The Centurian Standard:
How We Verify Our Partners
Not every scaffolding firm makes the cut. To be part of the Centurian network, every contractor undergoes a rigorous vetting process backed by 30 years of industry experience. When we send a crew to your site, they’ve already passed our tests.
1. Safety & Compliance
• CISRS Qualified: Every scaffolder must hold valid Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme (CISRS) cards.
• Fully Insured: We verify Public Liability Insurance (minimum £5m-£10m) and Employers' Liability Insurance for every firm.
• TG20:21 Compliant: All structures must meet the latest NASC technical guidance for scaffolding safety.
2. Security & Reliability
• Security Checked: We perform background checks on firm owners to ensure they meet our professional integrity standards.
• Proven Track Record: We only take on firms with a minimum of 5 years of documented high-quality service in Merseyside.
• Verified Yard & Kit: We don’t just check paperwork; we ensure our partners use well-maintained, modern equipment that is fit for purpose.
3. Quality of Workmanship
• On-Site Inspections: I personally conduct spot-checks on our partners' active sites to ensure the "Centurian Standard" is being upheld.
• Professional Conduct: Our crews must be punctual, respectful of your property, and maintain a tidy site.
• Efficiency: We monitor "hand-over" times. Our firms are selected for their ability to get the job done on schedule without cutting corners.
4. Best Price Guarantee
• Competitive Tendering: Because we manage 30+ firms, we have the leverage to ensure you aren't being overcharged.
• Transparent Quotes: No hidden "hire extension" fees or surprise costs. The price we quote is the price you pay.
"I’ve spent three decades on the tools. I know the shortcuts some firms try to take, and I don't allow them on my books. When you hire through Centurian, you're hiring my 30 years of experience to watch over your project."
— Founder, Centurian Scaffolding Contractors
The Ultimate Scaffolding Safety & Compliance Checklist
A Guide for Homeowners
and Site Managers in Merseyside
Hiring scaffolding shouldn't be a gamble. Use this checklist to ensure your project meets UK safety standards and legal requirements.
1. Pre-Installation Requirements
Before a single pole is laid, ensure the following is in place:
• [ ] Proof of Insurance: Does the contractor have at least £5m Public Liability Insurance? (Centurian verified: YES)
• [ ] Training Records: Do all workers on-site hold valid CISRS (Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme) cards?
• [ ] Risk Assessment & Method Statement (RAMS): Has a site-specific safety plan been provided?
• [ ] Local Authority Permits: If the scaffolding is on a public pavement or road, has a local council permit been secured?
2. Structural Integrity (The Build)
A safe scaffold must meet TG20:21 standards. Check for these essentials:
• [ ] Level Footing: Are the uprights (standards) resting on solid timber sole boards to prevent sinking?
• [ ] Bracing: Is there visible ledger and façade bracing to prevent the structure from swaying?
• [ ] Ties: Is the scaffold securely tied to the building or adequately weighted (buttressed)?
• [ ] Guardrails: Are there double guardrails (top and mid-rail) on all working platforms?
3. Working Platform Safety
The area where you or your tradespeople will actually stand:
• [ ] Toe Boards: Are there boards around the base of the platform to prevent tools from falling off?
• [ ] Board Condition: Are the timber boards free from splits, knots, or "springy" sections?
• [ ] No Gaps: Are the boards laid tightly together to prevent trips or falling debris?
• [ ] Access: Is there a secure internal ladder or "stair tower" with a safety gate or trapdoor?
4. Post-Installation & Ongoing Use
The law requires the scaffold to be inspected regularly:
• [ ] Scafftag System: Is there a visible "Scafftag" (Green for GO, Red for DO NOT USE) at the access point?
• [ ] Handover Certificate: Did the supervisor provide a signed Handover Certificate upon completion?
• [ ] 7-Day Inspections: Is the scaffold scheduled for a safety inspection every 7 days (or after any high winds/bad weather)?
Why use Centurian Scaffolding Contractors?
Managing this checklist yourself is time-consuming and technical. When you book through Centurian, we do all of this for you.
• We Vet: All 30+ firms on our books are pre-checked for these exact standards.
• We Inspect: With 30 years of experience, we know exactly what to look for.
• We Guarantee: The highest safety standards at the lowest price in Merseyside.