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Outsourced pre-employment screening: understanding your responsibilities and how to meet our standards.
A list of the people and companies prosecuted by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) over the last 12 months.
Guidance for companies approved under the Security Industry Authority's Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS).
How to order ACS-related items such as lapel pins and wall plaques.
SIA response to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request for a list of identity documents that can be accepted by door supervisors as proof of age.
An SIA approved contractor is assessed every year, must inform us of significant changes to the company, and must use the ACS mark correctly.
The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has today (11 March 2025) launched a consultation on changes it is proposing to make to its licensing criteria.
The SIA has carried out a surprise nationwide operation in conjunction with HMRC and Home Office Immigration Enforcement to tackle labour exploitation.
Security staff can be the first to respond to acid attacks or incidents where someone has been exposed to a hazardous substance. Make sure you know what to do.
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