The Building Safety Act 2022 is a significant piece of legislation in the UK, designed to improve the safety of buildings, particularly high-rise residential buildings, in the wake of the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017. It aims to strengthen regulations around building safety, make those responsible for safety more accountable, and improve protections for residents.
The Building Safety Act 2022 represents a major shift in how building safety is managed in the UK, placing greater responsibility on building owners, managers, developers and to provide better protection for residents. A solid understanding of the Building Safety Act is essential for all involved.
The Building Safety Act 2022 training course provides an overview of the Act's origins, particularly in response to the Grenfell Tower fire, its application to high-rise and non-residential buildings, and its primary purpose of improving building safety and accountability. It covers the legislative structure, including key provisions such as safety duties, the establishment of the Building Safety Regulator, and the roles of those responsible for compliance, including building owners, developers, and safety managers. The course highlights the responsibilities of various bodies and individuals involved in ensuring building safety.
This is a 1 day course.
