KEYHOLDING & ALARM RESPONSE
For over 10 years, we have been
responding to incidents and
security breaches.
A reliable Keyholding & Alarm Response service is crucial for reducing potential loss and damage in the event of an intrusion.
KEYHOLDING & ALARM RESPONSE
KK Security’s CCTV Towers and Security Guards provide exceptional protection and act as a strong visual deterrent for your construction site. However, in the event of an incident, swift action is critical. Delays in responding to an intrusion increase the likelihood of damage or theft, making prompt site attendance essential.
We offer keyholding and alarm response services for construction sites across the UK, ensuring 24/7 protection by SIA-licensed security professionals. Our reliable keyholding service guarantees that pre-arranged protocols are promptly executed in the event of an on-site intrusion.
With KK Security’s keyholding service, your keys are securely stored and readily accessible to our trained and experienced security officers, who are prepared to respond immediately when an issue arises.
Once an incident is detected, our officers are swiftly dispatched to your site. Thanks to our nationwide coverage, a KK Security officer is always close by. Regardless of the time or location, our experienced personnel will arrive promptly, implement the agreed protocols, thoroughly investigate the alarm activation, and take appropriate action to secure your site.
Why use a keyholding service?
There are numerous benefits to using KK Security’s keyholding services. Our operatives are SIA licensed, and having a reliable keyholding service in place can help lower your insurance premiums while ensuring your emergency protocols are followed properly. It also protects your staff from having to deal with potentially dangerous situations.
Let KK Security manage your emergency response and reduce your risk of theft or damage, with highly trained and experienced security officers dispatched to your site immediately in the event of an intrusion.
KK Security's keyholders
Our keyholding security officers are highly trained, SIA licensed, and participate in a comprehensive development program to maintain the high standards of KK Security’s keyholding service. As one of the few security companies in the UK to make significant investments in keyholding, we collaborate closely with various service partners nationwide to ensure quick response times.
Incident response
Our experienced security officers are SIA licensed and trained to handle incidents where intruders may still be on-site. We work closely with you to establish a set of protocols and procedures that are immediately implemented as soon as our security team arrives following an alarm activation. Our fully trained, SIA licensed officers will take action tailored to the specific needs of your site and business, no matter the security challenge.
If the alarm is determined to be a false alert, we will reset the system, perform thorough checks of the property to ensure everything is in order, and securely lock up before departing.
How quickly can our keyholders respond?
With UK wide coverage we have keyholding security officers that can respond quickly to any intrusion detected on your construction site. Our national reach means we don’t subcontract out work to local companies and your site will only be attended by experienced and extensively trained KK Security keyholders, capable of carrying out a full range of security services.
Using site employees as keyholders
Some construction site managers may choose to designate a staff member as the keyholder, thinking it will save money. However, with keyholding costs typically around £1 per day, this approach offers minimal savings and, when considering the potential drawbacks, proves to be a false economy.
In our experience, a site employee is unlikely to provide the same level of service as a professional keyholder. Given the high value of equipment and materials on-site, any failure to properly manage keyholding responsibilities could lead to significant financial and time losses.
Opening & closing
A keyholder’s primary responsibility includes opening and closing the property. Upon opening, the keyholder should inspect the premises, deactivate the security system, and turn on the lights. When closing, the keyholder follows the reverse process, activating the security system and ensuring the property is locked, secure, and ready to prevent any potential security breaches.
As part of our keyholding services, we can also arrange for mobile patrols or additional security measures to be carried out by a professional security officer before the site is left unattended.
Protecting your keys
Keyholding involves ensuring the keys are protected 24/7, along with knowledge of the alarm security code(s). The keyholder must keep this information stored securely alongside the keys. By hiring an external security company for keyholding services, you can trust that the protection of your keys and related security details will be handled with professionalism and care at all times.
Emergency contact
Keyholders are often designated as emergency contacts for the local police or private security firms monitoring the property, as they have the ability to reset the alarm system. It’s essential to choose someone who is reliable, accessible, and practical for this important role.
At KK Security, we have strong relationships with emergency services and will promptly notify them if necessary as part of our alarm response service, ensuring quick action in the event of an emergency.
Why protect a construction site?
Each year, the UK construction industry loses approximately £800 million due to vandalism and theft, as reported by insurers Allianz Cornhill. This highlights the importance of having a professional security firm manage your site’s protection.
The report shows these significant losses are primarily due to the costs of replacing stolen or damaged items, the business disruptions caused by theft, and increased insurance premiums.
Theft – According to a 2016 study by the Chartered Institute of Building on Crime in the Construction Industry, 21% of the 1,100 construction professionals surveyed reported theft in the week of the survey. Even more alarming, 92% of respondents experienced theft at some point during the year, with many facing incidents weekly or monthly.
Vandalism – The same study revealed that 91% of participants had fallen victim to vandalism. While basic security measures like fences and locks may deter casual intruders, more advanced solutions, such as CCTV Towers, are essential to prevent damage and protect against determined criminals.
Given these risks, a professional keyholding service is critical for safeguarding construction sites and vacant properties from theft and vandalism.
WHAT OUR
CUSTOMERS SAY
“I am herewith sharing the wonderful news with great joy and pride that UEL security team received the first ever Vice Chancellor and President Excellence Award for their commitment and extended services offered to the university stakeholders during this pandemic time.
This credit goes to the entire team including the KK Security officers who worked on our campuses. I am very grateful for the extended and professional support offered by the KK Security during this tough period by timely providing any ad-hoc request at times in short notice to assist UEL security team to enforce Covid -19 guidelines on campuses to make them Covid secured.
Well Done and Keep the Good Work Up"
