The Accredited Snow Contractors Association (ASCA) was formed in 2012 with two primary objectives: to provide the professional snow contractor with formalized education to ensure continued risk reduction in the industry, and to change the laws that drive insurance rates up and create imbalance, unfair competitive practices, and safety issues for our industry. These goals were established in recognition that the outside world (property managers, insurance companies, and legislative bodies) did not look favorably upon the snow and ice management industry. Our efforts directly result in lower insurance costs and a reduction of the number of slip-and-fall lawsuits you are unfairly exposed to. This means more money in your pocket. To meet these goals, the ASCA established four pillars to serve as the foundation on which ASCA member companies base their businesses -- Written Industry Standards; Education (ASCA-C); Verification (ISO 9001/SN9001); and Positive Legislative Change. These four pillars differentiate ASCA member companies from other industry snow and ice removal operations and allow them to better manage their risk. With education certification that gives you a measurable competitive advantage, a discounted insurance program, networking events, and opportunities to be a part of a legislative effort that is forever changing the professional snow contractor industry, an ASCA membership never stops working for you.