An easy way for brokers or underwriters to assess risk: "Look for the label."
While much of the equipment which is sold in the security industry is ULC approved for many applications, some insurance companies have very specific requirements for security in high security applications. ULC also has a series of standards which regulate not only the type of equipment which is used but also the application or use. In these instances a security consultant must do a thorough review of your facility and the requirements of your insurance company.
What is the significance of a ULC Certificate?
The ULC Certificate verifies that the required protection is:
- In place
- Up to specification
- Working properly
- Under contract to be kept working
- Subject to ULC follow-up service audit (third-party verification).
The ULC Certificate means:
- The installation meets the security level specified
- The equipment meets National Standards of Canada
- The system is reliably monitored
- The claims made by the company have the benefits of third-party verification by an ongoing ULC audit