Trade Membership

Protect your tools, equipment and the evidence that proves they are yours.

Trade Membership gives tradespeople one organised place to record tools, equipment, work vehicles, documents, phones and CPD records.

Keep photographs, serial numbers, receipts, purchase details and supporting files together before theft, loss or damage turns them into evidence you suddenly need.

If equipment is stolen, your records can already contain the identifying information, photographs and supporting evidence needed to help report the loss and build a Recovery Case.
Tools Equipment Work Vehicles Documents Recovery Cases Condition Reports
Your Trade Membership Trade
Tools Record serial numbers, photos and purchase details.
Equipment Keep business assets and supporting evidence organised.
Work Vehicles Store identifying and supporting vehicle records.
Documents & CPD Keep business paperwork and training records together.
Built For Working Trades

Your work depends on valuable equipment.

Tools and equipment move between vans, sites, workshops and storage areas. My Safe Docs helps keep the important identifying information connected to them.

Tools

Record power tools, hand tools and specialist equipment with photographs and serial numbers.

Vans & Vehicles

Keep work vehicle details, identifying information and related supporting files organised.

Business Equipment

Record valuable equipment used across sites, projects, workshops and storage areas.

Documents & CPD

Keep important paperwork, certificates and professional development records together.

What's Included

Trade Membership covers the records tradespeople rely on.

Build organised records for business assets and keep the evidence connected to each item.

Tools

Record make, model, serial numbers, photographs, purchase information and supporting evidence.

Items & Equipment

Create records for valuable business assets and specialist equipment.

Work Vehicles

Keep vehicle details, photographs, identification information and related files together.

Documents

Store important business documents and supporting records within your account.

Mobile Phones

Record business phones and their identifying details.

CPD Records

Keep training, development and professional records organised alongside the rest of your account.

Recovery Cases

If tools are stolen, start with information you already recorded.

When something is stolen, the useful details can suddenly become the hardest things to find. My Safe Docs helps you build that record beforehand.

A Recovery Case can then keep relevant incident details, police information, insurance information, CCTV images or videos and linked stolen items together.

Instead of trying to remember every serial number after a theft, your asset records can already contain the information needed to identify what is missing.
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Record tools before theft Keep serial numbers, photographs, receipts and identifying information together.
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Mark relevant items as stolen Identify which recorded assets relate to the incident.
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Create a Recovery Case Add crime details, police references, insurance information and supporting evidence.
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Keep updates together Store CCTV evidence and recovery information alongside the case.
Condition Reports

Create Before and After evidence for tools, equipment and work.

Trade Membership also includes My Safe Docs Condition Reports. These allow you to create locked Before and After evidence when the condition of equipment, property or completed work may later matter.

Photograph the condition before work starts, before equipment is loaned or hired, or before an item changes hands. Return later to add the After stage.

Record hired tools or equipment before collection.
Create evidence before handing equipment to another person.
Photograph property or areas before work begins.
Add an After Report later to show what changed.
Print or save the completed report as supporting evidence.
The Wider My Safe Docs System

Your Trade Membership connects more than just tools.

Use Locations, DNA records, Recovery Cases and Condition Reports alongside your normal Trade Safe records.

Locations

Record workshops, vans, garages, storage areas and other places where equipment is kept.

DNA Records

Keep forensic marking references and identifying information alongside supported assets.

Recovery Cases

Keep theft, police, CCTV and insurance information together if something is stolen.

Condition Reports

Create locked Before and After evidence for equipment, property and other situations.

Why Record It Now?

After a theft is the worst time to start building a tool list.

Workshops, vans and job sites can contain thousands of pounds of equipment. If something disappears, identifying exactly what was taken can become a job in itself.

My Safe Docs helps you create those records while the tools and information are still in front of you.

Record serial numbers while the tools are available.
Keep clear photographs of individual tools and equipment.
Store purchase details, receipts and supporting files.
Record where equipment is normally stored.
Have organised information ready if police or insurers ask for it.
Private & Protected

Business records organised inside your account.

Secured by Design My Safe Docs holds Secured by Design accreditation.
Two-Factor Authentication Use an additional layer of account protection alongside your password.
Private Account Records Your records remain associated with your own account.
Access Anywhere Use My Safe Docs on phone, tablet, laptop or desktop.
Trade Membership FAQs

Common questions from tradespeople.

What can I record with Trade Membership?
Trade Membership includes areas for tools, items and equipment, work vehicles, documents, mobile phones and CPD records.
Can I record serial numbers for my tools?
Yes. Add identifying information such as make, model, serial numbers, photographs, purchase details and supporting files where relevant.
What happens if my tools are stolen?
Your existing tool records can help identify what is missing. You can mark relevant assets as stolen and create a Recovery Case containing incident, police, insurance and supporting evidence.
Can I upload CCTV footage after a theft?
Supported CCTV images and video files can be added to a Recovery Case so the footage remains alongside the rest of the incident information.
Can I record where my tools are stored?
Yes. Locations can be created for places such as vans, garages, workshops and storage areas, and supported items can be associated with them.
Can tradespeople use Condition Reports?
Yes. Condition Reports can create locked Before and After evidence for equipment, hired tools, property and other situations where proving condition may later be useful.
Can I have Home Membership as well?
Yes. Multiple memberships can operate under the same My Safe Docs account, allowing you to combine Trade with Home, Agricultural or Student Membership.
Can I access My Safe Docs while on site?
Yes. My Safe Docs can be accessed through compatible web browsers on phones, tablets, laptops and desktop computers.

Start recording your tools before something happens.

Choose Trade Membership and build organised records for your tools, equipment, vehicles, documents and supporting evidence.

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About Trade Membership

🛠️ Trade Membership

Protect your tools, vehicles, documents, and business assets with secure, evidence‑ready storage trusted by insurers and trade professionals.

 

🔧 Built for Trades, Contractors & Small Businesses

Tool theft, van break‑ins, and equipment loss cost UK trades millions every year. Insurers increasingly require proof of ownership, serial numbers, photos, receipts, and evidence of security measures before approving claims.

The Trade Membership gives you a secure, structured way to record every asset in your business — from tools to vans to job‑site documents — in a format that insurers and police can use immediately.

Whether you’re a sole trader or a multi‑van operation, My Safe Docs keeps your business organised, protected, and ready for anything.

 

What’s Included in Your Trade Membership

 

🧰 Tools & Equipment

Record every tool you rely on:

  • Power tools

  • Hand tools

  • Specialist equipment

  • Testers & meters

  • Ladders & access equipment

  • Site gear

Capture serial numbers, receipts, photos, identifying marks, and DNA marking status. Perfect for proving ownership after theft or loss.

 

🚐 Vans & Work Vehicles

Store full details for vans, pickups, and business vehicles:

  • Registration

  • VIN

  • Manufacturer & model

  • Colour

  • Mileage

  • Cost

  • DNA marking

  • Photos & receipts

Ideal for insurance claims, fleet management, and asset tracking.

 

📱 Mobile Phones & Work Devices

Record business phones, tablets, laptops, and handheld devices. Add IMEI numbers, serial numbers, receipts, and identifying marks.

 

🏚️ Rooms & Storage Areas

Document:

  • Workshops

  • Lock‑ups

  • Garages

  • Storage units

  • On‑site containers

Add photos, notes, and evidence of locks, alarms, and security measures.

 

📄 Business Documents

Store essential business paperwork:

  • Insurance policies

  • Certificates

  • Risk assessments

  • Method statements

  • Invoices & receipts

  • Warranty documents

  • Compliance records

Everything stays organised and accessible when you need it.

 

📦 General Items & Business Assets

Record anything else your business owns:

  • PPE

  • Consumables

  • Site equipment

  • Office equipment

  • Branding materials

  • Specialist items

Add photos, receipts, serial numbers, and notes.

 

🧬 DNA Marking & Traceability

Strengthen your security and insurance position with DNA marking. Every safe type includes fields for:

  • DNA Marking Status — whether the item is marked

  • DNA Type — SmartWater, SelectaDNA, or other forensic systems

  • Identifying Marks — scratches, engravings, repairs, or unique features

DNA marking is one of the strongest deterrents against tool and van theft and is fully recognised by UK police forces and insurers. My Safe Docs stores your DNA information securely and presents it in an evidence‑ready format.

 

🔒 Why Trades Choose My Safe Docs

Evidence‑ready for insurersTrusted by police and security professionalsUnlimited itemsWorks on any deviceSecure, encrypted, UK‑hostedPerfect for trades, contractors, and small businesses

 

🧭 How It Works

  1. Choose a Safe Type Tools, Vans, Vehicles, Phones, Rooms, Documents, Items, and more.

  2. Add Your Details Serial numbers, receipts, identifiers, DNA status, and notes.

  3. Upload Photos & Evidence Add images, certificates, and supporting files.

  4. Save to Your Safe Your item is securely stored and ready for insurers or police if ever needed.

 

🔨 Built for Every Trade

Electricians, plumbers, builders, decorators, roofers, landscapers, HVAC engineers, carpenters, and all trade professionals benefit from a secure, organised asset record.

 

🔔 Join the Trade Membership Today

Protect your tools. Strengthen your insurance position. Keep your business running smoothly.

Start your Trade Membership now.