Meeting NERC CIP-014-3 Requirements: A Physical Security Guide for Electric Utilities

How We Handle Permits and Compliance Requirements

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AMAROK is a commercial security provider that handles permits and compliance requirements. Part of our security-as-a-service model is ensuring our perimeter security solutions comply with relevant regulations. Our dedicated compliance team navigates local jurisdictional requirements for you. We prepare all the required documentation, plus perform all installation, maintenance, and repairs for the lifetime of your subscription.

Since local regulations vary, we perform multisite risk assessments to ensure each of your managed properties remains compliant. These assessments also enable us to customize perimeter security solutions according to local crime data and unique site risks. The Electric Guard Dog® Fence is the foundation of our solutions, compliant with international safety and security standards. We customize the fence according to local requirements, including voltage and height requirements.

How AMAROK Handles Permits and Compliance Requirements

When you choose our integrated solutions, we handle the permits and compliance requirements through our dedicated compliance team.

1. You’ll Work With a Dedicated Compliance Team

AMAROK has a dedicated compliance team who work with city compliance departments. Our process starts with a comprehensive site survey to assess your facility’s unique needs and challenges. We’ll then assign you a project manager (PM) who will serve as your main point of contact. Your PM will collaborate with the compliance team to confirm code and regulatory adherence, and a compliance manager will inform you of the permitting status, with minimum updates every two weeks.

Our team is proactive in engaging with local authoritative bodies to modernize their applicable ordinances. These efforts influence local codes and improve electric fencing regulations.

Without a dedicated compliance team, organizations become susceptible to legal, financial, and ethical repercussions. However, as a business, your focus should be on your daily operations, not on evolving regulations. Working with us ensures you meet relevant national and local requirements, including applicable industry standards.

2. Our Team Navigates the Jurisdictional Complexity for You

Our team navigates the jurisdictional complexity for you, which makes compliance easier, whether you manage one or multiple sites.

While many jurisdictions allow electric fencing, specific requirements, such as setbacks, fence height, and alarm registrations, vary. We determine these requirements before we even design your customized solution to prevent fines, rework, and enforcement risk.

Local ordinance deviations also increase perceived liability with insurance companies. Our approach enables you to simplify approvals and reduce claims disputes, limiting your financial exposure.

3. We Prepare the Required Documentation

Our compliance team prepares the required documentation to streamline permit applications. This documentation varies, but typically includes the following:

  • Site plans show the electric fence location relative to property lines, walkways, and existing structures.
  • Fence details showcase the design of the electric fence and the protective barrier, including all gates.
  • Manufacturer documentation can include manufacturer information, equipment specifications, and certification of service that indicates whether a monitoring service agreement is in place.

Our installation schedule is based on permit lead times and inspection windows. We also consider potential zoning reviews and public notice periods. We’ll let you know when the compliance and permitting process is complete so that you can prepare your site for installation.

4. We Perform All Installation, Maintenance, and Repairs

We complete all installation, maintenance, and repairs involved in our integrated perimeter security solutions. This approach helps the system remain compliant with local code and keeps you focused on running your business. We install our electric fence behind your current fencing and have it operational within a few weeks. To minimize disruptions, our schedule accounts for your operational workflow, delivery peaks, and seasonal demand.

What Makes AMAROK a Trusted Security Provider

AMAROK is a trusted security provider for many reasons, especially our adherence to international standards. When navigating regulatory compliance, jurisdictions typically look for code compliance alongside their specific requirements. The Electric Guard Dog® Fence is certified to meet the International Electrotechnical Commission safety standard for electric security fences, ensuring our controllers have been subjected to rigorous research. The fence also meets the ASTM Standard Practice for Commercial Application of Electric Security Fences, or ASTM F3296-19, which validates its quality, reliability, and safety.

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As an award-winning perimeter security solutions provider, we’re determined to protect commercial properties through our integrated electric fencing solutions. Our dedicated team ensures your customized solutions are compliant with local regulations, whether you’re managing a single or multiple locations.

Our average customer sees a 5x return on investment when they protect their critical operations through AMAROK. The Electric Guard Dog® Fence itself prevents 99% of external theft after installation. Receive a free risk assessment today and improve your perimeter security.

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