The NNAL represents standards within the locksmithing industry which pertains to individual members skills & knowledge. Companys that wish to bear the NNAL logo can only do so based on the employees being trained via the NNAL.

In addition individuals can partake in the NNAL examinations which ensures that the locksmiths skills are vetted and substantiated. Those that wish to take the exam may only do so with 2 years of trading history. 

Please click here if you wish to download an application to join the NNAL.

Their are currently three catergories of development within the NNAL which demonstrates each individuals skills & knowledge:-

1) Associate Member (General Locksmith) -

All Associate members have undertaken an intensive training programme in lock opening skills. Each member can profficiently open any domestic or commercial door and replace the locks if necessary. Their knowledge & skills are based around rim & mortice locks, Upvc (euro) locks, padlocks, roller shutter (bullet) locks etc. Associate members have all been security vetted and carry the NNAL ID card.

2) Accredited Member (Advanced Locksmith - Opening Skills) -

All Accredited members have undertaken a further intensive training programme in advanced lock opening skills. Each member has built upon their knowledge as an Associate Member to use these new techniques which allow for total non-destructive entry. Accredited members will all carry a wide range of lock stock, will have been security vetted and will carry the NNAL ID card.

3) Auto Locksmith Technician (Car and commerical vehicle locksmith) -

All autolocksmiths specialise in non-destructive openings of both car and commercial vehicles. Engineers will carry a wide range of auto locks, blanks and fobs, along with diagnostic equipment and key machines. These specialists can rekey and programme the customers vehicle on site. All Auto Locksmiths have been security vetted and carry the NNAL ID card.

NNAL Membership Benefits

* All members (following successfull training and a clean CRB check) are presented with their contact details on the NNAL website.

* Receive 12 months technical support from the NNAL helpline and web security forum.

* Beneficial purchasing rates from the largest security wholesaler in the UK.

* Network support from over 600 members Nationwide.

* Discounts from the online stock portal http://www.lockandkeyshop.co.uk  where there is access to a huge range of euro cylinders, mortice locks, rim cylinders, lock pick tools etc