As the UK ’ s leading association for asbestos removal contractors , ARCA helps steer the industry and is recognised as driving excellence throughout the industry . We have supported , represented , advised and trained members for over 35 years and today we have more than 350 members . We offer members a range of benefits and in return ARCA requires member companies to demonstrate the highest standards and maintain these throughout their business at all times .
Benefits of Membership
Guidance : expert specialist advice and guidance on applying regulations and legislative requirements . Representation : ARCA represents members via a number of industry groups and committees including the Asbestos Liaison Group ( ALG ). Recognition : ARCA raises professionalism by ensuring the highest standards are met , which is recognised via the ARCA logo . Awareness : increased visibility through the marketing activities of the Association . Training & Qualifications : access to an extensive range of training courses and qualifications at reduced costs .
Consultancy : a wide range of consultancy services are available including licence renewal preparation and management system reviews . Site Audits : members are required to participate in ARCA ’ s Site Audit Accreditation Scheme which requires two satisfactory site audits every year , to join and maintain membership of the Association . Site audits are now ‘ unannounced ’ so an even stronger system of reassurance for all parties . Labour Supply Members : support temporary staffing needs . Website : visitors can search for a member via various routes and members can upgrade their listing on the search result pages . Member Portal : members have access to a secure portal to review individual training records , post job adverts on the ARCA website , and more . ARCA News : members are listed in the Association ’ s quarterly magazine , ARCA News , which reaches a readership of around 2,000 industry professionals . There is also the opportunity to advertise and submit editorial . CHAS : members can obtain CHAS accreditation through ARCA at a reduced cost .