Workforce Compliance
Compliance is not an add-on at Hard Hat — it is built into every placement we make. Every worker is vetted, verified, and documented before deployment.
Our Compliance Process
Hard Hat Recruitment operates a structured, documented compliance process for every worker we supply. This process is designed to meet the expectations of Tier 1 contractors, principal contractors, and supply chain procurement teams. Every operative undergoes the same rigorous vetting regardless of role level or placement duration.
Right to Work Verification
- Share code or document verification
- Copies retained securely on file
- Re-checks conducted for time-limited permissions
- Full audit trail maintained
CSCS Card Verification
- Card authenticity checked via CSCS database
- Card type matched to role requirements
- Expiry monitoring and renewal tracking
- Virtual card verification supported
Identity Verification
- Photo ID verification (passport/driving licence)
- Proof of address documentation
- Cross-referenced against Right to Work documents
- Facial recognition matching at registration
Reference & Screening
- Employment references obtained
- Previous employer verification
- Skills and competency assessment
- Conduct and reliability checks
PAYE Employment Model
All Hard Hat workers are employed on a PAYE basis. This is a deliberate policy decision that provides:
Insurance Coverage
£10m
Employers' Liability
£5m
Public Liability
£2m
Professional Indemnity
£250k
Cyber Insurance
Documentation & Audit
We maintain a complete audit trail for every worker and every placement. Compliance documentation is available for client review at any time, supporting supply chain assessments, procurement audits, and Constructionline submissions.