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IPSA and BSIA members pass the inspection for Approved Contractor Scheme in Northern Ireland(01/01/2010)
In order to pass the inspection for the Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS), companies have to demonstrate compliance with the relevant industry standards and a quality scheme covering key aspects of the management of the company, its relationship with both employees and clients and also corporate social responsibility. The International Professional Security Association (IPSA) has noted that member companies of IPSA and the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) have achieved the quality ... [more]
SSAIB Passport Certificate Scheme launched for SIA Approved Contractor Scheme accreditation(07/04/2009)
Since the 1st April 2009, Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS) approval via the Passport Certificate route is available to firms from SSAIB. Firms seeking ACS approval will have a choice of three routes: 1. The current standard ACS route. Using this option, firms complete the Self-Assessment Workbook (SAW) before making an application to the SIA for approval. SIA approve or reject the application having reviewed the report of a verification inspection body (such as SSAIB), who evaluate the a... [more]
Security Industry Authority road shows explain new licensing arrangements in Northern Ireland(17/02/2009)
From December 2009 in Northern Ireland an SIA licence will be required for each different licensable activity undertaken. These are: · Cash and Valuables in Transit · Close Protection · Door Supervision · Immobilisation, restriction and removal of vehicles · Key Holding · Public Space Surveillance (CCTV) · Security Guard From May 2009 the SIA will be accepting licence applications, as well as applications from suppliers wishing to regist... [more]
Jomu assists security businesses in becoming industry compliant(06/05/2008)
The message doing the rounds of many a security company this month, is that when it comes to the paperwork involved in gaining Approved Contractor Schemes and ISO 9001:2000 accreditations, it’s best left to the experts. The two women directors from outsourcing company Jomu Ltd are finding that their straight talking approach is hitting the spot of many a Security company MD, who has neither the time, nor the knowledge to pour over days of paperwork trying to establish where the gaps lie for t... [more]
400 companies have achieved ACS status(06/11/2007)
Over 400 companies have now achieved ACS status, 18 months since the Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS) was launched on 20 March 2006. To achieve Approved Contractor status, companies supplying private security services must demonstrate to an independent assessor that they have met a series of requirements covering a range of business and management indicators. Andrew Shephard, SIA Assistant Director, ACS said: “The Approved Contractor Scheme continues to attract new applicants with more com... [more]
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