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Security services · SIA ACS
SIA ACS Support & BAS Transition Preparation
Clause Ten Consulting prepares UK security firms for SIA ACS. Contact for the price. VAT is not charged.
“Tariq was always on hand to call or answer any concerns I had.”
Mark Johnson, Tornado FM Ltd — SIA ACS preparation support.
ACS to the Business Approval Scheme
The SIA is developing a replacement for ACS. Its 2026–27 plan targets a digital application service ready for pilots in spring 2027. This is a pilot-readiness target, not a confirmed end date for every ACS approval. Maintain current ACS requirements and follow official transition instructions; proposals are not final criteria.
BS 10119:2026
BS 10119:2026 is the code of practice for provision of labour to the security and events sectors, published 30 June 2026. Review screening, right-to-work, licensing, competence and labour supply controls. It is distinct from ACS/BAS.
ACS approval decisions are made by the Security Industry Authority following its assessment process. Clause Ten Consulting provides preparation support and does not guarantee approval.
Updated 8 November 2026
01 — Who it is for
Target Organisations
Our SIA ACS consultancy provides support for security providers across the UK and Ireland seeking to obtain initial approval or maintain their current ACS status. This service is ideal if you want to:
- Clarify the requirements of the ACS self-assessment workbook
- Structure your policies, procedures, and evidence effectively
- Engage managers and supervisors in the assessment cycle
- Improve your management systems without unnecessary complexity
02 — What we do
Expert Support
We help you prepare for ACS assessment in a way that supports day-to-day operations. Support typically includes:
- Guidance on completing the ACS self-assessment workbook
- Reviewing and refining your quality management system (QMS), policies and procedures
- Organising evidence so it is easy to find and explain
- Staff and supervisor training on what ACS looks for in practice
- Internal review of key areas before assessment
- Support with post-assessment action planning where needed
Where relevant, we can also support alignment with BS 7984 and BS 10800 for keyholding and response services as an additional service.
03 — How it works
The Roadmap
Our ACS preparation support follows a clear roadmap:
1. Review – We start with a structured review of your current documentation, evidence and ACS workbook position.
2. Implement – We work with your team to refine your QMS, policies, procedures and evidence so they clearly show how you meet ACS requirements.
3. Internal review – Before assessment, we help you carry out internal reviews and checks so managers and supervisors are confident in explaining your approach.
4. Ongoing support – After assessment, we can support follow-up actions and periodic reviews to support continual improvement.
We provide consultancy and internal review support. ACS approval decisions are made by the Security Industry Authority following its assessment process; we do not provide certification or guarantee approval.
SIA ACS · Evidence reviews
Screening-file and operational evidence reviews
We can review how screening files, training records and operational documents are organised and controlled. Any BS 7858 review is scoped against the applicable authorised standard and relevant scheme or contract requirements. A short checklist does not replace the full standard or a completed screening process. Please do not submit personal screening records with an initial enquiry.
Internal review reports record findings and agreed actions.
Action registers identify owners, deadlines and closure evidence.
Management review records capture decisions and follow-up actions.
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SIA ACS FAQs & Related Services
What is your role in the ACS process? Clause Ten Consulting provides SIA ACS consultancy and preparation support. ACS approval decisions are made by the Security Industry Authority following its assessment process; we do not provide certification or guarantee approval.
How long does SIA ACS preparation take? Timescales depend on the scope of your services, current readiness, staff availability, and the volume of evidence required. External factors like SIA assessor availability also affect timing. We agree on a realistic, structured plan with you following an initial gap review.
Can you support my existing ACS systems? Yes. Clause Ten supports existing ACS-aligned systems through document and practice reviews, periodic internal reviews, corrective actions, staff training and ongoing maintenance to support continual improvement.
Related services: ISO 9001 Quality Management and ISO 45001 Health & Safety.
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