SCC certification: for safe and healthy working
SCC stands for Safety Health and Environment Checklist Contractors and is a certification scheme for the evaluation and certification of an HSE management system. SCC combines years of knowledge and practical experience from Dutch industry in the field of safe and healthy working.
VCA certification shows that your organization takes safety seriously and is an expert, reliable contractor. The certification is intended for companies working in high-risk environments, such as construction sites, factories, workshops and technical installations.
SCC certification distinguishes three levels:
SCC*: This level focuses on the direct control of HSE while performing work on the shop floor, without the use of subcontractors.
SCC**: In addition to the above issues, this level includes the HSE structure, such as HSE policy, HSE organization and improvement management.
VCAP: In addition to the above, this level also includes specific additional requirements for the petrochemical industry.
Compliance with occupational health and safety legislation.
SCC certification focuses on process control, risk awareness and compliance with occupational health and safety legislation. During the process, it is assessed whether your organization has set up safety procedures, instructions and responsibilities properly.
Through periodic audits you demonstrate that safety, health and environment continue to receive attention within your organization and that you comply with current laws and regulations.
With SCC certification you benefit from concrete advantages:
- You demonstrably comply with legislation and regulations in the field of HSE.
- You increase the safety awareness of employees
- You improve communication and cooperation with supply chain partners
- You reduce the risks of accidents and absenteeism
- You strengthen your position in tenders and contracts
Increase trust and your market position
We assess whether organizations comply, when obtaining and maintaining SCC certification. Our auditors have extensive practical experience and understand the daily reality of high-risk work environments. Is your system properly set up? Then certification can often take place within a short period of time.
With a clear approach and short lines of communication, you keep a grip on the process and the result. You show that your organization takes responsibility for employees, clients and environment. Today and tomorrow.
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Frequently asked questions about SCC
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SCC is a certification scheme for companies that perform high-risk work, such as in construction, industry, maintenance or installation engineering.
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You demonstrate that safety, health and environment is a priority, meet legal requirements and increase safety awareness within your organization.
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If your system is already in good order, and implemented for at least three months, certification can often be completed within about a month.
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Not legally, but in many industries it is required as a requirement by clients.
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A (re-)certification audit takes place every three years and a control audit every year in between