Do I need Health and safety accreditations?

Do I need safety accreditations such as CHAS, Safecontractor and Constructionline?
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Gaining an official health and safety accreditation has several benefits: larger clients are more likely to require official H&S. Gaining accreditation can thus give you access to more lucrative contracts and greater business opportunities. Accreditation shows that you take health and safety seriously.
Although contractor accreditation isn’t compulsory it does hold significant benefits for your construction business, not least in boosting your credibility and raising your profile in the industry.  
It can help you secure more contracts and provides clear proof during the pre-qualification stage that you take health and safety seriously.

When you gain accreditation the scheme provider’s logo can be used to good effect to market your business.