The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) is the leading membership and representative body for construction plant-hire in the UK. Established for 85 years, they now have over 1,900 Members, ranging from owner operators with a single machine, right through to the largest companies in the industry, with fleets of thousands of machines.
The Association employs permanent, experienced staff working at the CPA headquarters in London, close to other major construction federations and Government. The Association is governed by a Council of Members, who represent plant-hire companies of all types and sizes throughout the country.
The CPA is the UK’s principal point of contact for all issues relating to use of construction plant. CPA works with government departments and agencies, regional and local authorities, construction clients and contractors, other trade associations, leadership and skills bodies, third-sector organisations etc. through its extensive contacts, and with access to a range of industry experts and experience,
CPA can help with resolution of issues including: Employee health and safety; Machinery standards and emissions control; Public safety and road transport; Skills and employment and other issues affecting the plant world.
CPA publishes a wide range of guidance documents and other useful material. These are distributed widely throughout the construction industry and many are available for immediate free download from the website.
