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Rolled-up holiday pay: what it is, when it can be used and what SIA approved contractors must do if they use it.
An SIA approved contractor is assessed every year, must inform us of significant changes to the company, and must use the ACS mark correctly.
A description of some of the benefits of the SIA's Approved Contractor Scheme.
Sub-contracting and use of labour are common practices in private security. Know the difference and understand who is responsible for checking SIA licences.
How we handle licence applications for people who have changed their gender.
Sub-contracting to a company that is not an SIA approved contractor: what the rules are and how you ask for permission.
Guidance for training providers: what you need to know if you will be delivering SIA licence-linked training after 1 April 2021.
What you must do if you wish to use our Licence Management service.
You can buy the British standards at a 30% discount.
How you can appeal against our decision to refuse your ACS application.
The sanctions we apply if an SIA approved contractor is in breach of ACS conditions.
This guide explains how SIA licensing may affect the way you manage queues and control access to your premises.
Find out how SIA licensing applies to shopping centres and retail outlets.
What you must do if you use overseas suppliers to deliver services in the UK.
Answers to the questions asked by approved contractors about the changes we will be making in February 2025.
Find out what you can do to stop child sexual exploitation.
How to order ACS-related items such as lapel pins and wall plaques.
Guidance and templates that will help you to report on your assessment visit.
On this page we answer some questions and set the record straight on some of the more common misconceptions about us and our work.
This guide explains whether someone who does Fire Watch / Waking Watch roles needs a Security Industry Authority (SIA) licence.
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