The Private Security Industry Act 2001 requires the SIA to establish a "system of inspection for providers of security services, under which those organisations who satisfactorily meet the agreed standards may be registered as approved, and may advertise themselves as such".
The objective of the SIA's Approved Contractor scheme is to raise performance standards and to assist the private security industry in developing new opportunities. The scheme is voluntary and was developed in consultation with representatives from across the industry; it only covers those parts of the industry that are regulated by the SIA and the Private Security Industry Act 2001 (as amended). There is a single scheme, with sector-specific approval based on a relevant set of qualifying criteria.
Need more information?
If you have any enquiries regarding the ACS please send us an e-mail or write to us at:
Approved Contractor Scheme,
Security Industry Authority,
PO Box 49768,
London,
WC1V 6WY.
You can also call the ACS team on 020 7025 4190. Please note that this number is for ACS enquiries only.