How Much Does CHAS Cost? (2026 Pricing)

**CHAS (the Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme) starts from £429/year

• VAT** for the Standard package at the smallest headcount band, with Advanced from £659 and Elite from £909. Prices scale by employee headcount, and a free CHAS Foundation account exists for basic data-sharing. Most subcontractors who just need an SSIP (Safety Schemes in Procurement) badge want Standard; Elite is for clients who require the Common Assessment Standard.

The packages and prices

Starting figures for the smallest headcount band, quoted ex-VAT. CHAS is now branded Veriforce CHAS and is a founding SSIP member.

Which package do you need?

1. 1
   Just need SSIP / a health & safety badge? Standard covers it. It's the one most subcontractors buy.
2. 2
   Client wants a PAS 91-style pre-qualification? Advanced adds the former PAS 91 standard and a PQQ system.
3. 3
   Client names the Common Assessment Standard? You need Elite, which carries it across 13 risk areas. Nothing below Elite satisfies a Common Assessment Standard requirement at CHAS.

Is CHAS the cheapest?

For the smallest businesses, Constructionline's entry tier starts lower (around £219/year) and SafeContractor Standard is slightly below CHAS at £419/year +VAT. But each scheme prices differently — CHAS and SafeContractor by headcount, Constructionline by turnover — so the cheapest for you depends on your size. Compare them in CHAS vs SafeContractor vs Constructionline and see SafeContractor cost. Not sure which badge you need? Start at the comparison hub.

Frequently asked questions

How much is CHAS membership per year?

From £429/year +VAT for the Standard package at the smallest headcount band, rising with your employee count. Advanced starts at £659 and Elite at £909, both +VAT. A free CHAS Foundation data-sharing account is also available.

What's the difference between CHAS Standard, Advanced and Elite?

Standard is the core SSIP health & safety package. Advanced adds former PAS 91 compliance and a PQQ system. Elite adds the Common Assessment Standard across 13 risk areas. Most subcontractors only need Standard.

Does CHAS include VAT?

No — CHAS prices are quoted ex-VAT, so add 20% VAT when budgeting.