CHAS Standard membership

Health and safety assessments made easy.

With CHAS Standard we’ve simplified the process of demonstrating health and safety compliance, so you can take advantage of more work opportunities.

Our Standard membership includes our industry-leading health and safety assessment and self-certified insurance module – everything you need to demonstrate compliance with SSIP.

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What’s included in CHAS Standard?

Health and safety assessment: Show your compliance through the VeriforceONE portal. It’s our online dashboard where potential clients can view your credentials and confirm you meet recognised health and safety standards.

Self-certified insurance module: Use the portal to upload evidence of your insurance, letting companies know you have the cover they need.

SSIP Compliance: As a co-founder of SSIP, CHAS helps you meet SSIP requirements confidently and makes it easier to gain recognition across other SSIP member schemes.

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How is the assessment carried out?

CHAS Standard members have three routes to achieve compliance. We’ll help you complete your assessment in the way that works best for you and your business.

1. Full desktop assessment

All done from your desk. Simply fill in a digital questionnaire and upload documents about your health and safety, plus risk management policies.

2. On-site audit

Prefer a little extra support? A member of the CHAS team will conduct an on-site visit and review your risk management policies. This can also be done remotely.

3. SSIP Deem to Satisfy application

A big time-saver, contractors who’ve met the requirements of other SSIP member schemes can apply for CHAS Standard membership through the Deemed to Satisfy scheme, removing the need for another assessment.

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How do our health and safety assessments work?

Whether you choose a desktop assessment or an on-site audit, all CHAS assessments are carried out by our own specialists, aligned with all major legislation (Procurement Act 2023, CDM Regulations, the Building Safety Act) and the core industry standards, SSIP and CAS. Here’s how the process works.

Processing and approval of your assessment

Assessments are usually approved within 10 days. Fast-track applications can be completed within 48 hours* of submitting your application, helping you get pre-qualified for projects faster.

Your business name, details and compliance information will be displayed on the VeriforceONE portal, which instantly connects you with over 2,500 CHAS clients actively seeking compliant contractors.

*Terms and conditions apply.

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Review and evidencing of health and safety practices

CHAS Standard members can submit their health and safety information through VeriforceONE.

Our assessors will independently review your policies, training, insurance details, maintenance records, construction phase plans and your Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) procedures to evidence your compliance against industry expectations. Your risk assessment and method statements will also play an important role.

Our assessors also consider the size and scope of your business when reviewing your information, to ensure a fair and relevant assessment.

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The benefits of meeting requirements through CHAS Standard

With CHAS you can show a single recognised assessment that lines up with exactly what hiring clients need, making it easier to win the work you want.

Pre-qualify for exclusive work opportunities

Once your assessment is complete, your business becomes visible to over 2,500 clients in the CHAS network, all actively looking for contractors like you.

Streamline the pre-qualification process

CHAS Standard is the only health and safety assessment you need to demonstrate compliance and meet SSIP requirements. That means less duplication, less admin, and just one annual audit to keep everything on track.

SSIP compliance through an SSIP co-founder

As a co-founder of the SSIP community, CHAS helps you avoid repeating the same assessments elsewhere. This can save you time and money when joining other SSIP member schemes.

Upgrade to higher compliance levels with ease

If you decide to move to more advanced CHAS assessments, we can make it straightforward to upgrade. You’ve already done a lot of the groundwork, so we’ll support you with a reduced set of questions when upgrading to CHAS Advanced (SSIP and PAS 91) or CHAS Elite (Common Assessment Standard).

Demonstrate your compliance with the CHAS logo

As a member you can display the CHAS logo on your letterheads vehicles, and more. It’s a simple way to show clients you take health and safety seriously.

Meet the toughest health and safety standards

Completing your assessment doesn’t just tick a box, it helps you build practical policies that align with industry standards. By the time you’re approved you’ll have the risk assessments and processes in place to support the kind of safer, more confident working desired by clients.

CHAS Standard exclusive member benefits

As a CHAS member, we’ll help you achieve compliance with health and safety standards in the fastest and most efficient way possible. We’ll also give you access to a growing bank of exclusive CHAS benefits to help you grow your business and win more work.

24/7 helpline and downloadable templates

Get round-the-clock access to a health and safety, HR and environmental helpline. You can also download over 100 templates, step-by-step guides and model policies.

Discounted training resources

Keep your workforce trained and up to date, with discounted eLearning courses through Human Focus.

Exclusive deals and offers

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Free HandsHQ trial

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VeriforceONE. Your portal to all things CHAS.

VeriforceONE is our dedicated portal for contractors. It brings together everything you need to manage your account and view your live compliance status in one place.

Access and upload documentation and assessments.
Update your compliance progress and download certificates.
See feedback from your CHAS assessor.
Take advantage of additional benefits, including exclusive discounts and free resources.
Monitor, assess and renew your membership.

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Make joining faster and easier with CHAS Assist

If you’re up against a deadline, or just want some extra support, CHAS Assist is here to help.

One of our experts will give you a call to arrange a time that suits you. They’ll guide you through the assessment, providing the templates, documents and advice you need along the way.

Your initial assessment can be completed within two working days of submission, so you can move forward with confidence.

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All of our assessors are NEBOSH-qualified

All CHAS assessors are NEBOSH-qualified and experienced in contractor compliance assessment, so you know you’re in safe hands. As a leading UK provider of health and safety risk assessments, CHAS also undergoes an annual third-party audit to ensure we meet the Health and Safety Executive’s SSIP standards. That’s why you can be sure of our position as a trusted assessment partner.

Our assessments align with stage 1 health and safety pre-qualification under CDM 2015, giving you confidence that you’re meeting recognised industry requirements.

And because regulations evolve, our team regularly completes additional CHAS-specific training, so you’re always supported with up-to-date, practical expertise.

From your first assessment through to certification, we’re here to make sure your business, and your health and safety, are in good hands.

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