Unlocking Efficiency: How SSIP’s Mutual Recognition Simplifies Compliance for Suppliers
For construction suppliers navigating the complex landscape of health and safety compliance, the traditional approach of completing multiple, often repetitive, pre-qualification assessments have long been a source of frustration and inefficiency. However, a powerful solution exists: SSIP (Safety Schemes in...
Simplifying Procurement: Why SSIP Certification is Your Trusted Benchmark for Contractor Safety
For any procurement professional, the responsibility of appointing competent contractors who uphold the highest health and safety standards is paramount. It’s a critical function that directly impacts project success, legal compliance, and the well-being of all personnel on site. In...
Demystifying Compliance: The Power of SSIP for Business Growth
By Eleanor Eaton, Chair of Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP) In today’s dynamic business landscape, demonstrating a robust commitment to health and safety isn’t just good practice; it’s a fundamental legal requirement and a strategic imperative. For businesses across various...
Avoid These Common Mistakes & Fast-Track Your SSIP Certification!
In the competitive construction sector, demonstrating robust health and safety compliance is no longer just a good practice; it’s a fundamental requirement for securing contracts and building a reputation of trust. Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP) certification serves as the...
Streamlining Safety: Why Buyers Should Stipulate SSIP Certification for Suppliers
In today’s complex business landscape, ensuring the health and safety of everyone involved in a project is paramount. For buyers, commonly referred to as clients, this responsibility extends to every supplier they engage. But navigating the world of health and...
Laing O’Rourke’s Supply Chain Success with SSIP
Assuring supplier competence in your supply chain is a key responsibility of any organisation. SSIP assists you in meeting this challenge head-on by pre-vetting suppliers to ensure they meet rigorous health and safety standards. With over 84,000 suppliers registered with an SSIP...
Understanding the Differences Between Procurement Practices: SSIP, PAS91, CAS and PPN 03/24
Understanding the differences between pre-qualification processes ensures your organisation complies with the correct policies and procedures. As SSIP Chair, Eleanor Eaton explained, “We’re often asked which procurement process buyers should implement and why it’s relevant to their organisation. Understanding the...
New Members strengthen SSIP’s commitment to streamlined procurement
Three new organisations have joined Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP), strengthening its mission to eliminate the duplication of occupational health and safety standards in the UK. Rochdale Borough Council, AUVA Certification Ltd, and Compliance Chain Ltd are the latest additions to...









