{"id":66652026,"date":"2025-07-07T13:59:42","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T12:59:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/?page_id=66652026"},"modified":"2025-07-10T10:22:36","modified_gmt":"2025-07-10T09:22:36","slug":"gold","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/gold\/","title":{"rendered":"FORS Gold 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\/05\/fors-gold.png\" alt=\"FORS Gold 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 Gold 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 you\u2019re leading the way<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left margin-bottom-zero has-base-3-color has-text-color\"><strong>FORS Gold<\/strong> is the highest level of accreditation in the FORS Standard.<\/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:#bc8d09\">\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 go for Gold?<\/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\">Stand out from the competition<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>FORS Gold sets you apart as a leading operator. It shows you&#8217;re committed to doing things better, not just meeting the standard, but raising it.<\/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\">Win bigger, better contracts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Gold gives clients confidence. It shows you\u2019re serious about safety, sustainability and professionalism, helping you secure high-value, long-term work.<\/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\">Prove year-on-year improvement<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Gold shows your fleet is getting cleaner, safer and more efficient over time, helping you reduce costs and risks while boosting performance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\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\">Lead on sustainability<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Show that you are planning for a low-emission future with a clear strategy to reduce your environmental impact.<\/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\">Attract and keep great people<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Gold supports driver development, training and retention, helping you build a stronger, more reliable team.<\/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\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-bottom-zero\"><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><\/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 and Silver accredited before you can apply for Gold.<\/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 Gold<\/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\/registration\">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-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2328\" height=\"1532\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/gold-sticker-on-vehicle.jpg\" alt=\"FORS Gold sticker on the back of a vehicle\" class=\"wp-image-66652027\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/gold-sticker-on-vehicle.jpg 2328w, https:\/\/www.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/gold-sticker-on-vehicle-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/gold-sticker-on-vehicle-1024x674.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/gold-sticker-on-vehicle-150x99.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/gold-sticker-on-vehicle-768x505.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/gold-sticker-on-vehicle-1536x1011.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/gold-sticker-on-vehicle-2048x1348.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2328px) 100vw, 2328px\" \/><\/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 Gold?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>FORS Gold<\/strong> is the highest level of accreditation in the FORS Standard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It proves your fleet is not only compliant and improving, but leading the way in safety, sustainability, and operational excellence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gold builds on everything in Bronze and Silver, with added focus on <strong>year-on-year improvement<\/strong>, <strong>environmental leadership<\/strong>, and <strong>staff development<\/strong>.<br>It\u2019s for operators who want to <strong>show long-term commitment<\/strong>, stand out in the industry, and lead by example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are already Silver accredited, Gold is your chance to prove you are going above and beyond, and ready to meet the expectations of clients, contracts, and the future of transport.<\/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\/2025\/07\/image.jpeg\" alt=\"\" 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><a href=\"\/cms\/silver\">More about Silver<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/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<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 CLCOS 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 &#8211; builds on Bronze and Silver<\/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 Gold<\/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>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<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 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-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee\">\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\">Who is Gold for?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You must be Bronze and Silver accredited before you can apply for Gold.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" style=\"list-style-type:1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be ready to lead the way<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fleets focused on sustainability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Companies with strong training and performance systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operators who want to stand out for doing things right<\/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\"><\/h3>\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 Silver to Gold<\/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\/\">Gold requirements<\/a><br><\/strong>Use the <a href=\"\/cms\/loginwp\/?target=\/cms\/toolkits\/gold\">FORS Gold Accreditation toolkit<\/a> to prepare.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Show you have a plan to cut emissions<\/strong><br>Detail how you are going to make changes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Focus on staff<br><\/strong>Build a stronger, more reliable team.<\/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 FORS Gold, you must meet all <strong>Bronze<\/strong> and <strong>Silver<\/strong> standards, plus:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A written plan to cut emissions (decarbonisation strategy)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Evidence of year-on-year improvement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A focus on recruiting and keeping good staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A public commitment to best practice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Willingness to share performance data (on request)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High standards across all sites and subcontractors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/cms\/new-standard\">View the full FORS Standard (PDF)<\/a><\/p>\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 go for Gold?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Join the top tier of operators making fleets safer, greener, and better every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To go for Gold, you must be <strong>Bronze<\/strong> and <strong>Silver<\/strong> accredited.<\/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 Gold<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left text-link white\">Not yet Bronze accredited? <a href=\"\/cms\/registration\">Register for Bronze<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div 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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>What is FORS Gold Accreditation?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>FORS Gold is the top FORS level. It shows you&#8217;re leading on safety, emissions and training \u2014 and improving every year.<\/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 FORS Silver first?<\/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 and Silver accredited<\/strong> before applying for Gold. Gold builds on the foundations of Bronze and Silver.<\/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 Gold different from Silver?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Gold includes all the requirements of Bronze and Silver, plus additional standards like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A decarbonisation plan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Staff retention focus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Year-on-year improvement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Public commitment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Data transparency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consistent standards across all sites<\/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 to share data?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, if asked by clients or regulators.<\/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 Gold?<\/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 and Silver accredited, you can upgrade to FORS Gold 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 Gold accreditation last?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>FORS Gold is valid for <strong>12 months<\/strong>. You must renew annually by submitting up-to-date evidence that you are still meeting the requirements. You must keep your Bronze and Silver status, too.<\/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 Gold 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>Can I go straight to FORS Gold?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>No, FORS Bronze and Silver are mandatory first steps. 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