ARBO centrum

What ARBO centrum does

ARBO centrum B.V. is a Dutch occupational health and safety training and certification company headquartered in Ede, Netherlands, with 51-100 employees and operations dating to 2013. The company delivers a comprehensive portfolio of legally required safety certifications under the Dutch Arbowet, including BHV (emergency response), VCA (contractor safety), NEN 3140 (electrical safety), and equipment operator certifications for forklifts, aerial work platforms, telehandlers, mobile scaffolds, reach trucks, and other industrial equipment. Courses are priced per person (typically €140-€397) and delivered through 25+ physical training academies across the Netherlands, on-site at client locations for groups of 5+, and via e-learning for select programs. The company holds ISO 9001 certification from Kiwa and is approved to deliver training aligned with NEN standards.

Beyond training, ARBO centrum generates revenue from advisory services (RI&E risk assessments, BHV plans, evacuation plans, business emergency plans, toolbox meetings) and equipment inspection services (AED, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, fire hoses, emergency lighting). The customer base spans at least 10 named enterprise accounts including ING, McDonald's, Eneco, Ministerie van Defensie, Jumbo, and Van der Valk, alongside a long tail of SMB and individual customers booking through the self-serve website. GTM motion is hybrid: direct-to-consumer self-serve online registration combined with inside sales for customized in-company enterprise contracts. Distribution is exclusively Dutch; no international footprint is disclosed. The technology backbone is a WordPress-based website with online course registration and Feedback Company review integration. No AI/ML capabilities, proprietary software, or recurring subscription products are disclosed.

Name

ARBO centrum

Legal name

ARBO centrum B.V.

Website

https://arbocentrum.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

ARBO centrum is a Dutch occupational safety training and certification company operating 25+ academies across the Netherlands, delivering mandatory Arbowet-aligned courses (BHV, VCA, NEN 3140, equipment operator certifications), advisory services, and equipment inspections to enterprise clients and individuals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Ede

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices23 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Safety Training Courses: One-time fees for safety training courses including BHV, VCA, Heftruck, Hoogwerker, NEN 3140, and other safety certifications. Courses are priced per person and include theory, practical training, examination, and certification.
2. In-Company Training: Customized group training delivered at client locations for organizations with 5 or more employees requiring the same certification.
3. Safety Consultancy: Advisory services including RI&E (Risk Inventory & Evaluation), BHV plans, evacuation plans, emergency plans, toolbox meetings, and evacuation exercises.
4. Inspections/Certifications: Inspection services for safety equipment including AED devices, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, fire hoses, and emergency lighting.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

ARBO centrum is a Dutch occupational safety training and advisory company that delivers certified workplace safety courses (BHV, VCA, Forklift/Heftruck, Aerial Work Platform/Hoogwerker, NEN 3140 electrical safety, Reach Truck, Mobile Scaffold, Telescopic Handler, earthmoving equipment, road safety, lifting and Code 95) along with advisory services (RI&E risk assessments, BHV plans, evacuation plans, business emergency plans, toolbox meetings, evacuation exercises), safety equipment inspections, and the ARBO Pas certification card, in compliance with the Dutch Arbowet (Occupational Health and Safety Act).

Product overview

ARBO centrum is a Dutch occupational safety training and advisory company offering a comprehensive portfolio of safety courses, advisory services, and equipment inspections. The core offerings include certification courses for workplace equipment operators (forklift, reach truck, aerial work platforms, etc.), safety standards (VCA, NEN 3140, BHV/emergency response), and regulatory compliance. These are delivered through 25+ physical training locations across the Netherlands, on-site at client facilities, or through e-learning/exam options. The advisory services complement the training with risk assessments (RI&E), emergency response planning, evacuation planning, and toolbox meetings. Equipment inspection services cover safety-critical devices like AEDs, fire extinguishers, and emergency lighting. A physical ARBO Pas card is available as tangible proof of certification.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• BHV (Bedrijfshulpverlening) Training Emergency response training covering firefighting, first aid, CPR/AED, evacuation and rescue procedures. Available as basic course, refresher course, team training, and team leader training. Target audience: Dutch employees designated as company emergency response officers under the Arbowet.
• VCA (Veiligheid, Controle en Certificatie) Training Safety certification training for construction and industrial workers. Offered as VCA Basis (B-VCA), VCA VOL, standalone exam, team training, and e-learning with exam, including combined VCA + Code 95. Target audience: contractors and employees in construction, industrial, and high-risk environments.
• Forklift (Heftruck) Training Forklift operator certification including basic training, refresher, team training, and Polish and English-language options, covering theory and practical examination. Target audience: warehouse and logistics operators requiring certified forklift drivers.
• Aerial Work Platform (Hoogwerker) Training Elevated work platform training including basic, refresher, team training, and IPAF-certified course variants. Target audience: workers operating boom lifts and scissor lifts at heights.
• NEN 3140 Electrical Safety Training Electrical safety certification covering VOP (Instructed Person), VP (Competent Person), and Inspector (Keurmeester) levels, compliant with Arbowet requirements. Target audience: electricians, installers, maintenance staff, and electrical inspectors.
• Reach Truck (Reachtruck) Training Reach truck operator certification with basic, refresher, and team training options. Target audience: warehouse operators using reach trucks.
• Mobile Scaffold (Rolsteiger) Training Mobile scaffold safety training available as basic, refresher, and team training. Target audience: construction and maintenance workers using mobile scaffolds.
• Telescopic Handler (Verreiker) Training Rigid telehandler training with basic, refresher, and team training options. Target audience: operators of rigid telescopic handlers on construction and agricultural sites.
• Earthmoving (Grondverzet) Training Construction equipment training covering mini excavator and loading shovel operation. Target audience: construction crews operating compact earthmoving machinery.
• Working Near Roads (Veilig Werken Langs de Weg) Training Road safety training for workers operating near traffic, offered as basic, refresher, and team variants. Target audience: road maintenance, utility, and construction crews working adjacent to live traffic.
• Safe Lifting and Load Securing (Veilig Hijsen en Aanslaan van Lasten) Training Safe lifting and load rigging training covering load securing and truck-mounted crane (autolaadkraan) operation. Target audience: warehouse, transport, and construction workers handling suspended loads.
• Code 95 Professional Driver Training Professional driver certification for the transport industry, including the combined VCA + Code 95 course. Target audience: professional truck and bus drivers who must complete periodic Code 95 training to maintain their driving qualification.
• Electric Pallet Truck (EPT), Stacker, and Transport & Logistics Operator Training Logistics equipment training covering electric pallet trucks, stackers, side loaders, electric trucks, order pickers, container trucks, and terminal tractors, plus EPT and stacker-specific standalone courses. Target audience: warehouse and logistics operators.
• Prevention Officer (Preventiemedewerker) Training Training for designated prevention officers responsible for identifying and managing workplace safety risks under the Arbowet. Target audience: employees appointed as prevention officers within Dutch organizations.
• Fire Alarm System Manager (Beheerder Brandmeldinstallatie) Training Fire alarm system management training for designated personnel responsible for fire detection systems. Target audience: facility and safety staff managing fire alarm installations.
• Risk Inventory & Evaluation (RI&E) Advisory Mandatory risk assessment of workplace hazards and control measures, resulting in an Action Plan (Plan van Aanpak). Target audience: Dutch employers required to maintain a current RI&E under the Arbowet.
• Emergency Response Plan (BHV Plan) Advisory Customized emergency response plan documenting alarm procedures, roles, evacuation protocols, and communication with emergency services. Target audience: Dutch organizations required to formalize their BHV organization.
• Evacuation Plan (Ontruimingsplan) Advisory Professional evacuation plan development including floor plans, escape routes, assembly points, and emergency lighting specifications. Target audience: facility and safety managers preparing compliant evacuation documentation.
• Evacuation Exercises (Ontruimingsoefeningen) Advisory Conducted evacuation exercises to test emergency plans and train staff, available for various organizations including schools. Target audience: schools and organizations that need to validate their evacuation procedures.
• Toolbox Meeting Facilitation Periodic safety meetings for construction companies covering specific hazards and risk mitigation topics. Target audience: construction and industrial firms conducting recurring toolbox safety briefings.
• Business Emergency Plan (Bedrijfsnoodplan) Advisory Comprehensive emergency plan covering all crisis scenarios, crisis organization, and internal and external communication. Target audience: Dutch organizations needing an integrated business continuity/emergency response document.
• Safety Equipment Inspection Services Periodic inspection of safety equipment including AED devices, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, fire hoses, and emergency lighting. Target audience: organizations responsible for maintaining certified safety equipment on their premises.
• ARBO Pas Safety ID Card Physical or digital identification card priced at €10 excluding VAT, serving as proof of workplace safety and health certification competency. Target audience: individual certificate holders and employers verifying employee credentials.
• In-Company Training Delivery On-site customized training where ARBO centrum instructors travel to the client's location to deliver certification courses for groups of 5 or more employees. Target audience: Dutch organizations needing to certify staff at their own facility.

Quantifiable outcome

• 8.8 out of 10 customer satisfaction score based on 33,831 reviews

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• NEN (Nederlands Normalisatie-Instituut)coreTechnology or IntegrationNEN is the Dutch standards organization. ARBO centrum offers training courses based on NEN standards, particularly NEN 3140 for electrical safety, ensuring courses meet official Dutch regulatory requirements.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• 4BHV: Dutch BHV and safety training provider offering on-site and in-company training services. Directly comparable to ARBO centrum's group training and in-company delivery model for emergency response courses.
• Vakwijs: Dutch training company specializing in safety and operator certifications for construction, logistics, and industrial clients. Directly competes with ARBO centrum on VCA, heftruck, hoogwerker, and similar equipment certification courses.
• Dutch Health & Safety Academy: Dutch occupational health and safety training academy covering BHV, VCA, and workplace safety topics. Overlaps with ARBO centrum's core course portfolio and Dutch enterprise buyer base.
• ROVC: Leading Dutch technical and operational safety training provider offering VCA, BHV, heftruck, hoogwerker, and NEN courses for industrial and construction workers. Most directly comparable competitor to ARBO centrum, with overlapping course catalog and B2B customer base in the Netherlands.
• BHV Centrum: Dutch BHV (emergency response) and safety training specialist offering courses across the Netherlands. Direct competitor in the BHV segment where ARBO centrum also derives a significant share of volume.
• Veiligheidscentrum Noord: Regional Dutch safety training provider delivering VCA, BHV, and operator certifications with multiple physical locations. Comparable in course offering and delivery model, though more regionally concentrated than ARBO centrum.
• Hét BHV Centrum: Specialized Dutch BHV training provider with a multi-site academy model similar to ARBO centrum's. Competes for the same SMB and enterprise customers seeking emergency response certifications.

Others

• Kiwa: Dutch testing, inspection, and certification body that issues standards and quality certifications (including the ISO 9001 that ARBO centrum holds). Comparable as an ecosystem participant: ARBO centrum delivers training against Kiwa-recognized standards and Kiwa inspects/certifies providers like ARBO centrum.

Broad incumbents

• NCOI: Large Dutch vocational and continuing-education provider offering safety and compliance training among a much broader curriculum portfolio. Comparable as a scaled competitor with broader course breadth, but less specialized in operator/equipment certification than ARBO centrum.

Regional players

• FOCQ (Veiligheidscentrum FOCQ): Dutch safety training and certification provider with physical locations, comparable in catalog (VCA, BHV, equipment operation) to ARBO centrum. Overlap exists in the Dutch market though not all geographies are shared.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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