Introduction The Surveillance Camera Code of Practice (PoFA Code) Time for Voluntary Adoption? Implications for owners and operators Pauline Norstrom Chairman British Security Industry Association 1
Contents About the Chair CCTV pre PoFA Code The Surveillance Camera Code of Practice (PoFA Code) Time for Voluntary Adoption? Implications for owners and operators 2
About the Chair AD Group and Dedicated Micros Chief Operating Officer. Key expertise in business, diversification and technology marketing Dedicated Micros founder and innovator in video security surveillance solutions since 1982 AD is a British group of technology companies incorporating Dedicated Micros since 2001 3
About the Chair AD has a harmonised, value add strategy focused on meeting user s needs with differentiated technology innovations for retail, transport, aerospace, education, infrastructure In-house R & D, development and manufacturing Chair of CCTV Section for 6 years 4
CCTV pre PoFA National CCTV Strategy Board shaping the National CCTV Strategy, formed the foundations of the Surveillance Camera Commissioner's code of practice Attempt to ensure high quality fit for purpose evidence from CCTV was effectively used to ensure the safety of the public and to secure prosecutions Previous research, however suggested that CCTV cameras were mainly deployed by private owners. 5
CCTV pre PoFA BSIA research project into the number of UK CCTV cameras and their ownership and use, achieving a raised public profile for all BSIA members Research revealed that only 1 in 70 cameras are owned and operated by the Government SCC Code of practice served to recommend the best practice and statutory requirements which had to be met BSIA ensured that its Form 109 Planning, design, installation and operation of CCTV surveillance systems Code of practice and associated guidance containing the guiding principles of the SCC 6
High standards CCTV in the UK is almost entirely owned by private operators Importance of selecing providers who show commitment to high standards e.g. BSIA membership criteria BS 7858 Security screening of individuals employed in a security environment CCTV system member Installer / maintainer BSIA Form No. 109 Planning, design, installation and operation of CCTV surveillance systems Code of practice and associated guidance 7
High standards BS EN 50132-7 CCTV surveillance systems for use in security applications ii) Digital CCTV Recording Systems should be specified, selected, installed and operated in accordance with the latest version of the following: BS 8495 Code of Practice for digital CCTV recording systems for the purpose of image export to be used as evidence 8
High standards Without self-regulation, CCTV quality is not consistent Public prosecutions are reliant on the (majority) of private CCTV cameras Without attention being directed at quality and fitness for purpose, the benefits of CCTV will not be fully leveraged BSIA members are devoted to ensuring the highest possible standards are met. 9
The Surveillance Camera Code of Practice (PoFA Code) Time for Voluntary Adoption? Implications for owners and operators Simon Adcock Managing Director, ATEC Security 10
Overview My Background State of the UK CCTV industry Protection of Freedoms Act and the SCC Code Why? 12 Principles Competency Standards Responsibilities Applicability Conclusions and Summary 11
About Simon Adcock ATEC Life Managing Director since 1995 7 Security Excellence Awards 25 years in CCTV Public space expert BSIA Life 2002 - Joined BSIA Technical group since 2004 Elected to CCTV Committee Chairman of CCTV Section 12
State of the CCTV industry Technology development and commoditisation Broadening of skills requirements No barriers to entry Standards and best practice voluntary Design and specification skills lacking Operational requirements model poorly understood Price vs quality = price vs cost 13
SCC Code Why? Maintain public support for surveillance Address privacy concerns Address value for money..for cameras under government control 14
SCC Code 12 Principles 1) What s it for? 2) Effect on privacy 3) Transparency 4) Accountability 5) Clear rules on operation 6) Only collect data needed 7) Restrict access to images 8) Consider standards 9) Secure the system 10) Review and audit 11) Use Effectively 12) Update databases 15
SCC Code Standards CoP Provisions Framework development International Standards IEC62676 BSIA Standards Map BSIA Form 109, Form 120 Grading 16
SCC Code Applicability What is a relevant authority? What is a public space system? BSIA research - 1 camera in 70 Schools, Hospitals, Transport Systems, Universities? Other private systems viewing public spaces 17
SCC Code Responsibilities End user (operator) is responsible Devolve Design and Provider responsibilities through contracts Opportunity for proactive suppliers SCC Office and ATEC working on guidance 18
Actions: End User Write standards into contracts Obtain qualified advice Designer/Provider/Maintainer Improve design competency Assist users with O/R Engage with peers Government Extend CoP applicability/scope Provide standards framework 19