Water Industry Registration Scheme (WIRS)
Lloyd’s Register operates on behalf of the Water UK and the water utilities, the Water Industry Registration Scheme (WIRS).

The scheme represents part of an ongoing process to facilitate multi-lay for service providers.

Under the scheme we perform technical assessment of the service providers who elect to be assessed for accreditation for contestable works associated with the installation of water infrastructure. The scopes of registration are as follows:

• design
• project management
• construction, commissioning and connections Full, Site & Services (see guidance notes)

What are the benefits
Accreditation under the scheme will provide the service provider with the following benefits:

• accreditation recognised by all water utilities and Water UK
• independent assessment and registration process
• assignment of an accreditation mark which will represent the achievement of a high technical, quality and safety standard
• Lloyd's Register website listing of registered service providers.

How to apply
To apply please click here to go to the ‘WIRS application form'