Building Safety Act 2022 Flashcards
To what buildings does the Building Safety Act provision apply?
‘Higher Risk’ Buildings which is defined as a building that is at least 18 metres in height or has at least 7 storeys.
What new roles does the Building Safety Act create?
Building Safety Regulator
Accountable Persons
What is the role of the Building Safety Regulator?
The HSE is the new Building Safety Regulator, whose primary functions are;
To oversee the safety and standards of all buildings.
To encourage the built environment industry to improve its competence.
To lead implementation of the new regulatory framework for high-rise buildings.
What is the golden thread of information?
Information that is the single source of truth, kept digitally and securely, available to those who need it to do a job as and when required and presented in a manner than can be easily digested by the person who needs to use it.
What is the role of the Accountable Person?
The Accountable Person is the person in possession of the common parts of a building, who will be responsible to prevent any building safety risks occuring.
What is the role of the National Regulator for Construction Products?
The Office for Product Safety and Standards is now responsible for the national regulation of construction products, to ensure ‘safe’ materials are being used.
