Compliance, Certification & Growth Support
NHSS – National Highway Sector Schemes
We make it easier and quicker for organisations to gain and maintain NHSS certification
Unlock Roads-Ready Quality with Brighter Compliance
Brighter Compliance helps businesses involved in highway infrastructure navigate the NHSS certification journey with confidence. Whether you’re a contractor, manufacturer, or consultant, we’ll ensure your operations meet the integrated quality and competency standards required for working on the UK’s road network.
How Brighter Compliance Supports Your NHSS Journey
- Scope & Strategy
We help you identify which NHSS schemes apply to your operations and assess your current quality management setup. - System Alignment
If you’re already ISO 9001 certified, we’ll integrate NHSS requirements seamlessly as an extension—if not, we guide you in building a solid ISO-aligned management system. - Competency & Training
We ensure your workforce meets NHSS competency standards—covering skills, safety training, CSCS cards, Highways Passports, and more. - Audit Preparation
Our team supports you through the two-stage certification audit process. - Ongoing Support
After certification, we provide internal audit training, legal/aspect requirement tracking, and continuous improvement guidance to maintain compliance.
Examples of NHSS Schemes
The schemes are categorised under different areas of highway work, including:
Road Surfaces, Markings, and Paving: Covering activities such as road resurfacing and line marking.
Fencing and Vehicle Safety Restraints: Addressing safety features along the roadside.
Traffic Management: Ensuring safe and effective temporary traffic control during works.
Landscaping: Managing roadside planting and other landscaping elements.
Electrical and Drilling: Encompassing electrical installations and land drilling works.
