It’s vital to know your fire alarm installer or security contractor is properly accredited and works to the latest industry standards and governmental regulations. Our credentials are impeccable and should assure you completely of our ability to deliver work to the highest standards and quality.
Our fire and security accreditations
NSI Gold accredited, including ISO 9000 Quality Management System
As an NSI (National Security Inspectorate) Gold company, Chris Lewis Fire & Security can offer you a higher level of insurance specification and preferment, while you can be sure that we meet the highest levels of performance and regulatory standards.
SSAIB (Security Systems & Alarms Inspection Board) recognised
Chris Lewis Fire & Security has met all of the SSAIB’s criteria for recognition. Compliance with the Board is enforced by an inspection a least once a year, so you know you are working with a fire and security company who is dedicated to promoting high standards and ethics in the industry.
ECA Registered Electrical Contractor, and Trustmark accredited
The long-standing Electrical Contractors Association (ECA) recognises Chris Lewis Fire & Security as a Registered Electrical Contractor, and is an accredited ECA Trustmark registered firm. By being awarded these certifications, we guarantee our competence, and commit to conduct our business with reliability and trustworthiness.
BAFE SP203-1 certified
BAFE is the independent registration body for the fire protection industry and assesses and approves companies to recognised standards. Chris Lewis Fire & Security can deliver design, installation, commissioning/handover and maintenance of fire detection and alarm systems accredited to BAFE's SP203-1 modular scheme through its Southampton branch.
Recognised Investor in People - Gold Award
Investors in People (IIP) is a national scheme which sets standards of good practice for improving an organisation’s performance through its employees. Gold status is the highest attainment under the scheme. Its award reflects the fact that Chris Lewis Fire & Security values its staff greatly and ensures they are properly trained and receive opportunities and encouragement to further their careers.
CHAS (Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme) Accredited Contractor
Rest assured that when you choose Chris Lewis Fire & Security, you’re choosing to work with a fire and security company who has been rigorously assessed against government requirements for health and safety, and that we work with CHAS to continually improve our standards.
Member of the FPA (Fire Protection Association)
The Fire Protection Association is the UK’s national fire safety organisation and has strong support from the insurance industry. As a member, Chris Lewis Fire & Security is recognised by UK insurance companies as providing a high quality service and installation. We receive regular guidance, training and advice from the FPA about fire-related issues, so you can be assured that we are always working to the latest industry standards.
Member of the FIA (Fire Industry Association)
As a member of the FIA, Chris Lewis Fire & security attends meeeting to maintain and raise the level of service and standards in the fire safety industry. These include updating British Standards, testing equipment and lobbying parliament for fire safety changes.
Trading Standards Approved Trader
This local government initiative recognises Chris Lewis Fire & Security as a company you can trust. Companies qualifying for this scheme are vetted and approved by Trading Standards to ensure that they operate in a legal, honest and fair way, and can be trusted by you to do business with.
Safecontractor approved
Safecontractor is an accreditation scheme that assesses the health and safety competency of contractors and service providers. As you have a legal obligation to ensure that any contractors working on your premises operate in a safe way, Chris Lewis Fire & Security’s Safecontractor status means you this is already guaranteed.
Our fire and security affiliations
Supporting The Security Benevolent Fund
The Security Benevolent Fund provides welfare, legal, medical and health related guidance and support to those working in the security industry.