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Accreditations

Accredited and accountable.

Our ventilation maintenance, hygiene and fire safety services follow recognised industry standards, supported by clear reporting, photographic evidence and relevant certification.

British Ventilation engineers on site

Our accreditations

The credentials behind our work.

Recognised credentials and industry expertise supporting professional ventilation maintenance, hygiene and fire safety services.

VHR

Vent Hygiene Register (VHR)

The Vent Hygiene Register (VHR) is BESA’s register of approved ventilation hygiene contractors, recognising companies that demonstrate competence, technical expertise and compliance with industry best practice.

  • BESA-approved contractor
  • Demonstrated technical competence
  • Recognised industry standards

BESA

Building Engineering Services Association

BESA is the UK’s leading trade association for building engineering services, providing recognised guidance and best practice for ventilation hygiene and fire damper inspection, testing and maintenance.

  • Ventilation hygiene guidance
  • Fire damper best practice
  • Recognised industry standards

NAADUK

National Association of Air Duct Specialists UK

NAADUK is a specialist industry association promoting professional standards, technical competence and industry best practice in ventilation hygiene, ductwork cleaning and maintenance services, supporting quality, safety and compliance across the sector.

  • Specialist ventilation hygiene expertise
  • Recognised industry best practice
  • Professional standards and competence

Alcumus

SafeContractor Accreditation

Alcumus SafeContractor is one of the UK’s leading health and safety accreditation schemes, recognising organisations that demonstrate robust health and safety management, legal compliance and safe working practices.

  • SafeContractor approved
  • Demonstrated health & safety compliance
  • SSIP recognised

How we prove it

Evidence you can rely on.

Every project is supported by clear documentation, giving you complete confidence in the work completed.

Photographic reporting

Detailed photographic evidence is captured throughout every project, providing a clear record of the work carried out.

Compliance Documentation

Professional reports and certification are issued on completion, helping you maintain accurate compliance records.

Audit-Ready Records

Comprehensive documentation provides a complete, traceable record for facilities management, audits and regulatory inspections.

Clear Recommendations

Practical advice helps you understand outstanding issues, plan corrective works and maintain long-term building safety.

Standards

The Standards Behind Our Work.

Our work follows relevant British and industry standards for ventilation hygiene, system performance and ventilation-related fire safety.

TR19® Air

Internal cleanliness of ventilation systems

TR19® Grease

Fire-risk management of grease extract systems

BS EN 15780

Ventilation for buildings — cleanliness of systems

HTM 03-01

Specialised ventilation for healthcare premises

BS 9999

Fire safety in the design, management and use of buildings.

BS EN 15650

Performance of fire dampers

BS EN 17446

Testing and maintenance requirements for fixed fire suppression systems in commercial kitchens.

BS EN 1366

Fire resistance testing of service installations, including fire stopping and dampers.

BS 476

Fire resistance testing of building materials and construction elements.

BS EN 16798

Energy performance of buildings — ventilation for buildings.

Why it matters

Confidence you can rely on.

Our credentials, working practices and detailed reporting give you confidence in the maintenance of your ventilation systems. From hygiene assessments to ventilation fire safety works, we provide clear findings, practical recommendations and documented results.

VMES compliance documentation and certification

Testimonials

Trusted on sites across the UK.

VMES delivered an excellent service. The engineers were professional, the work was completed on time, and the reporting was clear and detailed.
JWJames WhitfieldFacilities Manager, LeedsCleaning
A reliable and professional team. VMES kept disruption to a minimum and provided all the documentation we needed immediately after the works.
MSMark StevensOperations Manager, GlasgowTesting
Outstanding service from VMES. Great communication, high-quality workmanship and detailed reporting from start to finish.
RDRachel DonnellyEstates Manager, BirminghamSystems

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