Accreditations

Accredited Provider

Blue Wave Facilities Management takes immense pride in being among the pioneering window cleaning contractors in the UK to attain and uphold the esteemed 'Safe Contractor' accreditation certificate. Additionally, we maintain memberships with the Federation of Window Cleaners and British Window Cleaning Academy and hold CHAS approval.

The SafeContractor scheme, sanctioned by the Government, is specifically designed to assure prospective clients of the adequacy of insurance coverage and the meticulous organisation of all pertinent Health and Safety documentation among its scheme members.

To attain this distinguished accreditation, we undergo a rigorous and exhaustive audit of our policies and procedures as outlined by the standards charter. We must furnish sufficient insurance documentation and demonstrate compliance with up-to-date and equitable employment legislation. Moreover, thorough reference checks are conducted to ensure credibility.

Blue Wave Facilities Management is approved by SafeContractor for the utilisation of abseil rope access, cherry pickers, Reach and Wash pole cleaning systems, cradles, and ladders.

Outlined below are some of the key topics on which we undergo annual audits and assessments:

• Main policy statement

• Work at Heights Regulations

• Organisation charts

• Health & Safety responsibilities

• Communication with employees

• Health & Safety training

• Procedures & Method statements

• Permits to work

• Manual handling

• Risk assessments

• Health & Safety adviser

• Breaches of Health & Safety Legislation

• Emergency procedures

• Work equipment- testing and maintenance

• Personal protective equipment (PPE)

• First Aid and accident reporting

• COSHH assessments

• Accident history

• Control of sub-contractors

• Implementation of the policy