Memberships/Certification

ISO 9001

ISO 9001 is a quality management system designed to reduce errors and improve our service. Quality of service and products has been critical to our operation ever since we began. FS Cables has been a registered company with Quality Certification since 1996.

ISO 14001

ISO 14001 provides a framework for reducing our environmental footprint through a range of measurable improvement actions. A number of measures are in place to reduce our impact on the environment, such as waste and paper recycling to cycling to work. We believe this accreditation demonstrates FS Cables commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability.

ISO 45001

ISO 45001 is an Occupational Health and Safety management system designed to highlight our impact on health and safety issues, as well as help to reduce the risk of accidents. At FS Cables we make it a priority to ensure the safety and well-being of all our staff and customers. Obtaining this award demonstrates our commitment to providing a safe and efficient working environment.

Electrical Distributors' Association

The EDA (Electrical Distributors’ Association) is the trade association that represents the interests of wholesale distributors of electro-technical products in the UK. FS are a leading supplier of specialist cable products to wholesalers for a range of different industries including Home Automation and Building Management, Electrical Contracting, Rail, Marine, Telecommunications and more.

Electrical Contractors' Association

The ECA (Electrical Contractors’ Association) is the trade association that represents and supports the interests of electrotechnical and building engineering services contractors in the UK (excluding Scotland). FS are a leading supplier of specialist cable products to electrical contractors for a range of different industries including Home Automation and Building Management, Data and Fibre, Rail, Marine, Telecommunications and more.

CEDIA Trade Supplier

The Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association (CEDIA) is an organisation of experienced companies involved in the design and installation of electronic systems for the home. A number of products for home automation and building control are offered from stock.

HDBaseT Alliance

HDBaseT is the leading standard for whole home or office distribution of uncompressed HD media over a single cable. Through a single Cat 5E or Cat 6, HD video, audio, Ethernet, power and control are all achievable. Gaining popularity as the leading ‘plug and play’ digital connectivity solution, HDBaseT is the number one choice for HD media transmission. Our TruHD range of Cat 5E, Cat 6 & Cat 6A cables have been tested to meet this standard and FS Cables are a member of the HDBaseT Alliance.

KNX Manufacturer Member

The KNX standard is an internationally recognised system for home automation and building control. FS Cables is a manufacturer member of both the KNX worldwide and KNX UK Associations.

CAI

CAI is the UK's trade association for businesses across the whole spectrum for delivering video, audio and data around the home and commercial properties. FS Cables offer a coaxial cable that has been tested and approved by an independant test house to meet the CAI specification requirements.

Institute of Export & International Trade

The Institute of Export & International Trade was established to support UK businesses in growing their international markets and trade. The Institute is the leading association of exporters and importers, providing education and training to professionalise the UK’s international traders.

RISQS Supplier

Formerly known as Achilles Link-up, RISQS is the UK Rail industry supplier qualification and verification scheme, designed to assure the quality of products and services bought by the rail industry. It is administered on behalf of the rail industry by the Achilles team and is supported and used by most of the major rail companies throughout the UK.

JOSCAR Supplier

JOSCAR is a collaborative tool used by the aerospace, defence and security industry to act as a single repository for pre-qualification and compliance information.

Construction Online

Construction Online provides a construction project management platform that enables professionals to manage project planning, collaboration, scheduling, and documentation. Their tools are designed to enhance efficiency, communication, and productivity across various construction projects and teams.

BSI Subscribing Member

Subscribing membership to the BSI (British Standards Institute) ensures FS Cables can stay up to date with the latest standards and certification programmes. This enables us to adopt best practices in terms of our operations ensuring the products and services we offer our customers are to the highest standards.

ICO

The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) is an independent regulatory authority responsible for upholding information rights and enforcing data protection laws. As a supervisory authority, it ensures that personal information is handled securely, fairly, and lawfully. The ICO provides guidance, advice, and education to individuals and organisations on data protection, privacy, and freedom of information. It promotes good practices in data handling, monitors emerging issues, and works towards maintaining transparency and trust in the digital era.

Energy Industries Council (EIC) Member

The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is a recognised trade association for companies that deliver goods and services to the energy industry, worldwide.

Construction Products Regulation (CPR)

The Construction Products Regulation (CPR) covers the fire performance and other aspects of various products used in construction. Suppliers (manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors) will have to declare the fire performance of a cable designed for use in buildings. FS Cables have had hundreds of products independently tested for compliance to CPR. You can view all of them on our dedicated CPR page, along with useful videos, guides and information on the regulation.

REACH Regulation

FS Cables are importers and distributors of products that qualify as articles in the REACH regulations; we are therefore not required to register these products. As the products we supply under normal conditions are not intended to release substances we are not required to submit a registration for the chemical substances contained in these articles. We will continue to monitor our supply chain to ensure that all products manufactured and supplied by FS Cables are fully compliant to the REACH regulations.

SafeSupplier

Alcumus helps organisations of all sizes anticipate, manage and avoid risks that endanger their people, their operations and our planet. FS Cables are a verified SafeSupplier, which demonstrates our compliance in various areas such as health & safety, anti-bribery, quality management, modern slavery, finance, business & professional standing, risk management, people, insurance, GDPR and Environment.

Ecovadis

Since its founding in 2007, EcoVadis has grown to become the world’s largest and most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings, creating a global network of more than 90,000+ rated companies. Shoal Group has earned a bronze medal in recognition of our EcoVadis rating.

Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus

FS Cables have been awarded the Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus Certification. The Cyber Essentials scheme provides an independent assessment of security controls that organisations should have in place to protect against internet-based threats. Obtaining this certification demonstrates FS Cables commitment towards security and ensuring we minimise any risk of a cyber-attack. The scheme is aligned with the primary objective of the National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK a safer place to conduct business online by building a vibrant, resilient and secure cyberspace.

Cyber Essentials Certificate

Cyber Essentials Plus Certificate

RoHS Compliant

RoHS, short for Restriction of Hazardous Substances, is a regulatory directive that aims to protect human health and the environment by restricting the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic products. This legislation, first introduced in the European Union (EU) and adopted by many other countries globally, restricts the presence of substances such as lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, and specific brominated flame retardants in electronic devices and components. By adhering to RoHS requirements, manufacturers ensure that their products are environmentally friendly, safer for consumers, and contribute to sustainable practices by reducing the overall environmental impact of electronic waste.

Apprenticeship Scheme

FS Cables offer a Government backed national vocational programme offering each apprentice the opportunity to study ‘on the job’ for a QCF (NVQ) level 2 qualification. While they study, the apprentices undergo a rotational development programme, spending between one and three months in every department – from sales, purchasing, accounts, marketing – right through to warehouse and export.

Anti-Corruption Policy

Shoal Group has a clear anti-corruption policy. We fully support our employees to make decisions in line with our anti-corruption policy. Our corporate conduct is based on our commitment to acting professionally, fairly, and with integrity and does not tolerate any form of bribery or corruption. This policy applies to Shoal Group employees (staff, contract and temporary) and extends to all our business dealings and transactions in all countries in which we operate. We will encourage the adoption of this policy amongst our business partners including contractors, suppliers and customers.

WEEE

Shoal Group Ltd is committed to the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations (WEEE), EU Directive. This requires that electrical and electronic equipment, when being disposed of at the end of its useful life in an EU Member State, it must be recycled and/or disposed of in accordance with the EU directive as it is applied in local laws of that State.

Conflict Minerals Declaration

As a global supplier of electrical components and cable accessories, Shoal Group Ltd is aware of our obligations with regards to laws and regulations regarding Conflict Minerals, specifically the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Section 1502.

Russian-Origin Iron and Steel Sanctions

Shoal Group has maintained constant communication with suppliers to guarantee full adherence to the EU and UK sanction measures under The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 ("The Russia Regulations").

Modern Slavery Statement

We are committed to identifying Modern Slavery risks across the business and supply chain which include, slavery, human trafficking, child labour and forced/compulsory labour (together “Modern slavery”) and to ensuring that there is no Modern Slavery either within the business or within our principal supply chains.

Employers Liability and Product Liability

Confirmation of insurance for Employers' Liability & Public and Products Liability.