MP Connect for Companies

Contractor Assessment for the Minerals Industry

A simpler, robust and more transparent way for contractor companies to demonstrate competence and meet industry expectations.

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Assessment process

5 Steps

Clear structured process

A structured 5-step assessment covering company profile, core criteria, CDM duty holder roles, activity-specific arrangements and ESG.

About the scheme

Built by industry. Designed to promote safety.

MP Connect for Companies is an industry-led contractor company assessment scheme developed by MPQC.

It has been designed to promote safety, reduce duplications and support consistent contractor standards across the mineral sector.

The assessment adapts based on your company's activities and role, making the process proportionate, relevant and easier to complete.

Each question includes guidance to help you provide the correct information first time.

Why it matters

Focused tools for safer, simpler site access decisions.

Promotes Safety

Promotes safety for everyone working on site by setting clear, consistent expectations for contractor companies.

Clarity and Consistency

Provides clarity and consistency across the supply chain with a single, industry-recognised assessment standard.

Reduces Duplication

Reduces duplication across multiple assessment schemes, saving time and administration for contractors and operators alike.

Not-for-Profit Model

Delivers value through a not-for-profit, industry-focused model with any surplus reinvested back into the minerals sector.

Key features

Clear evidence, visible status, fewer blind spots.

MP Connect Companies has been specifically designed to reflect the risks and operational realities of the minerals industry, with a focus on higher-risk contractor activities and assessors with sector experience.

SSIP-aligned assessment approach
Industry-specific risk modules
Clear guidance on what assessors are looking for
Visibility of company status at site check-in
Assessment by sector-experienced professionals
Not-for-profit model reinvesting back into the industry

Step-by-step assessment process

A clear route through contractor assessment

About Your Company

Provide your company details and confirm the activities you undertake.

Core Criteria

Demonstrate your standard health and safety arrangements.

CDM Duty Holder Criteria

Complete additional requirements where these apply to your role.

Specific Health and Safety Arrangements

Provide evidence of how you manage industry-specific risks.

Environment, Social and Governance

Explain the systems you have in place to demonstrate good practice and compliance.

Already SSIP certified?

You may not need to complete the full assessment

If you hold a valid SSIP certificate with at least three months remaining, you may benefit from exemptions from core criteria and CDM duty holder requirements.

This helps reduce duplication, cost and administration while maintaining robust industry assurance.

Core criteria exemption

Skip the standard health and safety arrangements section if your SSIP certificate covers this scope.

CDM duty holder exemption

Avoid duplicating CDM-related questions already assessed under your existing certification.

3 months minimum remaining

Your SSIP certificate must have at least three months validity left at the point of assessment.

For contractors

Benefits for contractors

Clear and transparent requirements
Reduced need to complete multiple assessments
Recognition of existing SSIP certification
Suitable for micro, small, medium and large organisations
Constructive feedback to help support safety improvement

For operators

Benefits for operators

Confidence in contractor competence
Consistent assessment standards
Improved visibility of contractor compliance
Integration with site access systems

Get started

Register in 3 simple steps

Register your company

Create your MP Connect account and set up your company profile.

Complete your assessment

Work through the relevant sections and upload your supporting evidence.

Submit for review

Your submission is reviewed by experienced sector assessors.

Each question includes guidance to help you provide the correct information first time.

What evidence will you need?

Depending on your activities, you may be asked to provide:

Health and safety policies
Risk assessments and method statements
Training and competency records
Inspection and maintenance records

The platform allows multiple document uploads and clear referencing of evidence.

Scope

Who does this apply to?

In scope

Contractors working on operational sites
Maintenance and operational activities
Higher-risk and safety-critical work
CDM duty holder roles where applicable

Out of scope

Office-based consultancy with no site activity
Delivery-only suppliers
Low-risk services with no operational exposure

Get in touch

Register your interest

Leave your details and a member of the team will be in touch to help you get started with MP Connect for Companies.

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