Terms of Service & Website Usage Agreement
The terms that govern your use of vanguardacservices.com.
Welcome to the website of Vanguard Assessment & Consultancy Services (“VACS”). By accessing or using this website (vanguardacservices.com), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please refrain from using our website.
Scope of Agreement
These Terms set out the conditions for using our website. Specific commercial service agreements, Lead IQA retainers, or assessment contracts executed between VACS and Independent Training Providers (ITPs) are governed by dedicated B2B Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and statement of work schedules.
Services Overview
VACS provides independent vocational assessment, Lead Internal Quality Assurance (IQA), EQA audit defense, and center approval consultancy services for regulated training providers across core sectors including Occupational Health & Safety, Fire Safety, Health & Social Care, and Construction Trades.
Website Content & Intellectual Property
- All content, text, graphics, logos, brand markers, service frameworks, and documentation blueprints on this website are the intellectual property of VACS or its licensors and are protected by UK copyright and trademark laws.
- You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any website content without prior written permission from VACS.
B2B Client Platform Access & System Use
Where ITP partners grant VACS staff access to their e-portfolio software (e.g., OneFile, Aptem, Smart Assessor, Quals Direct) or cloud drives:
- The client remains responsible for maintaining active, secure user accounts and appropriate access permissions.
- VACS agrees to use provisioned credentials solely for conducting agreed-upon assessment, IQA sampling, and quality audit tasks.
Website Usage Conduct
When using our website or submitting consultation forms, you agree not to:
- Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information.
- Attempt to breach website security protocols, inject malicious code, or gain unauthorized server access.
- Use automated scraping tools to extract website data or content without consent.
Disclaimer of Warranties & Limitation of Liability
General Information
Website information is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute formal legal or regulatory advice.
No Guarantee of DCS Status
While VACS applies rigorous, audit-ready quality assurance strategies, final Awarding Organisation decisions, Direct Claims Status (DCS) approvals, or EQA audit outcomes remain subject to the independent judgment of external Awarding Bodies.
Liability Cap
To the maximum extent permitted by UK law, VACS shall not be liable for any indirect, consequential, or economic loss resulting from website usage or reliance on public web content.
External Links & Third-Party Platforms
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or awarding body portals. VACS is not responsible for the availability, content, or privacy practices of third-party external sites.
Governing Law & Jurisdiction
These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
Modifications & Updates
VACS reserves the right to revise these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will take effect immediately upon posting to this page. Continued website use following updates constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
Contact Us
For any legal or contractual inquiries regarding these Terms:
Legal Entity
Vanguard Assessment & Consultancy Services (VACS)
Questions About These Terms?
Reach out to our Quality Directorate for any legal or contractual inquiries.
Email enquiries@vanguardacservices.com