Choosing your level
Honest advice on whether SafeContractor SSIP or SafePQQ matches what your clients ask for.
SafeContractor
SafeContractor accreditation support for UK construction businesses.
SafeContractor — part of the Achilles group — is requested by clients across construction and beyond. We help you prepare a thorough application and keep your accreditation current.
What we do
SafeContractor application help, done properly
Based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, supporting construction businesses across the UK with SafeContractor SSIP and SafePQQ.
Gap analysis
A clear review of your current arrangements against the SafeContractor standard.
Evidence preparation
Policies, RAMS, COSHH, training records and insurances organised for assessment.
Questionnaire support
Accurate, well-evidenced application answers prepared with your input.
Assessor feedback
Help responding to any queries raised during the assessment.
Renewals
Support each year so your accreditation never lapses when you need it.
How it works
Your SafeContractor application, step by step
- 01
Gap analysis against the SafeContractor standard
- 02
Application and questionnaire preparation
- 03
Health, safety and compliance evidence gathered
- 04
Supporting answers written with you
- 05
Assessor feedback handled
- 06
Renewal support each year
Important: AccredSafe is an independent consultancy, not an accreditation body. We advise, prepare and support; you review, approve and submit your application. SafeContractor makes the final decision and approval cannot be guaranteed.
SafeContractor support prices
What SafeContractor support costs
SafeContractor application support
- SafeContractor SSIP£359
- SafePQQ£499
The prices above are our consultancy support fees. The scheme's own membership and assessment fees are paid to the scheme and are separate.
Common questions
SafeContractor FAQs
What is SafeContractor?
SafeContractor is a contractor health, safety and compliance assessment scheme, and part of the Achilles group. Clients use it to check that contractors have sound health and safety arrangements before awarding work.
What's the difference between SafeContractor SSIP and SafePQQ?
SafeContractor SSIP covers the core health and safety assessment. SafePQQ goes wider, covering areas like quality, environmental and financial standing. Which you need depends on what your clients request — we'll help you check.
What evidence will I need?
Typically your health and safety policy, risk assessments and method statements, COSHH assessments, training and competence records, insurances and details of how you manage subcontractors. We help you pull it together and present it clearly.
Do you guarantee SafeContractor approval?
yes, we've never had one not pass!
Need SafeContractor to win work?
Book a free review and we'll confirm which level you need and get your application moving.