Expert CHAS, ISO
Helping Midlands construction and manufacturing businesses secure CHAS, ISO 45001, SMAS, Constructionline, and SafeContractor accreditations to win more contracts.
Securing Accreditations
Stop Losing Contracts Due to Missing Accreditations
Tired of being excluded from tender opportunities because you don’t have CHAS, ISO 45001, or other safety accreditations?
CHSP takes the headache out of accreditation applications. We handle the lengthy forms, gather supporting documents, prepare your H&S management systems, and guide you through the entire process, so you can focus on winning contracts, not paperwork.
Led by IOSH-certified consultant Thecla Connikie with 15+ years of experience, we’ve successfully helped 200+ construction, manufacturing, and contracting businesses across the Derbyshire, Leicestershire, and Nottinghamshire regions secure the accreditations they need to access major contracts with councils, utilities, and national contractors.
✓ Fixed-fee pricing
✓ Average 3-week turnaround
✓ No hidden costs, everything included
✓ 98% first-time approval rate
Very good feedback was provided alongside an awareness of the industry. We learned how best to check the safety to the high standard required.
Why Use CHSP for Your Accreditation Applications?
We Do the Hard Work For You → No more wrestling with confusing forms and documentation. We complete your entire application from start to finish, from gathering evidence to preparing your health and safety management systems and submitting everything to the accreditation body.
Fixed-Fee Pricing (No Surprises) → Know exactly what you’ll pay upfront. No hourly rates, no hidden extras, no surprise invoices. Fixed fees depending on accreditation, with multiple accreditation discounts available when you need more than one scheme.
Fast-Track Service Available → Urgent tender deadline? We offer priority processing to get you accredited quickly. Our fast-track service ensures your application jumps the queue, ideal for time-sensitive contract opportunities.
Proven High Success Rate → 15+ years’ experience means we know exactly what assessors want to see. Our applications achieve a 98% first-time approval rate, saving you time, stress, and resubmission fees.
Ongoing Support & Renewals Included → We don’t disappear after approval. Need help with annual renewals, audits, or documentation updates? Our retainer service packages provide unlimited advice and ongoing compliance support, so you stay accredited year after year.
Multiple Accreditation Package Deals → Need CHAS + ISO 45001 + SMAS? We offer package discounts that save you money vs. applying separately. Plus, we can prepare all your risk assessments, COSHH assessments, and safety policies in one coordinated project.
Serving construction, manufacturing, and contracting businesses across Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, and the wider East and West Midlands.
Founded to help organisations to assess and monitor suppliers throughout the supply chain, Achilles now also assesses companies’ performance in Health and Safety, Environment, Quality and Corporate Social Responsibility. Many organisations now judge potential suppliers and collaborators, within the utilities sector, by their Achilles registration.
ISO 45001 is the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Standard set by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO). Replacing OHSAS 18001, it is designed to improve occupational health and safety and eliminate hazards. Achieving certification to this standard is recognition that you have achieved an international benchmark and can enhance your reputation with customers and help to reduce insurance premiums.
ISO 14001 is the ISO’s Environmental Management System (EMS) Standard. It demonstrates to your customers and employees the commitment to reduce your business’s impact on the environment.
ISO 9001 sets out the criteria for a quality management system. By demonstrating and verifying your compliance to the requirements of ISO 9001, you are not only showing your company’s commitment to the development and improvement of your quality management system and its processes to your employees, but also to potential customers.
Contractors Health & Safety Assessment Scheme (CHAS)
A CHAS registration shows that you meet the recognised standards required by any organisation looking to employ you as a contractor. It opens up more business opportunities for you while maintaining strong health and safety practices.
Safety Management Advisory Services (SMAS)
SMAS is a member of Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP). It clearly shows your H&S competence to clients and can increase your chances of being on the preferred supplier lists of contractors.
Accreditations We Support
- CHAS (Contractors Health & Safety Assessment Scheme)
- ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management System)
- ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System)
- ISO 9001 (Quality Management System)
- Constructionline
- SMAS (Safety Management Advisory Services)
- SafeContractor
What is CHAS?
CHAS is the UK’s largest health and safety accreditation scheme, trusted by over 70,000 contractors and accepted by thousands of public and private sector buyers. It demonstrates your commitment to health and safety compliance.
Why You Need It:
- Required for local authority contracts
- Expected by major contractors and utility companies
- Opens access to £billions in public sector work
- Reduces duplicate H&S assessments—pre-qualification accepted by 500+ buyers
- Part of SSIP (Safety Schemes in Procurement)—one assessment, multiple recognitions
What’s Involved:
- Comprehensive H&S policy review
- Risk assessment documentation
- Evidence of competent H&S advice
- Insurance and legal compliance checks
- Online application portal submission
How We Help:
- ✓ Complete your online CHAS application form
- ✓ Prepare all required risk assessments and safety policies
- ✓ Gather insurance certificates and legal compliance evidence
- ✓ Review and improve your H&S management system
- ✓ Liaise with CHAS assessors on your behalf
- ✓ Support through renewal process (annual)
Timescale: 2-4 weeks from start to accreditation
What is ISO 45001?
ISO 45001 is the international standard for occupational health and safety management systems. It replaced OHSAS 18001 and demonstrates world-class H&S management.
Why You Need It:
- Gold-standard H&S certification recognised globally
- Required for large contracts and multinational supply chains
- Reduces workplace incidents and associated costs
- Can lower insurance premiums (up to 20% with some providers)
- Demonstrates due diligence and legal compliance
- Competitive advantage when tendering
What’s Involved:
- Gap analysis of current H&S systems
- Policy and procedure development
- Risk assessment framework
- Internal audit processes
- Management review procedures
- External certification audit (Stage 1 & Stage 2)
How We Help:
- ✓ Conduct initial gap analysis to identify what you need
- ✓ Develop or upgrade your H&S management system
- ✓ Write all required policies, procedures, and documentation
- ✓ Train your team on ISO 45001 requirements
- ✓ Conduct internal audits to prepare for certification
- ✓ Support through external certification audit
- ✓ Provide ongoing compliance support
Timescale: 3-6 months from start to certification (depending on current systems)
What is ISO 14001?
The international standard for environmental management systems demonstrates your commitment to reducing environmental impact.
Why You Need It:
- Increasingly required for public sector and corporate contracts
- Demonstrates environmental responsibility
- Helps reduce waste, energy costs, and carbon footprint
- Supports ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) objectives
- Competitive advantage in sustainability-focused tenders
How We Help:
- ✓ Environmental aspects and impacts assessment
- ✓ Develop an environmental management system
- ✓ Create environmental policies and procedures
- ✓ Environmental audit preparation
- ✓ Support through certification process
Timescale: 3-6 months to certification
What is ISO 9001?
The world’s most recognised quality management standard, proving your commitment to consistent quality and customer satisfaction.
Why You Need It:
- Required by many large organisations for supplier approval
- Demonstrates consistent quality processes
- Improves operational efficiency
- Enhances customer confidence
- Often required alongside ISO 45001 for major contracts
How We Help:
- ✓ Quality system development
- ✓ Process mapping and documentation
- ✓ Internal audit support
- ✓ Certification audit preparation
Timescale: 3-6 months to certification
What is Constructionline?
The UK’s largest register of pre-qualified contractors and consultants for public sector procurement.
Why You Need It:
- Essential for public sector construction work
- Required by most local authorities
- Access to £billions in government contracts
- Reduces the need for multiple PQQs (pre-qualification questionnaires)
How We Help:
- ✓ Complete online Constructionline application
- ✓ Gather financial, insurance, and H&S documentation
- ✓ Achieve Gold or Silver membership level
What is SMAS?
SMAS is part of SSIP (Safety Schemes in Procurement) and provides health and safety pre-qualification for contractors.
Why You Need It:
- Alternative or complement to CHAS
- Required by many contractors and principal contractors
- Demonstrates H&S competence to clients
- Part of SSIP—one assessment, multiple scheme recognition
How We Help:
- ✓ Complete SMAS application
- ✓ Prepare all H&S documentation
- ✓ Support through the assessment process
Timescale: 2-3 weeks
What is SafeContractor?
Leading third-party accreditation scheme assessing health and safety competence.
Why You Need It:
- Required by facilities management companies
- FM sector standard accreditation
- Part of SSIP
- Quick and cost-effective vs. other schemes
How We Help:
- ✓ Application completion
- ✓ H&S system assessment
- ✓ Documentation preparation
Health & Safety Accreditations Matter for Your Business
Win More Contracts** Many clients (especially public sector) won‘t even consider you without CHAS or similar. Accreditations open doors to £billions in opportunities.
Increase Your Turnover** Our clients report 20-40% revenue increases within 12 months of gaining accreditations, purely from accessing contracts they couldn’t bid for before.
Save Time on Pre-Qualification** Instead of filling out lengthy H&S questionnaires for every tender, SSIP-accredited schemes (CHAS, SMAS, SafeContractor) are accepted by 500+ buyers. One assessment, multiple recognitions.
Demonstrate Competence** Accreditations prove you take H&S seriously. They build trust with clients, insurers, and supply chain partners.
Protect Your Business Legally** Robust H&S systems required for accreditations also protect you from HSE enforcement, prosecutions, and civil claims.
Competitive Advantage** When two contractors quote similarly, the one with CHAS + ISO certifications wins. Simple as that.
Frequently Asked Questions About Accreditations
Which accreditation do I need?
It depends on your industry and who you want to work with:
- Local councils/public sector: CHAS or Constructionline
- Large contractors: CHAS, SMAS, or SafeContractor
- Utilities sector: Achilles
- Major corporates/export: ISO 45001, ISO 9001
- FM sector: SafeContractor
Not sure? Contact us for a free 15-minute consultation where we’ll assess your needs.
How long does the accreditation process take?
Timescales vary:
- CHAS/SMAS/SafeContractor: 2-4 weeks from start to approval
- Constructionline: 1-3 weeks
- ISO 45001/9001/14001: 3-6 months (includes system development and certification audit)
We can often fast-track if you have an urgent tender deadline.
Do I need all these accreditations?
No! Most businesses start with 1-2 key ones:
- Construction SMEs: CHAS + SMAS is common
- Larger contractors: CHAS + ISO 45001
- Public sector focus: Constructionline essential
We’ll recommend only what you actually need based on your target clients.
What if my application is rejected?
Rare if done properly (our success rate is 98%+), but if it happens:
- We identify the issues at no extra cost
- We correct the application and resubmit
- If rejection was our error, we refund our fee (guarantee)
Can I do the application myself?
Technically yes, but:
- CHAS applications average 8-12 hours to complete properly
- You need comprehensive H&S policies and risk assessments
- Assessors reject 30-40% of DIY applications for missing or inadequate documentation
- ISO certifications require expert knowledge of the standards
Our service saves you time, reduces rejection risk, and often costs less than the value of your time.
Do you help with renewals?
Absolutely. Most accreditations need annual renewal. We offer:
- Renewal reminder service
- Quick-turnaround renewal applications
- Updates to your H&S systems to stay compliant
- Annual retainer packages covering all your H&S and accreditation needs
Do accreditations guarantee I'll win contracts?
Accreditations don’t guarantee contract wins, but they:
- Remove barriers – you can’t even tender for many contracts without them
- Demonstrate credibility – shows you take H&S seriously
- Level the playing field – compete with larger, established contractors
- Speed up procurement – pre-qualified status means faster approval
Think of them as essential qualifications that get you through the door. Winning the contract still depends on your pricing, quality, and track record.
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