Window Cleaner Licence
A window cleaner's licence is needed by any person engaged in window cleaning whether as an employee or self-employed.
You must hold Public Liability insurance and if you employ any other window cleaners you must also hold Employer's Liability insurance. You are also advised to take out personal insurance cover in case you are involved in an accident.
You should also be aware of the advice given in the Health and Safety Guidance notes GS25 "Prevention of Falls to Window Cleaners" and GS21 "Safe use of Ladders, Step Ladders and Trestles" which may be purchased from the Stationery Office (TSO) Tel: 0870 600 5522. Employers should include advice on the use of such safety practices as part of an employee's training. Further advice may be obtained from the Council's Environment Service.
