Accreditations & Compliance
Independent assurance. Recognised standards. Trusted delivery.
At YGS Landscapes, our commercial landscaping accreditations in Devon provide independent assurance that our training, management systems and site practices meet recognised industry standards.
We undergo regular third-party assessment to verify how we manage health & safety, quality, environmental responsibility and operational control across our business.
Landscaping Accreditations & Health & Safety Verification
Our health & safety management arrangements are independently verified through recognised SSIP schemes, including:
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CHAS
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SMAS
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SSIP (Safety Schemes in Procurement)
These assessments provide clients with assurance that our health & safety systems, procedures and competence standards are robust, current and regularly reviewed.
Full details of our health & safety systems, site procedures and workforce controls are available on our Health & Safety page.
Professional Membership & Industry Recognition
Commitment to industry best practice
We are long-standing members of the British Association of Landscape Industries, reflecting our commitment to professional standards and ethical practice within the landscaping sector.
YGS Landscapes is a nationally recognised contractor, with industry awards reflecting both project quality and wider contribution to skills development.
- BALI National Landscape Principal Award Winner
- BALI Special Award for Communication & Education Champion
- Pro Landscaper Business Award recognition
These achievements reflect the quality of our project delivery, our commitment to skills development and our wider contribution to raising standards across the landscaping sector.
These recognised standards support the level of assurance expected by clients seeking commercial landscaping accreditations in Devon.
Industry Partnerships & Inclusive Employment
Building Plymouth
YGS Landscapes plays an active role in Building Plymouth, a Plymouth City Council-led partnership connecting local people with career opportunities in construction and the built environment.
With representation at board level, we contribute to shaping skills development initiatives and strengthening pathways into employment across the region.
This involvement supports our wider commitment to apprenticeships, workforce development and practical social value across the region.
Disability Confident
We are recognised as a Disability Confident Committed Employer, demonstrating our commitment to inclusive recruitment and workplace practices.
As part of this commitment, we:
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Ensure recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible
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Offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet minimum criteria
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Provide reasonable adjustments where required
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Support employees who acquire a disability or long-term health condition
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Take practical actions that make a difference for disabled people
This reflects our belief in creating an inclusive working environment and widening access to opportunities within the landscaping and construction sector.
Compliance Management Systems
We operate a structured compliance framework supported by CQMS, helping ensure documentation remains current, controlled and readily available during audits, tenders and inspections.
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Manage compliance documentation centrally
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Maintain up-to-date policies and procedures
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Demonstrate compliance during audits, tenders and inspections
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Provide controlled documentation efficiently when required
This ensures our systems are organised, transparent and audit-ready at all times.
Training Standards & Workforce Competence
Staff competence is supported through recognised industry training and qualification standards, including:
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CSCS certification
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IOSH health & safety qualifications
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SMSTS and SSSTS (where applicable)
Competence requirements are role-specific and monitored to ensure appropriate supervision and safe delivery across all projects.
(Full details of our training approach are available on our Training & Workforce Development page.)
Environmental Compliance & Responsible Delivery
Responsible working practices are embedded into how we plan and deliver our projects.
Our approach focuses on practical, achievable measures that reduce environmental risk, support long-term landscape performance and strengthen biodiversity through considered planting, soil health and responsible site practices.
Full details of our environmental management systems are available on our ISO Certifications & Management Systems page, with wider practical examples outlined in our Biodiversity & Environmental Approach section.
Plant, Equipment & Insurance Assurance
All plant, vehicles and equipment used by YGS Landscapes are subject to planned inspection, servicing and maintenance regimes, with operation restricted to trained and authorised personnel.
We maintain appropriate insurance cover for the nature and scale of work we undertake. Supporting documentation is available as part of pre-qualification, tender and client assurance processes.
Independent verification remains an important part of how YGS Landscapes demonstrates consistency, accountability and professional standards across all areas of delivery.
Our landscaping accreditations in Devon form part of a wider framework of external verification, workforce competence and structured delivery.
Planning a Landscaping Project Across Devon & Cornwall?
Whether you are planning new works, reviewing maintenance requirements or preparing for tender, our team would be pleased to discuss your project.
Commercial landscaping & grounds maintenance across Devon & Cornwall
Telephone: 01752 337710
YGS Landscapes provides commercial landscaping, grounds maintenance, arboriculture and fencing services across Devon and Cornwall.| Established 1973
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YGS Landscapes Ltd, Elfordleigh Nursery, Larch Grove, Plymouth PL7 5EB
Email: info@ygslandscapes.co.uk
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