Copeland Achieves COP 119 and BS 10119 Accreditation, Strengthening Trust and Compliance
Copeland Group Services is extremely proud to confirm that we are now fully accredited to COP 119 and BS 10119:2024, further strengthening our commitment to quality, ethics and compliance across every part of our operation.
These accreditations reinforce Copeland’s position as a trusted security partner for organisations that require not only reliable protection, but complete confidence in the people delivering it.
What COP 119 accreditation means
COP 119 is a recognised UK standard for companies supplying labour into the security sector. Achieving this accreditation requires an independent audit against strict criteria designed to protect clients, workers and the wider industry.
As part of the COP 119 process, Copeland has been assessed against requirements covering:
Ethical business practices
- Robust screening and vetting processes
- Fair pay and legal compliance
- Working time regulations
- Quality management systems
This independent assessment provides assurance that every individual supplied by Copeland is recruited, managed and supported in line with best practice and statutory obligations.
Why this matters to clients
For organisations using security services, the quality of people on site matters as much as the technology or procedures behind them. Poorly vetted or improperly managed labour can introduce unnecessary risk to safety, compliance and reputation.
COP 119 accreditation gives clients confidence that:
- Personnel are screened and vetted correctly
- Employment practices meet legal and ethical standards
- Labour supply is consistent, accountable and transparent
- Operational and reputational risks are reduced
In an industry where shortcuts can have serious consequences, this level of independent validation provides meaningful reassurance.
BS 10119:2024 strengthening trust further
Alongside COP 119, Copeland has also achieved accreditation to BS 10119:2024, a standard focused on supplier assurance and quality within service provision.
Together, these accreditations demonstrate that Copeland does not simply meet baseline requirements. They show an active commitment to higher standards that protect clients and support long term partnerships.
Commitment to continuous improvement
Accreditations are not one off achievements. They require ongoing compliance, regular audits and continuous improvement. Copeland views this as essential to maintaining trust and delivering consistent quality across all services.
This milestone reflects the work of teams across the business. In particular, we recognise Alan Rimmer, Group Strategy Director, for leading the accreditation process, and Craig Willetts, who has supported Copeland’s accreditation journey for over 15 years and continues to provide invaluable guidance.
Choosing a security partner you can trust
When organisations choose Copeland, they are not simply selecting a security provider. They are choosing a partner that takes compliance, ethics and quality seriously at every level.
From manned guarding, mobile patrols and CCTV monitoring, through to alarm response, lock and unlock services and integrated site protection, Copeland’s accreditations underpin everything we deliver. Every service is supported by robust vetting, ethical labour practices and clearly defined operating standards.
This means clients can have confidence not only in how sites are protected, but in how people are recruited, managed and deployed. In environments where compliance, safety and reputation matter, that reassurance is essential.
To learn more about how Copeland’s standards can support your organisation, contact Copeland Group Services today.