Knowledge partner for certifications ensures sustainable improvement at civil engineering companies

In recent years, developments in the civil engineering sector have increasingly focused on quality, occupational health & safety and environment & sustainability. The CO₂-footprint and the use of secondary raw materials are increasing focal points. Normec Certification works as an independent certifying body to test and certify management, quality, safety and sustainability systems.

"We are a relatively young company, but we have decades of experience in the field of asbestos, soil and construction (ground) materials. In a relatively short time, Normec Certification has grown into a leading player in the market. By deploying smart IT solutions, our way of working is efficient, transparent and cost-effective," says Arjen Werkmeester, commercial director at Normec Certification. "We implement sustainable improvement for our customers with great enthusiasm, expertise and in the belief that things can always be done better."

Knowledge partner

"Normec Certification is accredited for a wide range of schemes and certificates, which also makes us the specialist in certification," continues Werkmeester. "In doing so, we closely follow developments in the sector and are of course aware of current (and future) laws and regulations. We take the time to get to know our customers well and build a lasting relationship. Together we discover room for improvement. Because we know the field and speak the same language, we are a true knowledge partner for ground, road and hydraulic engineering companies."

Better, safer and more efficient

"We believe it is important that organizations dealing with asbestos, soil and building materials can work better, safer and more efficiently thanks to our services. In doing so, we notice that there is a need for a fresh, non-directive body, which takes care of things. Normec Certification is that young and dynamic party that tests the standard and especially looks at what is going well. Without a 'necessary-evil-feeling' among our customers, but whose relevance is recognized. In this way we contribute to the overall performance of the organization."

Total package

Normec Certification offers certifications in the areas of quality (ISO 9001 and ISO 14001), health & safety (including Safety Ladder and VCA) and environment & sustainability (CSR Performance Ladder and the CO2 Performance Ladder, MRF Hallmark and BRL SVMS-007). But so also soil certifications (BRL SIKB, such as the 6000 and 7000) and product certifications (including BRL 2506). "The most recent addition to the Normec service package are ISO 27001 and 45001 and PSO," says Werkmeester, explaining, "The ISO 27001 is an ISO standard for information security: how do we handle digital control of reports and documents in a secure, responsible way. The ISO 45001 is an international safety standard (where VCA is national), grafted onto ISO structure (high level structure). And finally, the PSO, which stands for Performance Socially Oriented Enterprise. In other words: how do you ensure that you as an employer contribute to the sustainable employability of your employees and give people with a distance to the labor market a chance. Especially in times of shortage on the labor market, but also to take good care of each other -which should be a certain obligation-, this is something that is becoming more and more important," notes Werkmeester. "We really offer a total package with one point of contact, an open and transparent character and no hidden costs." 

No-nonsense

The company's no-nonsense and informal character is reflected in its services. "One example is our unique online customer portal, which gives the customer 24/7 insight into, among other things, the progress of the (re)certification process, the status of current certificates and audit appointments made. But of course we are also personally at the disposal of our customers," says Werkmeester and concludes: so should you need further clarification or want to know what Normec Certification can do for you, you are always welcome for a personal meeting."