{"id":66652023,"date":"2025-07-07T13:59:04","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T12:59:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/?page_id=66652023"},"modified":"2025-07-10T10:21:49","modified_gmt":"2025-07-10T09:21:49","slug":"silver","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/preprod.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/silver\/","title":{"rendered":"FORS Silver Accreditation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns margin-bottom-zero has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgb(36,53,136) 54%,rgb(0,159,227) 100%)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column new-styles margin-bottom-zero is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns margin-bottom-zero is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/FORSLogoSilver_UD2.jpg\" alt=\"FORS Silver Logo\" style=\"width:100px;height:undefinedpx\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center margin-bottom-zero is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-base-3-color has-text-color\">FORS Silver Accreditation<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-base-3-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\">Show your fleet goes beyond the basics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left margin-bottom-zero has-base-3-color has-text-color\">If you are already FORS Bronze accredited, FORS Silver is your next step toward better safety, performance, and environmental responsibility.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns margin-bottom-zero is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#9d9da4\">\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns margin-bottom-zero has-base-3-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center new-styles margin-bottom-zero is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left heading-underline\">Why upgrade to Silver?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"margin-bottom-zero has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"color:#009fe3\"><i class=\"fa fa-check\"><\/i> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-bottom-zero\">Win more work<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Qualify for contracts requiring <strong>Work-Related Road Risk (WRRR)<\/strong> and <strong>CLOCS<\/strong> compliance in construction, logistics and public sector.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"margin-bottom-zero has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"color:#009fe3\"><i class=\"fa fa-check\"><\/i> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-bottom-zero\">Cut costs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Reduce fuel use, emissions, and road risk and unlock savings across your fleet operations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"margin-bottom-zero has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"color:#009fe3\"><i class=\"fa fa-check\"><\/i> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-bottom-zero\">Stand out<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Show ongoing improvement and <strong>professional fleet management<\/strong> to build trust and win more business.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"margin-bottom-zero has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"color:#009fe3\"><i class=\"fa fa-check\"><\/i> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-bottom-zero\">Be future-ready<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay ahead of <strong>ULEZ and industry regulations<\/strong> with cleaner vehicles, data tracking, and staff training.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You must be Bronze accredited before you can apply for Silver.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button new-primary-color-bkg\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/cms\/loginwp\/?target=\/cms\/evidencing\/\">Log in and apply for Silver<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left text-link\">Not yet Bronze accredited? <a href=\"\/cms\/bronze\">Find out about Bronze<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns margin-bottom-zero is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center new-styles margin-bottom-zero is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image rounded-img\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/fors-silver-sticker-on-truck-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"FORS Silver sticker on the back of a vehicle\" class=\"wp-image-66652024\" style=\"width:589px;height:392px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/preprod.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/fors-silver-sticker-on-truck-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/preprod.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/fors-silver-sticker-on-truck-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/preprod.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/fors-silver-sticker-on-truck-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/preprod.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/fors-silver-sticker-on-truck-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/preprod.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/fors-silver-sticker-on-truck-272x182.jpg 272w, https:\/\/preprod.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/fors-silver-sticker-on-truck.jpg 1402w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Screenshot<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left heading-underline\">What is FORS Silver?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>FORS Silver is the next step up from <a href=\"\/cms\/bronze\">Bronze<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It proves your fleet is not only safe and compliant but <strong>actively improving<\/strong> in the areas that matter most: <strong>safety<\/strong>, <strong>efficiency<\/strong>, and <strong>sustainability<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Silver builds on everything in Bronze, but with <strong>extra steps<\/strong> that prove your business is going beyond the basics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re already Bronze accredited, Silver is your opportunity to stand out and meet growing industry demands, including <strong>WRRR<\/strong>, <strong>CLOCS<\/strong>, and <strong>construction contract requirements<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns margin-bottom-zero has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#243588\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center new-styles margin-bottom-zero is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left heading-underline has-base-3-color has-text-color\">Accreditation options &#8211; At a glance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column rounded-block has-base-3-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column benefits-box ticks is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-bottom-zero\">Bronze<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:62px\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/bronze.png\" alt=\"FORS Bronze Logo\" style=\"width:72px;height:undefinedpx\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>First step to a safer, smarter fleet<\/strong>.<br>Entry-level accreditation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/cms\/bronze\">More about Bronze<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join the trusted FORS community and show your fleet meets key legal, safety, and environmental standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column benefits-box ticks is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list benefits-box ticks\">\n<li>Shows you are compliant, safe and responsible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meets legal and basic safety standards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Documented policies and procedures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driver and manager training<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Builds trust with clients and partners<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column rounded-block has-base-3-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-bottom-zero\">Silver<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:62px\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/FORSLogoSilver_UD2.jpg\" alt=\"FORS Logo Silver\" style=\"width:72px;height:undefinedpx\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step up. Stand out.<\/strong><br>Intermediate level &#8211; builds on Bronze<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button new-primary-color-bkg float-bottom\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/cms\/loginwp\/?target=\/cms\/evidencing\/\">Log in and apply for Silver<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/cms\/subscription-fees\">FORS Fees<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Demonstrate ongoing improvement in fuel efficiency, road safety and sustainability and <strong>WRRR<\/strong>\/<strong>CLOCS<\/strong> compliance with FORS Silver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You must be Bronze accredited to apply for Silver.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column benefits-box ticks margin-bottom-zero is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"margin-bottom-zero\">All features from Bronze, plus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list benefits-box ticks\">\n<li>Monitors fuel, emissions and collision data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supports WRRR and CLOCS compliance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Requires vehicle safety equipment for vulnerable road users (VRUs)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manages environmental and noise impact<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tracks driver and manager training<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manages subcontractor standards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plans for fleet transition to low and zero-emission vehicles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column rounded-block has-base-3-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-bottom-zero\">Gold<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:62px\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/fors-gold.png\" alt=\"FORS Gold Logo\" style=\"width:72px;height:undefinedpx\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lead the way<\/strong>.<br>Highest level of accreditation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/cms\/gold\">More about Gold<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>FORS Gold is for operators leading the industry in safety, sustainability, compliance and continuous improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You must be Bronze and Silver accredited to apply for Gold.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column benefits-box ticks is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"margin-bottom-zero\">All features from Bronze and Silver, plus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list benefits-box ticks\">\n<li>Public commitment to excellence and leadership<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supports sustainable recruitment and retention<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Requires a decarbonisation strategy and staff development plan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proves ongoing improvement year after year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shares performance data publicly (on request)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhances your brand and reputation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns margin-bottom-zero has-base-3-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column new-styles margin-bottom-zero is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column margin-bottom-zero is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading heading-underline\">How to upgrade from FORS Bronze to Silver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" style=\"list-style-type:1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Review the <a href=\"\/cms\/new-standard\/\">Silver requirements<\/a><br><\/strong>Use the <a href=\"\/cms\/loginwp\/?target=\/cms\/toolkits\/silver\">FORS Silver Accreditation toolkit<\/a> to prepare.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Collect performance data<\/strong><br>Start tracking fuel usage, emissions, and training progress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fit safety equipment<br><\/strong>Ensure your vehicles meet VRU safety standards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Submit your application<\/strong><br><a href=\"\/cms\/loginwp\/?target=\/cms\/evidencing\/\">Log in to your FORS account<\/a> and follow the upgrade process.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column margin-bottom-zero is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading heading-underline\">What you will need to do<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To get Silver accredited, you must be <strong>Bronze<\/strong> accredited and will need to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Collect and use data on fuel use, emissions, and collisions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set targets to reduce environmental impact and road risk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fit extra safety equipment to larger vehicles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide ongoing driver and manager training<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communicate policies clearly to your team<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manage noise impact and track subcontractor performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan your move toward cleaner, low-emission vehicles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns margin-bottom-zero has-base-3-color has-text-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#243588\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column new-styles is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading heading-underline has-base-3-color has-text-color\">Ready to get started?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Show you\u2019re serious about safety, efficiency and the environment.<br>Upgrade to FORS Silver and take your fleet to the next level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button new-primary-color-bkg\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/cms\/loginwp\/?target=\/cms\/evidencing\/\">Log in and apply for Silver<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns margin-bottom-zero has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" id=\"help-questions\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center new-styles is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center margin-bottom-zero is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-not-stacked-on-mobile partner-box is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center margin-bottom-zero is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left margin-bottom-zero heading-underline\">Have questions? We have answers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common questions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details text-link new-show-hide is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>FORS Silver Accreditation?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>FORS Silver is the second level of FORS accreditation. It builds on Bronze by requiring operators to monitor performance, reduce risks, and improve fuel efficiency, safety, and environmental impact.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details text-link new-show-hide is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How is FORS Silver different from Bronze?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Silver includes all the requirements of Bronze, plus additional standards like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Monitoring fuel, emissions and collisions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fitting safety equipment for vulnerable road users (VRUs)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ongoing driver and manager training<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporting WRRR and CLOCS compliance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Managing noise and subcontractors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details text-link new-show-hide is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need FORS Bronze before applying for Silver?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. You must be <strong>Bronze accredited<\/strong> before applying for Silver. Silver builds on the foundations of Bronze.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details text-link new-show-hide is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What do WRRR and CLOCS mean?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>WRRR<\/strong> (Work-Related Road Risk) is a set of safety requirements for operators in sectors like construction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>CLOCS<\/strong> (Construction Logistics and Community Safety) is a national standard for managing work-related road risk in construction supply chains.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>FORS Silver helps you meet both.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details text-link new-show-hide is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What vehicles need additional safety equipment for Silver?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>HGVs and other vehicles over 3.5 tonnes typically need <strong>equipment to protect vulnerable road users<\/strong>, such as side guards, cameras, sensors and audible warning systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-link small\">Always refer to <a href=\"\/cms\/new-standard\">the latest version of the FORS Standard<\/a> for full details<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details text-link new-show-hide is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What kind of training is required for Silver?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You must have an ongoing training plan and keep records of completed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"text-link small\"><a href=\"\/cms\/elearning-2-2\">FORS Professional eLearning modules<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driver CPC (where applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"text-link small\"><a href=\"\/cms\/training\/manager-training\">Manager training<\/a> for your responsible person<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-link small\">Always refer to <a href=\"\/cms\/new-standard\">the latest version of the FORS Standard<\/a> for full details<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details text-link new-show-hide is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need to report emissions or performance data?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. You\u2019ll need to <strong>monitor fuel usage, emissions, and collision data<\/strong>, and show how you\u2019re working to improve those metrics over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-link small\">Always refer to <a href=\"\/cms\/new-standard\">the latest version of the FORS Standard<\/a> for full details<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details text-link new-show-hide is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How do I upgrade to FORS Silver?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-link small\">Once you are FORS Bronze accredited, you can upgrade to FORS Silver by <a href=\"\/cms\/loginwp\/?target=\/cms\/evidencing\/\">logging into your account<\/a> and applying through your dashboard.  You will need to complete an online application and submit evidence.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details text-link new-show-hide is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long does FORS Silver accreditation last?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>FORS Silver is valid for <strong>12 months<\/strong>. You must renew annually by submitting up-to-date evidence that you are still meeting the requirements.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details text-link new-show-hide is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How much does FORS Silver accreditation cost?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-link small\">Costs depend on your fleet size and whether you\u2019re using consultancy support. You can check current fees on the <a href=\"\/cms\/fors-fees\">FORS pricing and fees page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details text-link new-show-hide is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What happens if my Silver application is rejected?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You will be given feedback and time to address any issues. Once corrected, you can resubmit your application.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details text-link new-show-hide is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I go straight to FORS Silver or FORS Gold?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>No, FORS Bronze is a mandatory first step. You must achieve and maintain Bronze before applying for Silver or Gold.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>FORS Silver Accreditation Show your fleet goes beyond the basics If you are already FORS Bronze accredited, FORS Silver is your next step toward better safety, performance, and environmental responsibility. Why upgrade to Silver? 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