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BM Trada
The Q-Mark identifies building products certified by BM TRADA. By specifying or selecting a Q-Marked product you can be assured that it has demonstrated the required performance levels through independent accredited testing or appraisal, or independent testing or appraisal and that every product manufactured offers the same level of performance through an approved quality management system. Performance and production continue to be regularly checked through audit testing and inspections
http://www.bmtrada.com/qmark.php
NICEIC, electrical contracting excellence
NICEIC is the electrical contracting industry’s independent voluntary body for electrical installation matters throughout the UK. We offer industry-leading certification services, Building Regulations Schemes, products and support to electrical contractors and many other trades within the construction industry.
http://www.niceic.com
Constructionline
Constructionline is the UK's largest certified pre-qualification database, saving the construction industry over £500 million a year in administration. Already used by over 60% of local authorities, we reduce duplication and save time and money by encouraging organisations to use a single source for pre-qualification.
http://www.constructionline.co.uk
FPB - The Forum of Private Business
The FPB fights for fair treatment of private businesses by decision-makers and supports the profitable growth of members.
http://www.fpb.org
Safe Contractor
SAFEcontractor is an accreditation scheme that assesses the health & safety competency of contractors and service providers.
http://www.safecontractor.com
Federation of Master Builders
The FMB is a trade association established to protect the interests of small and medium-sized building firms – today it is the largest trade association in the UK building industry. The FMB is a source of knowledge, professional advice and support for its members, providing a range of modern and relevant business building services to save them time and money.
http://www.fmb.org.uk
RICS - The mark of property professionals worldwide
RICS – The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors – is the pre-eminent organisation of its kind in the world. As such, it represents everything that is good in the property profession. It’s members offer the very best advice on a surprisingly diverse range of land, property, construction and related environmental issues. As part of their role, they help to set, maintain and regulate standards. They also provide impartial advice to governments and policy-makers.
http://www.rics.org
Construction Skills
As a leading Sector Skills Council, ConstructionSkills understands the needs of employers and works to ensure a safe, professional and fully qualified workforce. They provide advice, courses and funds for training to help improve construction businesses.
http://www.cskills.org
Construction Skills Certification Scheme
CSCS was set up to help the construction industry to improve quality and reduce accidents. CSCS cards are increasingly demanded as proof of occupational competence by contractors, public and private clients and others.
http://www.cscs.uk.com