NAS Certification for
Security & Access Control Contractors.
Security system installers, CCTV contractors, and access control businesses operate in sensitive environments where GDPR, DBS compliance, and professional standards are closely scrutinised. NAS provides independently assessed business compliance certification that gives clients the assurance they need when appointing security supply chain partners.
Why Security & Access Control Contractors Need NAS Certification
Security and access control contractors handle sensitive data, operate in occupied environments, and install systems that protect people and assets. Business compliance — particularly around GDPR, DBS, and professional standards — is scrutinised by housing, NHS, commercial, and MOD clients.
NAS Basic — £349/yr
Health and safety policy and arrangements, risk assessments and method statements, COSHH, CDM duties, training, insurance and subcontractor checks — the SSIP core criteria.
NAS Bronze — £749/yr
Everything in Basic plus legal identity and licences, employers’ liability insurance, data protection, equality, complaints handling, employment terms and right-to-work checks.
NAS Silver — £950/yr
Everything in Bronze plus environmental and waste management, quality and corrective action, governance and conflicts of interest, competition law, pensions, working time and subcontractor approval.
NAS Gold — £1,150/yr
Everything in Silver plus 13 procurement modules: financial standing, anti-bribery and integrity disclosures, tax status, cyber security, ethical supply chain, sustainability and Building Safety Act readiness.
What You Get With NAS Certification
Certification goes beyond a certificate — it opens doors and gives you tools to grow.
Public Register Listing
Commercial, housing, and NHS buyers verify your NAS status on the NAS register.
Security System Tenders
Access security installation, CCTV, and access control opportunities across multiple sectors.
Trade-Specific Questions
Your questionnaire includes questions for your trade, so the evidence you submit matches the work you actually do.
Assessor-Reviewed Evidence
An assessor checks your actual documents, so your certificate carries weight with buyers.
Expiry Reminders
Reminders before your NAS certificate, and dated documents you have submitted such as insurance, expire.
Annual Re-Assessment
Renewal includes a fresh evidence review, so buyers know your certificate reflects current documents.
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