What is the purpose of the Approved Contractor Scheme?

• A. To ensure all security staff is licensed
• B. To regulate the prices charged by security providers
• C. To approve security equipment for use in the field
• D. To set working hours for security operatives

Answer: (A)

The main idea behind the Approved Contractor Scheme is that security providers are accountable for employing licensed staff and operating to agreed standards. The scheme recognizes contractors who meet these standards and require their personnel to hold valid SIA licenses where required. This gives clients confidence that on-site security personnel are properly vetted and authorized to work in security roles. The focus isn’t on pricing, equipment approval, or setting working hours, which is why those options don’t fit the purpose of the scheme.