What Accreditations Do Abseil Window Cleaners Require?

It can be difficult to select an abseil window cleaning team that has been trained and obtain the necessary qualifications, accreditations, and experience to deliver a reliable, professional, and safe service for your high-rise buildings.

So, we hope that this blog helps you understand what accreditations are required for abseiling window cleaning…

Why Are Accreditations Important?

Window cleaning solutions can be dangerous. Facilities Managers, Building Managers and those that supervise window cleaning services must recognise and identify the risks associated with abseil window cleaning.

This is to ensure that the safety of operators, employees, customers, and the general public is the top priority.

Some examples of these risks include:

Slips
Falls from working at height
The use of chemicals and their impact on the environment

Accreditations are important because there is a legal obligation. Health and Safety legislations require both the commercial window cleaning services provider and the individual overseeing the clean to be of agreement.

Whilst price is important, qualifications demonstrate that an abseil window cleaning team have had the right training. Accreditations showcase that your chosen abseil window cleaning company has passed and conformed to specific standards.

Abseil Window Cleaning: Working At Height

For larger office-blocks or residential buildings above ground height and where water-fed poles cannot be used, specific accreditations need to be considered. The main training provider for working at height with abseil window cleaning is The International Rope Access Association(IRATA).

IRATA

It’s required that there are always two rope access technicians working on-site and one must have obtained a level three IRATA certification.

The three levels to this certification include:

Level One – Allows an abseil window cleaner to operate under the direct supervision of someone with a Level Three qualification.

Level Two – A trained abseil window cleaner that has proven greater skills but must still only operate under the guidance of a Level 3 certified operative.

Level Three – Enables an abseil window cleaner to work independently. At least one member on-site should have obtained this certificate.

Abseil Window Cleaning Accreditations

When searching for an abseiling cleaning provider it’s essential to find a company that not only can say that they comply with health and safety legislation but can provide proof of compliance too.

Safe Contractor Approved and CHAS

Safe Contractor and CHAS are the leading health and safety assessment schemes in the UK. The accreditation process involves a health and safety survey and additional documents.

Opting for an abseiling company that’s CHAS and Safe Contractor approved will make sure your abseil window clean complies with health and safety legislation, taking the pressure off you.

Federation Of Window Cleaners Membership

Becoming a federation of window cleaners (FWC) member provides an abseiling company with the representation of a government recognised Trade Association.

ISO 9001

An ISO 9001 certification evaluates if an abseil window cleaning company’s quality management system is appropriate and effective, whilst ensures that the company continues to make improvements.

ISO 14001

An ISO 14001 certification provides confidence that an abseil window cleaning company has recognised its environmental impact and it’s being measured and improved.

This presents you with the assurance that you’re opting for an abseiling window cleaning company that’s working to be environmentally sustainable.

Conclusion

Aquamark provides a commercial window cleaning solution that carries out trust. This is by ensuring that the standards of Health and Safety are in line with Government guidelines so that you can be guaranteed that not only your security but your safety is covered with the right accreditations.

To make sure your abseil window clean is up to standards, Aquamark has obtained the right accreditations including being: Safe Contractor Approved, CHAS Certified, Members Of The FWC, ISO 14001 Certified, and ISO 9001 Certified.

About Aquamark

Aquamark recognises the diversity of issues that come with managing large residential and commercial properties. That’s why they’ve designed a unique approach to commercial window and glass cleaning that creates valuable customer experiences for all.

With their unique In-Touch Live Status Checker, you are kept updated with what has already been cleaned, what is currently being cleaned and what’s still left to clean, in just a few clicks.

This gives you full transparency-allowing you to focus on work priorities, whilst they focus on implementing the most effective window cleaning programme for the building.

They are not only recognised as a highly credible commercial window cleaning company in London but nationwide across the UK. This is down to their extended commercial window cleaning offering which includes: abseiling window cleaning, cradle window cleaning, water-fed pole window cleaning, cherry picker, construction cleans, building cleans and commercial gutter cleans.

When you’re looking at renewing your contract for window cleaning for a reliable, high-quality clean with professional window cleaners, or you want to explore which solution is most suited to the building you manage, contact the team at Aquamark.

You can book your slot for a free site assessment here, or if you’d prefer to chat, pick a time that best suits you.