Guides

Subcontractor compliance,
explained.

Plain-English guides for UK contractors on tracking documents, managing expiry dates, and staying site-ready.

Compliance basics

What documents do subcontractors need to work on site in the UK?

A plain-English guide to common subcontractor documents used in UK construction, including CSCS cards, insurance certificates, method statements, and evidence commonly used for CDM 2015 checks.

CSCS cards

How to track CSCS card expiry dates for subcontractors

CSCS cards expire every 5 years. Here's how to track expiry dates for all your subcontractors without relying on spreadsheets or WhatsApp reminders.

Tools

Spreadsheet vs software for subcontractor document tracking

Still tracking subcontractor CSCS cards and insurance in a spreadsheet? Here's what breaks, and what a purpose-built tracker fixes.

Insurance

How to track subcontractor public liability insurance expiry dates

Insurance certificates renew annually. Your insurer will not tell you when a subcontractor's policy lapses. Here's what to check and how to track it.

RAMS

How to track method statements and RAMS for subcontractors

RAMS documents are a legal requirement before high-risk work begins, and one of the most poorly tracked documents in construction.

ECS cards

How to track ECS card expiry dates for electrical subcontractors

ECS cards for electrical operatives expire every 3 years. Here's how to track them and avoid site access issues.

Tools

What to look for in subcontractor compliance software

Most small UK contractors do not need enterprise compliance software. Here's how to find something that actually fits.

CDM 2015

CDM 2015 and subcontractor documents: what UK principal contractors need to collect

CDM 2015 sets out health and safety responsibilities for principal contractors. A plain-English guide to which documents are commonly used for CDM 2015 checks and how to keep records in order.