CHAS and Constructionline — Safety Document Evidence for Contractors
CHAS (Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme) and Constructionline are UK contractor prequalification schemes. Both assess contractors against health and safety management criteria and require evidence of documentation. This guide explains what evidence is commonly requested and how your documents can be prepared to meet the standard.
Common Evidence Areas in Contractor Prequalification
- Health and Safety Policy
- A written policy with a signed statement of intent, organisation chart, and arrangements section. Must be dated, signed by a director or senior person, and reviewed in the past 12 months.
- Risk Assessment Procedures and Examples
- Evidence that risk assessments are carried out for all significant work activities. Assessors look for site-specific, trade-relevant examples — not just generic templates.
- Method Statement Examples
- Examples of method statements for your core trade activities. Should demonstrate a structured safe working sequence, hazard identification, and control measures.
- COSHH Assessment Records
- Evidence that COSHH assessments are in place for substances used in your work. Assessors look for substance-specific assessments, not a single generic COSHH policy.
- Training Records
- Trade competence cards (CSCS, CPCS, Gas Safe, etc.), first aid certificates, and records of any relevant site safety training for your operatives.
- Accident Reporting Records
- RIDDOR records and an internal accident book. Evidence that incidents are investigated and corrective actions implemented.
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