SIA ACS – Security Industry Authority Approved Contractor Scheme

• Date: February 13, 2011
• Source: Admin

SIA-ACS and its Applicability and Implementation

SIA-ACS prescribes a systematic control of activities to ensure that the needs and expectations of customers are met.

Compliance

Compliance with the scheme is presently voluntary.  Many security organizations have now realized that existing and potential clients require security service providers to be SIA-ACS accredited. The accreditation demonstrates the organization’s commitment to providing quality service. Thus, it gives the organization a competitive edge. 

After a verification visit, the application will be considered and approved by the SIA, providing the necessary decision criteria have been fulfilled. Thus the ACS status is confirmed.  Annual re-verifications are to be sought to ensure continuous compliance with the ACS requirements.  In addition, a full verification should be sought every three years.

Sources:

1.   http://www.isoqar.com/uk/standards/SIA-ACS/SIA-ACS-About.aspx

2.   http://www.totaltrainingconsultancy.co.uk/security-servicessia-acs-consultancyapproved-contractors-scheme/approved-contractor-scheme-consultancy/