Accreditations and Safety | Sunbelt Rentals

Safety and security are our absolute priorities - for our people, for you, and for everyone we come into contact with.

We are proud to be regarded as world-class leaders in safety and information security, achieved through our dedicated SHEQ and Information Security teams, alongside rigorous control processes and independent audits. Our wide range of accreditations below provide peace of mind that we have been heavily audited and proven to offer the highest levels of quality, service, safety, and data protection.

We are proud to have been awarded ISO standards for:

ISO 9001 – Quality Management
ISO 17020:2012 – UKAS accreditation for Inspection (Sunbelt Lifting Business Unit only)
ISO 17025:2017 – UKAS accreditation for Calibration (Sunbelt Test and Monitoring Stokesley Depot only)
ISO 14001 – Environmental Management
ISO 45001 – Occupational Health and Safety Management
ISO 50001 – Energy Management
ISO 27001:2022 – Information Security Management

Customers can take assurance that we have been independently assessed to the requirements of these internationally recognised standards for the products and services we provide, ensuring safety, sustainability, and security at every level.

Safety & Compliance Accreditations

FORS Gold - ID 000259
The Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme promotes safe, efficient and responsible fleet operations. We’re fully accredited, with most of our service centres achieving Gold status.
Hire Association Europe - SafeHire Certification
We’ve retained the SafeHire quality mark from HAE, showing our high standards in health, safety, quality and environmental practices. Twelve of our depots were audited and passed with flying colours.
RISQS + RISQS Five Star
We’re fully approved under the Rail Industry Supplier Qualification Scheme and have achieved the top five-star rating. This shows we meet the highest Network Rail standards for safety and operational management.
BuildingConfidence - Membership No. 4900248
This Achilles accreditation checks safety, environmental, quality and financial standards across the construction supply chain.
Constructionline - Gold Member (No. 56907)
Constructionline pre-qualifies over 12,500 UK contractors for buyers in government, housing and healthcare. We’re proud to hold Gold membership.
SafeContractor - Membership No. F14049
SafeContractor is one of the UK’s biggest health and safety accreditation schemes, connecting compliant contractors with major clients nationwide.
UVDB Verify - Membership No. 016874
Run by Achilles, UVDB pre-qualifies suppliers to major utility sectors, helping buyers and suppliers work efficiently and responsibly together.
CHAS
CHAS is the UK’s largest health and safety accreditation body, assessing over 48,000 suppliers to make sure they meet required standards.
Altius Assured
We’re certified as Altius Assured after detailed compliance checks, meeting full SSIP and client requirements.
ISO/IEC 17020:2012 - UKAS Accredited
Our inspection services meet UKAS standards for quality, independence and technical expertise under ISO/IEC 17020:2012.
Cyber Essentials Plus
This government-backed certification proves our systems are independently tested and secure against common cyber threats.
IOSH
All Depot Managers complete the IOSH Managing Safely course to ensure safety is managed effectively across all operations.
British Safety Council
We’re proud members of the British Safety Council, working globally to keep people healthy and safe at work.
Construction Health and Safety Group - MEM/G25
One of the UK’s top safety training providers, helping the construction industry maintain high safety standards.
Lantra Awards Approved
We’re an approved Lantra Awards centre, delivering nationally recognised training and qualifications developed with industry.

Industry & Trade Memberships

Hire Association Europe - Membership No. 573
HAE is the main trade body for the hire industry, representing over 1,000 companies and working closely with government agencies.
Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) - M5976
The CPA represents over 1,400 UK plant hire companies and sets ethical and professional standards across the sector.
Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA)
SPOA supports plant hire companies across Scotland, focusing on fair practices, safety training and workforce development.
Lifting Equipment Engineers’ Association (LEEA) - 591
We’re full members of LEEA, Europe’s leading body for lifting equipment, representing manufacturers, testers and training specialists.
Pipeline Industries Guild
The Guild represents the global pipeline industry, promoting safety, quality and environmental responsibility across all sectors.
CONSTRUCT
As CONSTRUCT members, we help shape best practice in concrete structures through our Formwork & Falsework business.
Rail Plant Association (RPA) - R089
The RPA represents companies hiring specialist plant for railway infrastructure work and supports members’ best practice.
Rail Alliance - Membership No. 0641
As part of the Rail Alliance, we collaborate across the rail sector to drive innovation and sustainable solutions.
The Survey Association (TSA)
TSA promotes best practice in surveying and supports members with training, guidance and professional development.
Association for Road Traffic Safety and Management (ARTSM)
ARTSM represents UK companies making and supplying traffic signs, ensuring members meet national and European standards.
Modular & Portable Building Association (MPBA)
The MPBA promotes the modular and portable building industry and helps set British Standards through its Codes of Practice.
Portable Sanitation Europe (PSE)
PSE represents suppliers of portable sanitation across the UK and Europe. Members follow strict safety and environmental codes.
United Kingdom Onshore Operators Group (UKOOG)
UKOOG represents the UK’s onshore oil and gas sector, promoting safety, transparency and environmental best practice.
Avetta Consortium
Avetta connects qualified, certified suppliers with clients to build safe, compliant and sustainable supply chains.
CIRAS - Membership No. C0095
CIRAS provides a confidential way for staff to raise safety or health concerns so they can be properly investigated and resolved.
PASMA
We’re approved by PASMA to deliver Access Tower Training. Completing the one-day course earns a recognised PASMA ID card.
IPAF - Membership No. 203
Our powered access training is IPAF approved. Successful trainees receive a PAL card valid for five years and recognised across the industry.