Become A Member

BECOME A MEMBER OF THE DSA

The Drilling & Sawing About Us Association Mission Statement The DSA The DSA's mission is to promote the work of professional drilling and sawing [email protected] contractors by highlighting the main www.drillandsaw.org.uk advantages of cutting concrete with 0115 986 7029 diamond tools, which include precision cutting within the shortest time scale, Unit 3, Brand Street, reduced noise, dust and debris and Nottingham, maintenance of structural integrity NG2 3GW The Drilling and Sawing Association is Member of the only organisation that represents the interests of companies operating in the drilling and sawing . We are committed to improving standards within the industry by improving the standards of safe working practice, education and training. Membership is open to Drilling and Sawing Contractors and Suppliers of Drilling and Sawing Equipment. By joining us as a Contractor, Supplier, Associate or Affiliate member you could raise your company’s profile to a significant number of professional construction organisations.

MEMBERSHIP Who can become a member The DSA is open to any organisation that provides products or Services relating to Diamond Drilling and Sawing and would like to support the association in achieving our goals. The following groups from the industry are welcome: ❖ UK Contractors ❖ UK Suppliers ❖ Affiliates (DSA Service Providers) Benefits of Becoming a Member Becoming a member of the DSA doesn’t just support the industry, there are many ways that you benefit. Below shows just a handful of benefits you will receive from becoming a member. 1. RAISE YOUR PROFILE AND GENERATE MORE BUSINESS Promotion of your business as a reputable contractor through the DSA website, advertising material and listed in the Concrete Cutter Magazine. 2. SAFE WORKING Access to the DSA Code of Safe Working Practice providing a comprehensive statement of safe working practices in the Drilling and Sawing Industry. 3.HAVING A VOICE Encouraging comments, discussions, new ideas and sharing of best practice. Members actively contribute to our AGM and quarterly board meetings 4.SAVE MONEY Exclusive discounts including our Insurance Scheme, funded training & NVQ’s and Diploma’s, publications and access to our Supply Members DSA discount structure. 5. ACCESS TO STANDARD DOCUMENTATION Including Health and Safety at Work Policy, day work rates, risk assessments, environmental policy and so on. 6.TRAINING Developing your staff can make a real difference to your business. DSA membership gives you access to a wide range of discounted courses, funding for NVQs to have your workforce qualified. We also offer a partially funded Apprenticeship Scheme, designed by DSA in conjunction with the CITB, specifically for Drilling and Sawing Operations

Membership 1. Sponsors/ References Applicants must be sponsored by two existing members of the Association, i.e. one contractor member and one supplier member. They must also supply the details of two client firms who are prepared to provide references. The references may be taken up at the discretion of the DSA. 2. Establish Period Either the business or The Director must have been trading as a Drilling & Sawing Contractor for at least 2 years. 3. Turnover The Applicant's annual turnover in Drilling & Sawing work must be at least £250,000 or must represent at least 75% of their total turnover. 4. Accounts Applicants are required to provide a copy of their latest annual accounts in support of items 2 & 3 above. 5. Minimum Insurance Cover Applicants must provide written evidence from their insurer that: • The business description on their liability policies includes Drilling & Sawing. • They have the following minimum levels of cover: • Employers Liability - £2 million • Public Liability £2 million 6. CSCS Cards Applicants must agree to conform to the requirement that from 30th November 2008, 75% of their drilling and sawing workforce will possess CSCS Cards in Drilling & Sawing.

Criteria 7. Safety Policy A copy of the Applicant's Safety Policy document must accompany the application. 8. CITB Registration The Applicant must be registered with CSkills (CITB) and must provide details of their Registration Number. 9. VAT Registration The Applicant must be VAT registered and provide evidence of their VAT Registration Number. 10. Attendance All members are required to attend a minimum of one meeting per year, either regional or annual general, should a member not be able to attend, a representative of the company may attend in their place, Failure to comply may result in either a penalty fine or in termination of membership. This would be decided by the board. Any fines imposed will be donated to a charity chosen by the board. Attendance of one meeting held by the association, members will be given notice at least 21 days before event. All members are encouraged to attend the Annual General Meeting. 11. European Standards All Applicants for Supplier Membership must confirm that their diamond products conform to EN13236.

MEMBERSHIPS Category UK Contractors UK Affiliates Suppliers Annual Fee £750 £750 £375 Joining Fee £200 £200 Nil Criteria • Sponsors/ references/ • Sponsors/ • Established 2 years interview references/ • Established 2 years • Established • Minimum turnover in 2 years Drilling & Sawing 75% • Compliance or £250,000 with EN • Copy of Annual 13236 Accounts • VAT • Minimum Insurance Registered Cover • Attendance • 75% Carded Workforce • Safety Policy at one • CITB Registration • VAT Registered meeting per • Attendance at one year meeting per year Membership application form can be found at www.drillandsaw.org.uk All applications and supporting documents must be emailed to [email protected] or posted to the DSA office: Unit3, Brand Street, Nottingham, NG2 3GW

APPLICATION FORM Where to find the Application Form: Step 1: Visit www.drillandsaw.org.uk Step 2: Click “ Join the DSA Today” located at the bottom of the page. Step 3: Download the application form at bottom of the page. Step 4: Complete the Application Form. Step 5: Email the completed form and any supporting documents to [email protected] Or post to: Drilling and Sawing Association Unit 3, Brand Street, Nottingham, NG2 3GW Step 6: You will be contacted by a member of the DSA to discuss your application form.

0115 986 7029 [email protected] www.drillandsaw.org.uk Drilling and Sawing Association Unit 3, Brand Street, Nottingham, NG2 3GW