Overview:

The course provides a comprehensive overview of the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021, and Fire Safety England Regulations 2022. These laws have a significant impact on architects, as they outline the legal requirements for building safety and fire prevention in England. By understanding these regulations, architects can ensure that their designs comply with the law and prioritize the safety of building occupants.

  • Introduction
  • Introduction to Building Safety and Fire Regulations
  • Building Safety act 2022
  • The Fire SafetyAct 2021
  • The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022
  • The building Regulations etc (Amendment) (England) Regulations
  • Key changes and impact on architects
  • Overall impact on architects
  • Five new designer duties for Architects
  • What are the new provisions for higher-risk buildings?
  • What are the duties for designers and the principle designer?
  • Higher risk buildings – changes for building control
  • The development of Building Safety and Fire Regulations
  • Notable historic events
  • Key concepts and definitions
  • General Building Safety and Fire Terminology
  • The Building Safety Regulator
  • Key elements of a Building Safety Case
  • Architects role in Building Safety Cases
  • Fire safety requirements
  • Specific regulations for Architects
  • Design considerations for Fire Safety
  • Building Materials ad their Fire performance
  • Grenfell phase 2 report
  • Systemic failures
  • Matters outstanding from phase 1
  • The building regulations applied to London

 

 

Duration

The course attracts 2 hours CPD

 

 

Cost

£20 plus VAT (£24 inc VAT)