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What’s the issue? When businesses hire suppliers or contractors, they need to make sure those companies follow proper health and safety rules. Traditionally, checking each supplier’s safety credentials has been time-consuming and expensive – imagine having to verify the same...

By Eleanor Eaton, Chair of SSIP Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP) is the UK framework that brings together health and safety assessment schemes under a single set of core standards. Our purpose is simple: to reduce unnecessary duplication in procurement...

By Eleanor Eaton (CMIOSH, FIIRSM, PGCert), Chair of Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP) One of the recurring themes I see in procurement and compliance is duplication. As the Managing Director of a Health & Safety Consultancy that undertakes SSIP assessments, I...

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...

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...

To our Valued External Stakeholders, This statement is to clarify the position of Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP) regarding the setting of fees for our member schemes. We understand that stakeholders may seek a standardised approach to pricing across all...

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...

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...

      SSIP are pleased to welcome CubicWorks Ltd to the SSIP Forum as a Supporter Member.  CubicWorks provides construction, demolition, fit-out, refurbishment, facilities management, and associated services. “As an office refurbishment and facilities management company, CubicWorks Ltd is...

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...