Licensing & Professional Standards
Fully SIA Licensed Security Professionals
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At Tarka X SafeHarbour, the safety of your property and the wellbeing of those we protect is our highest priority.
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All operational staff are fully licensed by the Security Industry Authority (SIA), ensuring they have been:
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Professionally trained
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Background checked to UK regulatory standards
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Assessed as fit to carry out security duties
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As part of the SIA licensing process, staff undergo vetting and identity checks. In addition, we ensure our personnel are:
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DBS checked (Disclosure and Barring Service) to support safeguarding responsibilities
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First Aid trained, enabling appropriate response in emergencies or welfare situations
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This means every visit, welfare check, or response is carried out by qualified, vetted, and prepared professionals.
Our Commitment to become part of the Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS)
We are committed to maintaining the highest industry standards and are currently working towards accreditation under the Security Industry Authority Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS).​
The ACS is a recognised benchmark for quality within the UK security industry, focusing on:​
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Service delivery standards
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Staff training and welfare
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Customer satisfaction
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Continuous improvement
TheTransparent Approach
As a newly established business, we are required to complete a minimum operational period before applying for and achieving ACS status.​
Typically, this means accreditation cannot be obtained until approximately 12 months of trading history has been demonstrated.​
However, during this period we:​
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Operate in full compliance with SIA licensing requirements
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Apply internal safeguarding and quality processes aligned with ACS principles
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Maintain detailed reporting and audit trails for clients, insurers, and professional partners
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Continue to invest in staff training, welfare, and continuous improvement
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What This Means for You?
While we are progressing towards ACS accreditation, you can be confident that:
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You are working with a fully licensed, insured, and compliant security provider
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All staff are vetted, trained, and prepared to respond appropriately
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Our service is designed to meet the expectations of insurers, solicitors, and property professionals
Looking Ahead
Achieving ACS accreditation is a key milestone in our growth, and forms part of our long-term commitment to providing:
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Trusted local security services across the South West
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Transparent, accountable reporting
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High-quality, people-first safeguarding
We believe trust is built through openness, professionalism, and consistency—not just certificates.
While we work towards formal accreditation, our focus remains exactly where it should be: delivering a reliable, high-quality service you can depend on.
- Tarka X SafeHarbour