The Company, TRAD UK is one of the UK’s leading scaffolding and safety product supply companies. Our innovative approach to scaffolding and safety systems means we can offer leading technology that allows contractors to work safely at height and across all project types.

As part of the global Altrad Group, TRAD UK benefits from stable, proactive ownership and support, which helps it to drive its business forward. The company is a full non-contracting supplier member of the National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) and is an assessed member of the Scaffold Association, while being a fully accredited ISO 9001:2015 company. It also holds membership of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) and has Multi Operating Centre Accreditation from the Fleet Operators Recognition Scheme (FORS). It also holds memberships and / or accreditations for the following organisations / schemes: CHAS, FASET (Fall Arrest Safety Equipment Training), EPF (Edge Protection Federation), Temporary Works Forum (TWf), British Constructional Steelwork Association (BCSA), Construction Line, Achilles Building Confidence, BM TRADA Scaffold Board Grading and SMAS (Safety Management Advisory Services).

The growth of our business is founded on the strong ALTRAD values which are upheld by each and every member of the group:

Respect, Solidarity, Courage, Humility and Conviviality.

Quality Products and Services

Our extensive range of scaffolding supplies and safety products are carefully selected to ensure we offer customers the very best in quality products that meet or exceed all relevant British and European standards. All our product range is subject to thorough testing by external testing bodies, giving our customers confidence in whichever products they buy.

With a UK-wide network of depots, our highly-trained and knowledgeable sales team have the experience to offer comprehensive advice and technical expertise, rendering TRAD UK as the go-to scaffold and construction safety product supply company for businesses of all sizes. Our order and delivery process means we can respond quickly to your enquiries, selecting your order from our extensive stock in line with your needs and project deadlines. In addition, if required, we can also deliver to your site, using our in-house vehicle fleet, the larger HGVs being equipped with lorry mounted FASSI cranes.

We have a reputation for outstanding customer service – before, during and after the sales process. We strive to support all our customers through the duration of their projects and are here to offer practical advice at any point. All TRAD UK staff have a positive and friendly approach to customer service – so you always know how important you are to us.

A Commitment to Excellence

“Having worked for TRAD for over twenty years, I have watched the company grow from small beginnings to what it is now, with this growth being fuelled by our dedication to providing customers with the highest quality products and the best service possible. At TRAD UK, we understand the need for secure, safe and reliable systems and service, which allows our clients to progress with their works – however complex they may be.

Hence the reason we invest in the best people, the latest technologies and have our products independently tested, giving our customers the peace of mind that our staff will go that extra mile and our products won’t let them down. Our goal is to be the best – every time.

Our business is diverse and inclusive, and I’m extremely honoured to be part of this fantastic company and its history. TRAD UK employs some of the best people in the industry, but we do not rest on our laurels, we are constantly looking for ways to improve, to develop our product range and, possibly most importantly, keep the construction and industrial service sectors safe. With the backing of our parent company ALTRAD, with the support of our employees and our customers along with a proactive vision of future growth, I know that TRAD UK will continue to lead the way in the industry.”

Colin Dobson – TRAD UK Managing Director

A History of Innovation

TRAD UK’s forerunners have an enviable track record in product innovation. Since the 1990s, the company has introduced a number of industry-leading products that have led the way:

NASC

NASC

The NASC is recognised as the national trade body for access and scaffolding in the UK, producing a wide range of industry guidance for scaffolding contractors, their operatives and their clients. Members of the NASC are strictly regulated to ensure a continuous high standard of scaffolding practice.

Scaffolding Association

Scaffolding Association

The Scaffolding Association is the largest trade organisation in the UK scaffolding and access sector, campaigning to raise standards of safety, quality and workforce skills.

Temporary Works Forum

Temporary Works Forum

Leading the Construction industry to change for the better in the discipline of temporary works…

The aim of Temporary Works forum (TWf) is to encourage open discussion of any matter related to temporary works, for the good of the industry overall. The Forum is open to anyone, individual or corporate, working within the industry and sharing this intent.

Mission
To be an advocate and recognized authority on temporary works and construction method design, working to raise standards and awareness across the construction sector.

ROSPA

ROSPA

Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents – actively involved in the promotion of safety and the prevention of accidents in all areas, demonstrating our commitment to safety and providing us with operational guidelines.

BSI ISO 9001

BSI ISO 9001

ISO 9001 is the internationally recognized Quality Management System (QMS) standard that can benefit any size of organization and is designed to be a powerful business improvement tool.

TRAD UK have been audited by BSi and are accredited to ISO 9001:2015.

POLICY STATEMENT

TRAD UK are established market leaders in the scaffolding hire and sales / fall prevention solutions market sector. The company has developed plans for continued organic growth for increasing market share and a commitment to continually improve the service we provide to our loyal customers. This will be achieved by our fully trained and professional teams supplying the highest quality products and delivering the highest quality service.
TRAD UK recognises the importance of the quality of our products, operations and service to achieving our company quality objectives. Our quality objectives have been planned and established with quantified, measurable goals that drive improvement and focus on maintaining and improving customer satisfaction. TRAD UK’s Senior Management have provided the resources and funds necessary to implement this policy and to achieve its quality objectives. It is, therefore, our policy to operate a Quality Management System that fully complies with the requirements of ISO9001:2015. This policy will be reviewed regularly to ensure its relevance to the strategic direction of the organisation.
The TRAD UK Top Management Team have shown commitment to satisfying all applicable requirements and compliance with customer, regulatory and statutory requirements, with industry codes of practice and relevant product standards (BS and EN). We also commit to continually improve our Quality Management System for sustained customer satisfaction and to continually meet the requirements of all interested parties.
This policy will be communicated to all employees and organisations working for and on behalf of TRAD UK and will be made available to all interested parties upon request.

FORS

FORS

The Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) is a voluntary accreditation scheme for fleet operators which aims to raise the level of quality within fleet operations, and to demonstrate which operators are achieving exemplary levels of best practice in safety, efficiency, and environmental protection.

CHAS

CHAS

CHAS is established as the market leader for health and safety pre-qualification in the UK. It is available to suppliers (those who provide goods and services) and to organisations (buyers) looking for suitably competent suppliers.

EPF

EPF

Constructionline

Constructionline

Constructionline is the UK’s largest Government-owned register of contractors and consultants for the construction industry. Constructionline standards are high, all suppliers are pre-qualified to the official Government pre-qualified standard.

Achilles BuildingConfidence

Achilles BuildingConfidence

BuildingConfidence is recognised as the standard for supplier excellence within the industry. Major contractors are using the service to evaluate their supply chains, drive up performance and forge longer lasting relationships with key suppliers.

BMTRADA

BMTRADA

BM TRADA membership and subsequent annual Scaffold Board grading accreditation allows TRAD to inspect the quality of their scaffold boards both new and in service. This ensures that the quality of their scaffold boards are always measured and comply with the current BS2482 – 2009 standard.

FASET

FASET

SSIP

SSIP

Alcumus Safe Contractor

Alcumus Safe Contractor

Alcumus is trusted by the world’s most respected organisations to help them create better, more sustainable workplaces.

The Alcumus SafeContractor scheme is a market-leading health & safety accreditation system, helping contractors and organisations become healthier and safer, and gaining SafeContractor status demonstrates an organisation’s compliance with increasingly stringent legislation.

This SafeContractor certificate has been awarded for the following services…

Work Categories:

Fall Protection Safety Systems: Fall Protection Safety Systems

Supplier & Service Provider: Access Equipment Hire Provider

Industry Roles:
Construction Contractor, Supplier

Category Related Activities:
Ladders / Step Ladders, Selection & Control of Subcontractors, Working at Height