Compliance terms, decoded

The British Standard for security screening of individuals employed in a security environment, covering identity, employment history, gaps, references and checks.

The Security Industry Authority’s Approved Contractor Scheme, a voluntary quality scheme for security businesses, assessed annually against a scored workbook.

A code of practice relating to security screening processes. Applicability depends on your sector and roles, our consultants assess where it applies.

A health & safety pre-qualification scheme widely required in construction supply chains.

Third-party certification for fire safety service providers.

Disclosure and Barring Service, criminal record checks at basic, standard and enhanced levels.

The legal requirement to verify every employee’s right to work in the UK before employment begins.

Risk Assessments and Method Statements, the paired documents describing hazards and safe systems of work.

The individual or service every UK employer must appoint to provide health & safety advice.

The assembled evidence, vetting, training, induction records and audit trails, produced for an assessment or client audit.