SIRA Approvals
SIRA Approvals for CCTV & Security
The Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA) regulates the security industry in Dubai under Law No. 12 of 2016 and its implementing Resolution No. 1 of 2018. Hotels, malls, banks, jewellery shops, warehouses, restaurants and other designated facilities must meet SIRA security system requirements, and security system installation, survey, consultancy and inspection are licensed activities. SBM Contracting manages the SIRA approval process for your CCTV and security systems, from design to final inspection.
Available Service: SIRA Approval for CCTV & Security Systems
Our scope includes:
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Site survey and review of the security requirements that apply to your facility
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CCTV, access control and intrusion system design to SIRA standards
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Selection of SIRA-compliant cameras, recorders and security devices
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Preparation and submission of system design documents for approval
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Installation, testing and commissioning of the approved systems
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Coordination of the SIRA inspection and handover documentation
Why Choose SBM Contracting
SIRA requirements depend on the type of facility, and systems that do not comply can fail inspection and delay licensing or opening. SBM Contracting brings design, installation and approval coordination together, so your security systems are ready for inspection the first time.
Frequently Asked Questions
SIRA, the Security Industry Regulatory Agency, regulates security services and systems in Dubai. SIRA approval confirms that a facility’s security systems, such as CCTV, meet SIRA’s technical requirements and were provided by licensed companies.
Resolution No. 1 of 2018 lists vital sectors including hotels, financial institutions, jewellery and gold shops, shopping malls, warehouses, petrol stations, restaurants, nightclubs and places of worship, and SIRA can add others. Major compounds and public events also have security requirements.
Law No. 12 of 2016 regulating the security industry in Dubai, and its implementing bylaw, Resolution No. 1 of 2018. Technical standards for planning, designing and installing systems are set out in SIRA’s Preventive System Manual.
Security system installation, technical survey, consultancy and inspection are licensed activities in Dubai. Companies must have qualified, SIRA-licensed staff and use devices that meet SIRA requirements.
Typically the trade licence, tenancy contract or Ejari, layout drawings, the proposed system design and device list, and the details of the company carrying out the installation. We confirm the exact requirements for your business activity before submitting.
A site survey, system design to SIRA standards, submission of the design, installation and commissioning of approved devices, and a SIRA inspection before the system is accepted.
It depends on the type of facility, the size of the system and how complete the submission is. Designing to SIRA standards from the start avoids most rework and repeat inspections.
Fees are set by the approving authority or management company and depend on the type and size of the works. We confirm the applicable fees during our initial review and give you a clear quote for our services.
The facility can fail inspection, licensing can be delayed and penalties can apply under Law No. 12 of 2016. Non-compliant equipment may need to be replaced.
Call us on +971 43 207 334, email info@sbmtech.com or send your scope and drawings through our contact page. We review the requirements and give you a clear quote and next steps.
