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Established in 1948, the Electronic Security Association is the largest trade association in the United States representing the electronic security and life safety industry.
Member companies install, integrate and monitor intrusion and fire detection, video surveillance and electronic access control systems for commercial, residential, industrial and governmental clients. The association provides technical and management training, government advocacy and delivers information, advice, tools, and services that members use to grow their businesses and prosper.
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By Crystal Jacobs, Program Lead at Security America Insurance
The decision to utilize subcontractors carries significant weight for companies in the alarm industry. From an insurance and liability perspective, this















