The AOS is supported by the BPA Approved Operator Code of Practice (current version 9 - February 2024),
A copy of version 9 of the code with the changes highlighted is available here
Previous versions of the BPA Approved Operator Code of Practice 2012
BPA Approved Operator Code of Practice 2012 Version 8, January 2020 This version will be referred to in relation to any issues of non-compliance taking place up to but not including 1st February 2024.
BPA Approved Operator Code of Practice 2012 - Version 7, January 2018 This version will be referred to in relation to any issues of non-compliance taking place up to but not including 6th January 2020.
BPA Approved Operator Code of Practice 2012 - Version 6, October 2015 This version will be referred to in relation to any issues of non-compliance taking place up to but not including 2nd January 2018.
BPA Approved Operator Code of Practice 2012 - Version 5, October 2014 This version will be referred to in relation to any issues of non-compliance taking place up to but not including 1st October 2015.
BPA Approved Operator Code of Practice 2012 - Version 4, February 2014. This version will be referred to in relation to any issues of non-compliance taking place up to but not including 30th October 2014.
BPA Approved Operator Code of Practice 2012 - Version 3, June 2013 This version will be referred to in relation to any issues of non-compliance taking place up to but not including 7th February 2014.
BPA Approved Operator Code of Practice 2012 - Version 2, March 2013 This version will be referred to in relation to any issues of non-compliance taking place up to but not including 20th June 2013.
BPA Approved Operator Code of Practice - Version 1, October 2012 - This version will be referred to in relation to any issues of non-compliance taking place up to but not including 13th March 2012.
Compliance Monitoring Programme
The compliance monitoring programme offers practical advice and guidance to members, whilst delivering regular site assessments and operational audits and addressing compliance issues that have arisen from complaints made by members of the public.
Because only the most professional and reputable operators will be able to satisfy the rigorous compliance criteria, the scheme will enable these members to set themselves apart as operators at the level of ‘Best Practice’. Over time therefore, ownership of the AOS logo, the Safer Parking Scheme logo, and membership to the BPA will help members to provide a feeling of safety and confidence for motorists when they choose to use a car park that is identified in this way.