Do we need more than one SSIP scheme?

Usually not. SSIP exists precisely so one member-scheme certificate is mutually recognised. Occasionally a client insists on a specific scheme; we advise on the cheapest compliant answer.

What if we fail the assessment?

We prepare you so that does not happen, and if an assessor raises queries we handle the responses as part of the service.

Is SSIP the same as Constructionline Gold or the Common Assessment Standard?

No. SSIP covers the stage-one health and safety question set. Higher tiers and the Common Assessment Standard go further; we can prepare you for those too.

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SSIP accreditation, whichever scheme your buyers ask for

CHAS, SafeContractor, Constructionline, SMAS Worksafe, Acclaim and other SSIP member schemes: we prepare your health and safety documentation and evidence so you pass first time, whichever scheme your clients require.

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Who needs it

Contractors and suppliers asked for “an SSIP” by main contractors, public buyers or clients. SSIP (Safety Schemes in Procurement) is an umbrella body, not a certificate: you get accredited through one of its member schemes, and that certificate is mutually recognised across the network. We help you pick the right scheme and pass its assessment.

What’s included

✓Scheme selection advice based on your buyers

✓Application preparation for your chosen scheme

✓H&S policy, risk assessments and RAMS to assessment standard

✓Evidence pack: training records, insurances, monitoring

✓Assessor queries handled and renewals diarised

SSIP member schemes we support

All SSIP member schemes assess against the same HSE-backed core criteria: H&S policy, risk assessments and method statements, legal compliance, training and competence, and monitoring. The differences are cost, buyer recognition and extras.

CHAS

Most requested

One of the longest-established schemes, widely recognised across public and private sector procurement, with Standard, Advanced and Elite tiers.

SafeContractor

FM favourite

Popular across facilities management, construction and maintenance, with a streamlined assessment that also covers areas like environment and modern slavery.

Constructionline

Public sector

Closely integrated with public sector procurement; paid tiers bundle SSIP H&S with financial and capability assessment (Silver, Gold and above).

SMAS Worksafe

SME value

A straightforward, competitively priced route often chosen by SMEs; strong in Scotland and the north of England.

Acclaim

Fast turnaround

A cost-effective entry point with fast turnaround, well regarded in construction and property.

Other schemes

CQMS, PQS, Avetta, EXOR, Achilles and around thirty other registered member schemes. If your buyer names a specific scheme, we prepare you for that one.

Because of SSIP mutual recognition, one member-scheme certificate is normally accepted where “SSIP” is required. Check the current register of member schemes at ssip.org.uk.

How we work with you

Scheme selection

Which scheme your buyers actually ask for, and the cheapest compliant route.

Evidence pack

Policies, RAMS, training records, insurances assembled to assessment standard.

Submission

Application submitted and assessor queries handled.

Accredited

Certificate issued; renewals diarised so it never lapses.

Typical timescale: 2 to 6 weeks depending on documentation state

Why choose SISQS consultants

Credibility you can check, not claims you have to take on trust.

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Real customer reviews across vetting, ACS, inductions and support. Read them on the Reviews page; we never manufacture authority.

250+ contractors accredited

Accreditation outcomes across ACS, SSIP schemes and ISO standards, achieved with our support.

Positive feedback from industry assessors

Assessor feedback on client evidence packs we prepared. We say “feedback”, not “endorsement”: no assessor or regulator endorses consultants.

We work from the official sources

Our advice tracks the SIA, SSIP and certification-body publications, and we link you to them so you can verify everything yourself.

Consultancy plus platform

We are the only route where the consultant who prepared your evidence also gives you the system that maintains it year-round.

Straight answers on scope

If a standard does not apply to you, or a cheaper route exists, we say so. We distinguish Certified, Accredited, Aligned and Supported precisely.

Stay compliant afterwards

SISQS Supplier Compliance keeps your certificates and insurances tracked with expiry alerts, so accreditation never lapses quietly.

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