Building Safety Regulator webinars “empower hundreds of stakeholders”

From Principal Accountable Persons (PAPs) and Accountable Persons (APs) through to commercial clients, principal contractors and Building Control professionals, the Building Safety Regulator webinars provided invaluable insights, practical guidance and access to subject matter experts.

The series addressed critical aspects of building safety, focusing particularly on Building Assessment Certificates, large-scale remediation and regulation of the Building Control profession. With hundreds of participants attending each session, the webinars served as a vital platform for knowledge sharing and open dialogue.

Demystifying the Building Assessment Certificate (BAC) process

The first two webinars focused on BAC applications, catering to both experienced and less-experienced PAPs and APs, including Resident Management Companies.

Recognising the diverse needs of stakeholders, the Building Safety Regulator offered tailored sessions to ensure everyone had support to prepare robust applications when called to do so.

Sessions delved into the assessment process, outlining the criteria assessors would focus on and providing practical guidance on preparing applications to the required standard. Participants gained clarity on how their applications would be evaluated and who would be involved in the process.

Navigating large-scale remediation and refurbishment

The third webinar addressed challenges faced by commercial clients undertaking large-scale remediation, refurbishment and new build projects for higher-risk buildings (HRBs).  

Tailored for commercial clients, principal contractors and principal designers, it focused on Building Control approval applications and the importance of anticipating completion certificate requirements.

Participants gained a deeper understanding of necessary documentation and processes, enabling them to prepare comprehensive applications to meet the Building Safety Regulator’s standards.

The session emphasised the importance of considering completion certificate requirements from the outset, ensuring a smooth and efficient approval process.

Addressing domestic client building works in HRBs

The fourth webinar addressed specific challenges faced by PAPs and APs for building work carried out in individual apartments within occupied HRBs. This session provided practical advice on fulfilling duties and ensuring compliance with the building safety regulations.

Participants learned about the definition of building work, requirements for Building Control approval applications and the duties of APs and residents. The session also highlighted the role of the resident engagement strategy in facilitating effective communication and compliance.

Regulating the Building Control profession

The final webinar in the series focused on regulation of the Building Control profession, providing an update for Building Control bodies and building inspectors. This highlighted the Building Safety Regulator’s actions to date, shared examples and trends from live experience and emphasised the importance of data returns.

Participants gained insights into Building Safety Regulator inspections, investigations and areas where improvements are needed. The session also promoted the sharing of Best Practice to foster a culture of continuous improvement within the profession.

Each webinar included a dedicated Q&A session, allowing participants to directly engage with Building Safety Regulator experts and address their specific concerns.  

An interactive format fostered a collaborative learning environment, duly ensuring that participants received the information they needed.

The overwhelming success of the webinar series was evident in the high attendance numbers and the positive feedback received from participants. Sessions provided a crucial platform for knowledge sharing, fostering a deeper understanding of the new regulatory framework and empowering stakeholders to meet their responsibilities.

*Further information is available online at https://buildingsafety.campaign.gov.uk/