Common Assessment Standard (CAS)

What is the Common Assesment Standard (CAS)?

The Common Assessment Standard (CAS) is a UK construction industry pre-qualification system designed to streamline and standardise the assessment of contractors and suppliers.

CAS aims to improve efficiency, transparency, and fairness in the pre-qualification process for all construction industry stakeholders.

Key benefits include:

1.

Standardised Criteria

Uniform assessment across health and safety, financial stability, environmental management, quality, and social responsibility.

2.

Levels of Accreditation

Various levels to suit different business sizes and types.

3.

Mutual Recognition

Accreditation is accepted by multiple clients, reducing duplicate assessments.

4.

Efficiency and Cost Savings

Simplifies compliance and saves time and money by avoiding redundant assessments.

5.

Improved Data Quality

Ensures consistent and high-quality data for better decision-making.

6.

Enhanced Assurance

Provides confidence in contractors’ compliance and competencies.

7.

Best Practices

Aligns with industry standards and legislation.

8.

Support for SMEs

Offers fair assessment levels for small and medium-sized enterprises.

How can Atlas help you?

Our goal is to help you achieve compliance with CAS standards and meet all their requirements. Although the assessment application process can be complex and time-consuming, our expert consultants are here to simplify it for you.

We will pinpoint any gaps in your documentation and training, offering support and guidance to ensure you not only achieve but maintain compliance with the Common Assessment Standards.

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