first line of defence should there be a security breach.

An access control system enables premises (schools included) to restrict, control and monitor the movement of persons, vehicles, and assets inside, outside and around the perimeter.

We are here to help

Being conscious of these facts can help schools plan accordingly and ensure all their security systems are in place and operating effectively.

We have a team of technical experts who can discuss the range of options we have available and what solutions will work best for the schools you work with. Give us a call on 01772 336 111 for a chat about what we can do for you.

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Martyn’s Law Introduced

What is Martyn’s Law?

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