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Setting the Standard: The Roof Shop Earns Prestigious SafeHire Certification!
October 2026 |
Setting the Standard: The Roof Shop Earns Prestigious SafeHire Certification!
At The Roof Shop, we have always believed that providing top-tier equipment hire isn’t just about having the right tools for the job—it’s about delivering them with absolute safety, reliability, and professionalism.
That is why we are incredibly proud to announce that our equipment hire service has officially been awarded the SafeHire Certification by the Hire Association Europe (HAE).
For our team, this achievement is the culmination of rigorous hard work. For our customers—ranging from local Gloucestershire DIY enthusiasts to major commercial building contractors—it is the ultimate guarantee that you are partnering with a hire service that operates at the highest possible industry standard.
What is SafeHire Certification?
Developed by the HAE alongside the British Standards Institute (BSi) and with direct guidance from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), SafeHire is the gold standard for the hire and rental sector.
It isn't a simple tick-box exercise. Earning this accreditation requires undergoing a comprehensive, independent third-party audit that deep-dives into every facet of our business operations. The assessors specifically looked at:
Health & Safety: Ensuring our workplace, yard, and procedures keep our staff and customers entirely safe.
Equipment Testing & Inspection: Verifying that every piece of machinery—from our small breakers to our 1.5-tonne diggers—is meticulously maintained, inspected, and tested before it ever leaves our site.
Customer Service & Quality Management: Confirming that our advice, ordering processes, and handovers meet elite trade standards.
Environmental Impact: Evaluating our green credentials and waste management practices.
By passing this intense evaluation, The Roof Shop has officially proven its alignment with global best practices, including elements of ISO 9001 and ISO 45001.
What This Means for Our Customers
When you rent from an uncertified supplier, you take a gamble on the safety and reliability of the machinery. When you hire from a SafeHire certified depot like The Roof Shop, you gain total peace of mind.
1. Complete Confidence on Site
Whether you are scaling a double alloy tower, operating a petrol disc cutter, or lifting heavy materials with a Bumpa hoist, you can trust that our equipment is in flawless working order. This drastically reduces the risk of on-site downtime, mechanical faults, or safety incidents.
2. Streamlined Compliance for Trade Contractors
If you are a commercial builder or roofing contractor tendering for corporate or public sector contracts, safety compliance is everything. Because SafeHire is recognized across the supply chain and maps directly to Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP) core criteria, hiring your tools from us automatically strengthens your site's risk assessments and safety paperwork.
3. The Same Great Gloucestershire Support
While our standards have been elevated to an elite national level, our local, friendly customer service remains unchanged. Our team of roofing and plant experts are right here in Cheltenham, ready to help you map out the perfect kit list for your next timeline.
Looking to the Future
Achieving SafeHire certification isn’t a one-off finish line for us; it’s a commitment to continuous improvement. We will continue to undergo annual surveillance audits to ensure our fleet, training, and customer care never drop below exceptional levels.
We want to extend a massive thank you to our hardworking team who made this accreditation possible, and to our loyal customers who continue to trust us with their projects.
Need Equipment for an Upcoming Project?
From access solutions and excavation plant to specialized roofing tools, we have you covered with flexible rental terms and competitive pricing. Experience the gold standard of certified tool hire for yourself.
Browse the Fleet: View our full inventory on our dedicated Hire Page.
