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ConstructionLine
We have lately been successfully accredited & joined the Constructionline pre-qualification scheme – the UK’s largest pre-qualification database.
By becoming pre-qualified in this manner by both the CHAS scheme in February & now Constructionline, acknowledgment has been shown that we meet industry & Government standards. It’s a great tool for us to select quality suppliers; promote our services and gain new work opportunities.
A1 Blinds joins Social Networking
In order to keep our services as accessible as possible, we have recently become part of both the Facebook & Twitter community.
We always gladly appreciate any feedback about our customer service, manufacturing / lead times and blinds quality. Now that we are part of these social networking sites – our valued customers have even more ways to get in touch. Gone are the days where the only options for correspondence were by telephone or post.
CHAS Accreditation
We are pleased to announce that A1 Blinds are now CHAS accredited (Contractors Health & Safety Assessment Scheme).
Each month thousands of contractors and suppliers (such as A1 Blinds) apply for work with public and private sector organisations (buyers). To win work, they must meet the buyer’s health and safety standards.
Assessing a suppliers health and safety competence is usually a lengthy and time consuming process. Suppliers can sometimes meet one buyer’s Health and Safety standards but not another. Being CHAS approved reduces duplication as suppliers compliance is accepted by all CHAS buyers.
The CHAS scheme assesses our:
- Health and safety policy statement;
- Our organisation for health and safety;
- Our specific health and safety arrangements to a standard acceptable to our buyers and to others.
Child Safety Campaign
A1 Blinds are fully committed to help eliminate risks associated with harzardous looped operating cords, chains and tapes used on window blinds.
Child Safety is paramount here at A1 Blinds. Window blind cords and chains must be kept out of reach of babies and small children and there are many solutions for new and existing blinds. Here is what you should do now if you have babies or young children living in your house or if babies or young children may visit:
Examine every blind in your home. If they have a looped control chain or cord and do not have a safety device fitted then you can easily install one of the many devices available. Ask our excellently trained staff at A1 Blinds, we will be happy to assist you.
- Ensure that all operating blind cords and chains cannot be reached by children.
- When buying a new blind always look for one that does not contain cords, has concealed cords or has an in-built safety device.
- Move cots, beds and any furniture away from windows and blinds – remember children love to climb.
For more information on child safety at home please see:
British Blind & Shutter Association (BBSA) website
Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) website
Child Accident Prevention Trust (CAPT) website
Launch of new radio advert
In addition to our ongoing advertising campaign on TV & in several newspapers / other periodicals – we are pleased to announce a new radio advertisement due to begin on Monday 15/10/12 on Smooth Radio.
To listen to our radio advert click here.
Further Funds raised for Macmillan
In July 2012 staff at A1 Blinds raised another £1,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support, we wish to thank all those who sponsored and supported this event.
Sponsored Walk for Macmillan
In April 2012 staff at A1 Blinds raised over £800 by taking part in the 11 mile sponsored walk at Hamsterley Forest. Many thanks to all who sponsored and supported this event.