SAFETY ACCREDITED


MEMBER SAM


Safety Accredited Member (SAM) Scheme


FWC Executives have developed a window cleaning contractors Safety Assessment Scheme specifically for window cleaners. The aim of this is to help member businesses find advice on managing their general health and safety risks – this is available to all members who meet the pre-specified health and safety requirements.


Every month thousands of contractors and consultants apply for work with public and private sector organisations. And in order to be awarded the relevant contract the companies and individuals applying must meet health &safety standards and prepare all the necessary information to become a registered accredited contractor which can be an extremely tedious and lengthy process.


Accredited Members of such a scheme generally benefit by being considered for proposed tenders by these organisations – quite simply – more organisations will work with you. SAM is a pre-qualification scheme that allows local authorities and other organisations identify that you have the minimum standard required under the scheme.


What the SAM scheme entails:


There are certain standards that everybody has to achieve; the main principal is IOSH Accreditation – the minimum requirement for sole traders and employees is the FWC IOSH Accreditation; “Cleaning Windows Safely” using water-fed poles and portable ladders; and that sole traders / site Forman or appropriate safety person undertake the IOSH “Risk Assessment” course for cleaning windows, gutters and external façades. However, proof of higher IOSH accreditation supersedes the need for the afore-mentioned courses.


How this accreditation can benefit your company?


When a client knows you are a “Safety Accredited Member” you will be considered for proposed tenders by Government bodies and other major organisations. SAM will show you are compliant with health and safety laws and help improve your business productivity.


You can display the Accredited Logo and Certificate on your website; vehicles and stationery to demonstrate your professionalism. You can market your SAM achievement through window talk and other trade magazines.


What it costs for members of the federation


• £25.00 joining fee • Level one (Sole trader) Annual Accreditation charge £75.00+VAT • Level two (Employers) Annual Accreditation charge £225.00+VAT


Should the company applying for SAM sub-contract their window cleaning – the sub-contracting company must also comply with the IOSH accreditation requirements.


All persons applying for Safety Accredited Member need to provide a Health & Safety Policy, Risk Assessment, Accident report, Enforcement report, toolbox talk and all training certificates based on the particular type of work the company undertakes and the type of equipment used. These documents must meet the required accreditation standards. i.e. NEBOSH/IOSH/IPAF/IRATA/CIEH etc.


Should a company applying for SAM have a similar recognised pre-qualification scheme in place; depending on individual circumstances, they may qualify for dispensation. However; IOSH accreditation is mandatory when applying for SAM membership.


More information and application forms are available at: www.f-w-c.co.uk/Safety_Accredited_member.htm and by emailing your request to: info@f-w-c.co.uk


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Current Membership Benefits include: • Investment with an independent government recognised trade association


• Use of FWC Member Logo • Free Quarterly Window Talk • Discounted trade insurance • Discounted trade equipment • Discounted accredited training • Discounted IPAF training • Discounted First Aid Training • Free 24-hour legal advice line • Discounted Corporate Workwear • Group accident financial cover • DBS checks – appointed body • Corporate advertising schemes • Free entry into members listing • Periodic tender alerts • Health & Safety documents • Trade specific procurement-scheme • Buy & sell rounds online • Advice from industry experts.


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Email: info@f-w-c.co.uk Web: www.f-w-c.co.uk


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