We’ve Achieved a SafeContractor Accreditation: A New Standard in Customer Assurance

At Sheerwater Glass, we believe that true quality extends beyond the glass. It includes how we work, how we treat our customers, and how we ensure your safety. We’re proud to say Sheerwater Glass now holds a SafeContractor Accreditation.

This prestigious accreditation is more than just a badge. It’s an independent seal of approval that confirms how we work. Safely, professionally, and responsibly - every single day.

So, What Is SafeContractor?

SafeContractor is one of the UK’s leading health and safety accreditation schemes. It’s used by household names like Amazon, DHL, and Rolls-Royce to vet the companies they hire. Why? Because it goes deep. Not just checking paperwork, but how a business truly operates.

To earn our certificate we underwent a full audit covering:

• Workforce training and competency
• Health and safety procedures
• Risk assessments and safety planning
• Insurance and legal compliance
• Financial stability and ethical policies

It’s one of the most comprehensive business audits in the industry — and we passed it with confidence! 

Why This Matters to You

Here’s what SafeContractor accreditation means for you:

Proven Safety Standards
We don’t just claim to work safely, we prove it. Every job is backed by risk assessments, safety briefings, equipment checks, and up-to-date training. It’s safety-first, without slowing down the job.

Trained, Qualified Professionals
Our team is fully certified with:

• NVQ Level 3 Diplomas, demonstrating trade mastery and nationally recognised skill in window and door installation.
• CSCS cards, verifying that individuals have passed the Construction Skills Certification Scheme test for on-site health and safety awareness.
• PASMA Certified, proving certified competence in the safe assembly, use, and dismantling of mobile scaffold towers, a high-risk activity.
• Asbestos awareness, protecting both workers and homeowners from the dangers of asbestos exposure in existing properties.
• First aid (Level 2), ensuring on-site preparedness to handle medical emergencies effectively.

We track it all with a live training matrix to keep standards high and skills current.

Fully Verified Insurance

Sheerwater Glass maintains insurance coverage that significantly exceeds statutory minimums, providing a substantial financial safety net for clients. This financial diligence is further supported by an impeccable safety record.

Tight Control, No Surprises

Every worker is vetted and approved and we don’t allow subcontractors to pass work down a chain of other subcontractors. The team you expect is the team that shows up.

Mitigating Homeowner Risk and Liability

The technical details of the SafeContractor audit are impressive, but their true value lies in the tangible benefits they deliver to every Sheerwater Glass customer. This accreditation is not an internal corporate achievement; it is a customer-centric guarantee of safety, professionalism, and peace of mind.

Many homeowners are unaware that under UK law, such as the Occupiers' Liability Act 1957, they have a legal "duty of care" to ensure their property is reasonably safe for all lawful visitors, which includes contractors. Hiring an unvetted, incompetent, or uninsured tradesperson can expose the homeowner to significant personal risk. Should an accident occur, the homeowner could face potential liability and severe financial consequences if they cannot demonstrate that they took reasonable steps to appoint a competent professional.

This is where the SafeContractor accreditation provides a powerful shield. By choosing a SafeContractor-approved firm, the homeowner is taking a clear, decisive, and documented step to fulfil their duty of care. They are selecting a contractor that has been independently and rigorously vetted for safety competence by a UKAS-accredited, HSE-endorsed body. This action provides a significant safeguard against legal and financial liability.

Why We Did It

We’ve been in business for over 50 years. We’ve always believed in doing things properly, not just quickly. The SafeContractor process gave us the opportunity to put that commitment to the test and we’re proud of the result.

This accreditation shows that we’re not just promising quality and safety. We’re independently proven to deliver it.

When you work with Sheerwater Glass, you’re not just choosing a glazing company. You’re choosing a partner that’s:

✔ Fully trained and qualified.
✔ Independently assessed.
✔ Properly insured.
✔ Organised, ethical, and professional.
✔ Committed to doing the job right, every single time.

That’s what SafeContractor confirms. And it’s what we deliver.