VPS AXA s Risk Management Security Service for Unoccupied Premises
Operating from locations in the UK, US and across continental Europe, VPS specialise in managing vacant properties to secure, maintain and mitigate the risks associated with unoccupied land, buildings and property developments.
Why use VPS? The expertise and innovative service solutions from VPS reduce the true costs of vacancy and ensure that your client s insurance and corporate responsibilities are being met. AXA, in collaboration with VPS over a number of years have negotiated a set of discounted service bundles and rates for the provision of security and related property services during the period a property is vacant. VPS offer a no obligation Risk Assessment Survey in addition to a rapid response service for high risk sites which require a visit within 24 hours. With a nationwide network of 26 Service Centres, VPS deliver local services in a timely manner. The speed of response and expertise in security ensures that the value of a property is protected from the moment it becomes vacant. VPS in-house Innovations Centre enables alarms to utilise the latest technology developing solutions with your clients needs in mind. VPS recognises that every property is different; therefore the extensive range of services can be tailored to meet the individual requirements of a property. The services that are available manage a vacant property through every stage, from initially becoming vacant to reoccupation. VPS ensures that: Property and asset value are maintained Cost of vacancy is reduced Insurance compliance is achieved Impact on the community is minimised
VPS Services VPS offer a broad range of tailor-made security, maintenance and risk management services. VPS services range from steel security, guarding, fencing, bollards and concrete barriers to clearance of rubbish, fly tipping and general maintenance including gardening. The AXA SmartAlarm package benefits from no installation or removal charges and is available on a one week minimum hire period. The package includes: SmartAlarm temporary alarm system including maintenance and 24/7 monitoring Wire-free PIR movement sensors as required Wire-free smoke detector Steel security door to facilitate authorised access Weekly external and internal inspections with summary report posted on secure website Access to secure website to view details of secured properties, works performed, alarm signals and event reports Key holder or KeySafe option where agreed with AXA VPS can enhance a SmartAlarm package with Verifeye Visual with full colour video sensor capabilities using infrared to capture images day and night providing photographic proof of all entrants to the premises. Veriflow sensors are also available which can protect a property against water damage (leaks or burst pipes) and theft of metal pipe work.
Benefits of VPS services include: Expertise in managing vacant properties and awareness of property risks Continuous product innovation and leadership Unique and discounted security packages with a minimum of only one week hire period and no costly installation or removal fees 26 VPS Service Centres nationwide to ensure a local service is provided VPS alarms are compliant to the SSAIB code of practice for temporary alarm systems VPS Inspections are conducted using leading PDA technology which guides inspectors around a site, prompts actions, photographs evidence and facilitates the distribution of completed reports instantly to the review teams for action Easy-to-access secure web reports are generated detailing the work carried out, alarm signals, event reports and inspection summaries.
How do I get this service? For more information or to request a quote, contact our partner VPS on 020 8238 6475, axa@vpspecialists.com or visit www.vpspecialists.co.uk. Please state that you require the AXA service. Alternatively, please contact your usual AXA representative if you have any further questions.
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