What is it?

PQS accreditation sits under the SSIP umbrella and shows clients your business meets recognised health and safety standards. Our PQS Accreditation Assistance service manages the submission end to end — completing the online application, preparing supporting evidence, and guiding you from start to finish — so you can submit with confidence and minimal disruption.

Built for sole traders, small builders and principal contractors who want a smooth submission and a credible result.

Note: PQS offers core SSIP sections and optional PAS 91 additional sections. PQS is currently among the most cost-effective SSIP assessments for businesses with fewer than five employees. Accreditation renews annually.

Why You Need It

1) Win more work and pass pre-quals Many organisations ask for SSIP as entry criteria. PQS helps you clear procurement checks and get onto approved lists.
2) Prove strong health and safety Independent review of your policies, procedures and records builds client trust.
3) Save time and avoid rework We complete the forms, assemble the evidence and close gaps so it’s right first time.
4) Pick the right scope We confirm whether you need core SSIP only or the PAS 91 add-ons based on your clients and work profile.
5) Focus on delivery, not admin We manage the process, deadlines and clarifications while you run your projects.

What You Get

– Dedicated consultant as your single point of contact.
– Application completion — we complete the PQS portal on your behalf.
– Document preparation and collation — policies, procedures, insurances, training, references and other evidence as required.
– Gap analysis and action plan — clear steps to meet core SSIP and (if needed) PAS 91.
– Health and safety support — practical guidance and template provision where required.
– Submission and follow-through — liaison on PQS queries until a decision is issued.
– Fixed-fee quotation — transparent scope, no hidden charges.
– Value for very small teams — businesses with under 5 employees receive 12 months of safety advisor support at no extra charge with a full application.
– Renewal readiness — calendar reminders and guidance for next year’s assessment.

What we need to start

Basic company details (activities, headcount, turnover band, insurances) so we can assign the best consultant, select the correct PQS scope (core SSIP and/or PAS 91), and guide you through any remaining evidence.

Built for

– Contractors applying for PQS for the first time
– Businesses seeking a cost-effective SSIP route (especially under 5 employees)
– Companies asked by a client to obtain SSIP/PQS for a bid, framework or renewal

Understanding the costs

Two elements: (1) Our assistance fee — fixed, based on your headcount and selected scope (core SSIP and/or PAS 91). (2) PQS assessment fee — paid to PQS; pricing is published by PQS and varies by size/band. PQS accreditation is annual; we support renewals year in, year out.

Ready to open doors and reduce admin?

PQS Accreditation Assistance gets you submission-ready quickly, with professional support and a clear audit trail. Contact us for a fixed fee and start your submission today.